Ho Chi Minh City processes 12,000 C/O applications after decentralization
The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade held a dialogue with import-export businesses on August 28 to address difficulties and obstacles in the process of certifying the origin of goods in 2026, with over 200 businesses in attendance.
On August 28, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade hosted a meeting with import-export businesses to discuss challenges and procedures for certifying the origin of goods in 2026. Over 200 businesses attended the dialogue.
Deputy Director Le Van Danh reported that, since assuming decentralized responsibilities, the department has received around 17,000 Certificate of Origin (C/O) applications and processed about 12,000. Approximately 5,000 applications are still under review. About 50 percent of the applications originated from businesses outside Ho Chi Minh City.
At times, the department processed as many applications in a day as some localities handle annually. The department anticipates a further increase in applications as decentralization expands. To expedite the appraisal process, businesses should submit comprehensive and accurate dossiers, advises Danh.
Tran Ngoc Binh, Head of the Ho Chi Minh City Regional Import-Export Management Office, suggested that businesses thoroughly understand the rules of origin under each free trade agreement (FTA), accurately determine applicable origin criteria, minimize errors, and maximize tariff preferences. The department now accepts C/O applications online for eligible cases, with electronic applications processed within six working hours and in-person applications returned within eight hours.
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