Preferential Certificates of Origin
22/04/2026
The Agreement | League of Arab States |
Members Countries of the Agreement | Egypt, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Tunisia, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Iraq, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Yemen, Union of the Comoros, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia |
Type of Model of the origin Certificate | "League of Arab States Slogan" Facilitating and developing trade exchange among Arab countries |
Rule of origin | 40% local value added or detailed rules of origin |
Preferential Certificates of Origin are a key instrument in promoting trade among Arab countries. These certificates are issued under the Agreement on Facilitation and Development of Trade Exchange Among Arab Countries, which aims to eliminate trade barriers and facilitate the movement of goods between member states.
What is a Preferential Certificate of Origin?
It is an official document that certifies that exported goods originate from a member state, making them eligible for customs exemptions or reduced tariffs under the agreement.
Importance of Preferential Certificates of Origin
These certificates contribute to:
- Reducing customs duties among Arab countries
- Enhancing the competitiveness of national products
- Encouraging local production and value addition
- Supporting Arab economic integration
Rules of Origin
The agreement defines origin based on:
- A minimum of 40% local value added, or
- Compliance with product-specific rules of origin
This ensures that trade benefits are granted to genuinely locally produced goods.
Role of Akkad Platform in Digital Attestation
As part of the digital transformation efforts in the Republic of Iraq, the Akkad Electronic Platform provides fully digital attestation services for certificates of origin and commercial invoices, enabling:
- Faster processing of attestation requests
- Reduced reliance on paper-based transactions
- Improved data accuracy and reliability
- Easy access to services locally and internationally
How Businesses Benefit
Exporters and traders can benefit by:
- Submitting attestation requests online
- Uploading required documents
- Paying fees through integrated payment gateways
- Receiving digitally attested certificates
Towards Sustainable Arab Economic Integration
This agreement, combined with digital government services, represents a strategic step toward a more integrated and efficient Arab economic ecosystem, fostering growth and strengthening cooperation among Arab nations