Rules of Origin

Course Overview:

This intensive half-day course is designed to provide UK exporters and importers with a foundational understanding of Rules of Origin. Participants will gain essential knowledge on how these rules impact their trade operations and how to ensure compliance with international trade agreements.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the basic principles and importance of Rules of Origin.
• Learn how to determine the origin of goods.
• Comprehend the documentation and certification requirements.
• Apply knowledge to practical scenarios and case studies.

Course Delivery:

• Duration: Half-day (3.5 hours, including breaks).
• Format: In-person.
• Includes: Interactive exercises, group discussions, Q&A sessions.
• Regulations: All courses will include any regulatory changes made from July 2024 by the new UK government.
• Agenda subject to change

Target Audience:

• Export Managers and Coordinators
• Import Managers and Coordinators
• Trade Compliance Officers
• Logistics and Supply Chain Professionals
• SME Owners involved in international trade

Schedule:

09:00 – 09:30 | Registration and Networking

• Participants arrive, register, and have an opportunity to network with peers.

09:30 – 09:45 | Introduction and Course Objectives

• Welcome and introductions.
• Overview of course objectives and agenda.

09:45 – 10:15 | Fundamentals of Rules of Origin

• Definition and significance of Rules of Origin.
• Distinction between Preferential and Non-Preferential Rules of Origin.
• Overview of key concepts such as “Wholly Obtained” and “Substantial Transformation”.
• Examples and interactive discussion.

10:15 – 11:00 | Determining the Origin of Goods

• Introduction to Harmonized System (HS) Codes.
• Criteria for determining origin: Change in Tariff Classification, Value-Added Rule, Specific Processing Operations.
• Examples on classifying goods.
• Case studies to illustrate different scenarios.

11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee Break

11:15 – 11:45 | Documentation and Certification

• Overview of necessary documentation: Certificates of Origin, commercial invoices, and more.
• Understanding Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status.
• Electronic certification processes and resources.

11:45 – 12:15 | Rules of Origin in Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

• Overview of key FTAs involving the UK (e.g., UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement, UK).
• Practical implications for exporters and importers.
• Group discussion and Interactive Q&A session.

12:15 – 12:30 | Conclusion and Wrap-Up

• Recap of key points covered.
• Future International Trade courses from Surrey Chambers of Commerce.

Instructor:

Linda Bazant LLB (Hons) Barrister and Member of The Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade.

By the end of this half-day course, participants will have a solid understanding of the basic principles of Rules of Origin, enabling them to apply this knowledge in their daily operations and ensure compliance with international trade agreements.