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Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Compliance Checklist

Maximize savings & minimize risk! This FTA Compliance Checklist guides you through import/export regulations, ensuring seamless trade and avoiding costly penalties. Perfect for supply chain professionals.

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Agreement Identification & Scope

1 of 10

Verifies the correct FTA is being applied and confirms the goods and parties involved are eligible.

FTA Agreement Selected

Specify FTA Agreement (if 'Other' selected)

Agreement Entry into Force Date (YYYY)

Agreement Review Date

Scope - Goods Covered

Specific Goods Covered (if 'Specific Goods' selected)

Scope – Parties Involved

Specific Parties Involved (if 'Specific Parties' selected)

Origin Determination

2 of 10

Details the processes for establishing the 'origin' of the goods, including required documentation and substantiation.

Origin Determination Method

Description of Manufacturing Process

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Bills of Materials)

Percentage of Value Added in Originating Country

Specific Rules Applied (e.g., Change in Tariff Classification, Specific Process)

Date of Origin Determination

Documentation Requirements

3 of 10

Outlines all necessary certificates of origin, commercial invoices, and other documentation needed for FTA benefits.

Certificate of Origin (COO)

Commercial Invoice

COO Expiry Date Status

Invoice Date

COO Reference Number

Description of Goods (as per COO)

Currency Used on Invoice

Record Keeping & Verification

4 of 10

Specifies the record-keeping requirements and procedures for internal verification and potential customs audits.

Date of Record Creation

Record Description/Summary

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Invoice, Certificate of Origin)

Quantity of Goods Recorded

Value of Goods Recorded (in relevant currency)

Verification Status (Initial/Revised/Verified)

Verification Notes/Comments (if applicable)

Verifier Signature

Rules of Origin Specifics

5 of 10

Covers specific rules of origin (e.g., Wholly Obtained, Substantial Transformation, Regional Value Addition) applicable to the goods.

Origin Determination Method

Detailed Description of Transformation Process (if applicable)

Percentage of Regional Content (if applicable)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Bill of Materials, Manufacturing Records)

Specific Origin Criterion (if applicable)

Date of Originating Transaction

Supplier Declarations

6 of 10

Ensures proper supplier declarations are obtained and maintained to support origin claims.

Declaration Method

Declaration Issue Date

Supplier Statement of Origin

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Manufacturing Process)

Declaration Validity Period (Months)

Declaration Status

Supplier Contact Name

Supplier Contact Email

Customs Broker Compliance

7 of 10

Details procedures for working with customs brokers and confirming their understanding of FTA requirements.

Broker License Verification Status

Broker License Number

License Expiration Date

Broker Service Agreement Details

Services Provided by Broker (e.g., Classification, Documentation, Compliance)

Broker License Copy

Harmonized System (HS) Code Verification

8 of 10

Confirms the accuracy of HS codes used for classification and FTA eligibility.

HS Code

Description of Goods (for verification)

Country of Origin (as declared on invoice)

Binding Ruling (Yes/No)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., technical specifications)

Quantity

Periodic Review & Updates

9 of 10

Establishes a schedule for reviewing and updating FTA compliance procedures based on regulatory changes.

Last Review Date

Summary of Changes Since Last Review

Review Triggered By:

Description of Regulatory Change (if applicable)

Frequency of Review (in months)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., regulatory updates, audit reports)

Next Review Date

Training and Awareness

10 of 10

Ensures relevant personnel receive training on FTA regulations and compliance procedures.

Which FTA Modules have you completed?

Date of Last Training Completion

Primary Responsibility Regarding FTA Compliance?

Briefly describe your understanding of 'Rules of Origin'

Estimated time spent reviewing FTA updates per month (in hours)

How do you typically receive FTA updates and guidance?

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