Which agencies are authorized to issue the Preferential Certificate of Origin for the India-Oman…
If you are an exporter looking to leverage the newly minted India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (India-Oman CEPA)…
Which agencies are authorized to issue the Preferential Certificate of Origin for the India-Oman CEPA?
If you are an exporter looking to leverage the newly minted India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (India-Oman CEPA), getting your documentation right is crucial to claim preferential duty benefits.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) recently issued Public Notice №5/2026–27 (dated June 2, 2026), amending Appendix 2B of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 to officially list the authorized agencies allowed to issue the India-Oman CEPA Certificate of Origin.
Here is the complete, official breakdown of where you can apply for your Preferential Certificate of Origin (Coo) depending on your product category:
General & Regulatory Bodies
- DGFT: Directorate General of Foreign Trade and its regional offices.
- EIC & EIAs: Export Inspection Council and Export Inspection Agencies.
Commodity & Product-Specific Boards
For sector-specific exports, the following boards and their regional offices are authorized to issue the **India-Oman CEPA Certificate of Origin**:
- APEDA: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority.
- MPEDA: Marine Products Export Development Authority.
- Spices Board.
- Tobacco Board.
- Coir Board.
- Central Silk Board.
- Textile Committee.
- Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).
**Special Economic Zones (SEZs)**
If your unit is operating out of an SEZ, the following development commissioners are authorized:
- Cochin SEZ
- Falta SEZ
- Kandla SEZ
- MEPZ SEZ
- NOIDA SEZ
- SEEPZ SEZ
- Vishakhapatnam SEZ
Why This Matters For Exporters
To avail of the reduced or zero-tariff benefits when exporting to Oman, a standard Coo won’t cut it. Your shipment must be accompanied by a Preferential Certificate of Origin issued specifically by one of these DGFT-notified agencies.
Make sure your documentation aligns with this list to prevent your shipments from getting stuck at Omani customs or losing out on preferential tariff margins!
Are you planning to export under the India-Oman trade pact? Let me know if you need clarity on the application process!
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