Certificate of Origin consent notice expiration date and application procedure key points

Updated: July 2025, 10

A Certificate of Origin is an essential document for receiving tariff reductions under the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA).

A "Notice of Consent" is required to issue a Certificate of Origin.

This article explains the role of the consent notice, how to manage the expiration date, and points to note when renewing the notice.

What is a consent notice?

A Certificate of Origin Consent Notice is a document that indicates that the producer has agreed to submit the information and materials required for the issuance of a Certificate of Origin when an exporter applies for the issuance of the certificate.

This is necessary when the producer and exporter are different parties, and is a system in which the producer requests the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry to determine the origin of the product, and the exporter can use the results.

Expiration date and risks associated with expiration

As a measure to prevent false applications and incorrect certifications, the consent notice is valid for a maximum of three years.

If the consent notice expires, the following risks will arise:

　・Certificates of Origin cannot be issued

　・Export schedule needs to be changed

　・Customs duty reductions and exemptions cannot be applied, resulting in costs　

　・Loss of trust from customers and business partners

Managing the updates of these procedures is particularly important for companies that conduct export business.

Preventing expiration and ensuring renewal is essential for the smooth running of export operations.

Renewal procedures and precautions

The process of updating the consent notice may take time as it requires preparing and verifying documents.

In particular, if there are any changes to the product from the previous request for judgment, you will need to submit a request for judgment again.

In this case, it may take one to two months for the decision to be made, so you will need to allow ample time for the renewal procedure.

For procedures to obtain a Certificate of Origin, including a consent letter, please contact Support Administrative Scrivener Corporation

In some cases, the procedures for renewing consent notices and applying for specific certificates of origin involve not only your own company but also many other companies, including producers.

We will manage all procedures, including the deadline for the consent notice, and support you in smoothly obtaining a Certificate of Origin.

By reducing the burden of export operations, we can improve your business efficiency and avoid risks. It will be a great benefit to your company.

Please feel free to use our services so that you can rest assured that we will handle the application procedures for a Certificate of Origin.

Author: Ishikura