Verification of the Preferential Certificates of Origin in terms of CAROTAR Rules 2020

Last updated: 18 December 2020

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This notification clarifies the procedures for verifying Preferential Certificates of Origin (COOs) under the CAROTAR 2020 rules. It highlights common reasons why verification requests are returned, such as illegible documents, missing covering letters, or incorrect submission of bulk COOs instead of representative ones. The directive also stresses the importance of adhering to prescribed timelines for submitting verification requests and using the designated email for correspondence to avoid delays. Officers are reminded to initiate origin enquiries only when there are sufficient grounds or risk management system alerts, preventing unnecessary queries and trade disruptions.

Instruction No. 20/2020-Customs F.NO. 15021/18/2020 (ICD) GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE CENTRAL BOARD OF INDIRECT TAXES CUSTOMS ***** North Block, New Delhi-110001 Dated 17th December, 2020 To All Principal Chief Commissioners/Chief Commissioners of

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FAQ :

Requests are often returned due to illegible scanned documents, missing requisite covering letters, or submitting bulk Certificates of Origin (COOs) instead of representative ones.

Verification requests must be complete, follow standard operating procedures, use the prescribed format, and adhere to established timelines. Proposals should be vetted to ensure valid grounds for verification.

Enquiries should only be initiated if there are sufficient grounds to suspect the origin of a good, or if it has been identified as a risk by the Risk Management System. Routine enquiries in every case are discouraged.

All verification-related correspondence should be emailed to ftaroo-cbic@gov.in to reduce communication time. Relying solely on physical documents can lead to unwarranted delays.

Verification requests under rule 6(1)(a) or 6(1)(c) should be communicated immediately. If based on rule 6(1)(b) and requiring importer information, they should be sent within 10 days of receiving requisite documents from the importer.

If the importer cannot provide critical information (e.g., business confidential details) for ascertaining origin, the verification should be sought through foreign authorities in terms of rule 6, especially if the proper officer is not satisfied with the provided information.