UNDERSTANDING FREE TRADE AREAS, CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN AND ITS RELATED CUSTOMS PROCEDURES

HRD Corp Programme Number : 10001744286

INTRODUCTION

The objective of this seminar is to provide the participants with the knowledge on the various Free Trade Agreements (FTA) that has been signed by ASEAN (Regional Agreement) and by Malaysia (Bilateral Agreement) and how these FTAs seek to promote trade, investment, economic development and enhance competitiveness of Malaysian exporters and importers with particular emphasis on duty reduction.

The seminar also seeks to provide participants with the detailed knowledge of the Rules of Origin required to be satisfied by exporters to obtain the Preferential Certificate of Origin (PCO) and its related issues. Further the seminar will also examine the compliance with customs procedures related to import / export and the manner in which to claim preferential tariff by submitting Preferential Certificate of Origin (PCO).

Download Brochure and Registration form from HERE

Training Date :
9th October 2026 (Dorsett Grand Subang, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia)

LEARNING OBJECTIVE

The benefits of attending this seminar is that, participants will be able to understand :

  • Understanding the fundamentals of Free Trade Agreement (FTAs)
  • The Regional and Bilateral FTAs signed by Asean and Malaysia.
  • Identify opportunities to obtain preferential tariff treatment.
  • The procedures involved in obtaining preferential treatment.
  • Understand the Rules of Origin and how originating status is determined.
  • Interpret and apply Certificate / Proof of Origin requirements
  • Understand the relationship between HS Classification, Origin and Preferential Tariff.
  • Understand key customs compliance requirements and risks.
  • Maintain adequate documentation to support FTA claims.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is suitable for

  • Tax Consultants
  • Business Owners and employees who involved in international trade
  • Finance Managers
  • Accountants
  • Logistic Managers
  • Those dealing with RMCD
  • Exporters seeking to benefit from FTAs
  • All manufacturers, traders, importers, exporters and other business communities who want to take advantage of benefits offered by FTAs in reducing costs, expand into new markets and to remain competitive

METHODOLOGY

Power Points Presentation, Lectures, Discussions and Q & A sessions.

COURSE CONTENTS

09:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Module 1 – Introduction to Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

• What is a Free Trade Agreement

• Objectives & Benefits of FTAs

• Preferential Tariff Vs Normal / MFN Tariff

• How on FTA can reduce import duties

• Overview of Malaysia’s major FTA

• Bilateral Vs Regional FTAs

• When & how an importer can claim preferential tariff

 

Module 2 – Understanding Preferential Tariff Treatment

• What is a preferential tariff

• Tariff schedules and tariff reduction

• Identifying the applicable FTA

• Importance of HS Code

• Tariff Classification & FTA eligibility

• How to determine the applicable preferential rate

• Common errors in claiming preferential rate

 

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Morning Break

 

10:45 AM – 01:00 PM

Module 3 – Understanding Rules of Origin

• Rules of Origin (ROO)

• Certificate of Origin (COO)

• Direct consignment

• Regional Value Content (RVC)

• Product Specific Rules (PSR) / Substantial Transformation

• Back-to-Back COO

• Third Country Invoicing

• Approved Exporter / Certified Exporter

• Self-Declaration / Self Certification

• Preferential Vs Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin

• Goods Wholly Obtained (WO)

• Change in Tariff Classification (CTC)

• Change in Chapter (CC)

• Change in Tariff Heading (CTH)

• Change in Tariff Subheading (CTSH)

• De Minimis

• Accumulation

 

Module 4 – Certificate of Origin (COO) & Proof of Origin

• What is COO

• Preferential COO (PCO) Vs Non-Preferential COO (NPCO)

• Types of Proof of Origin

• Issuing Authorities

• Exporter’s / Manufacturer’s Responsibilities

• Information required on a COO

• Validity Period & Time limit

• Direct Shipment requirements

• Back-to-Back COO

• Electronic COO (e-PCO)

• Approved Exporter / Self Certification

• Common errors in COO

 

01:00 PM – 02:00 PM

Lunch Break

 

02:00 PM – 03:45 PM

Module 5 – Operational Certification Procedures (OCP) for Rules of Origin

• What is Operation Certification Procedures

• Rule Based OCP – (Rule 1 – Rule 31)

 

Module 6 – Customs Compliance & Guidelines

• Proof of Origin Documents

• Customs Examination on Origin Criteria involving:-

  • Authenticity of PCO
  • Format as prescribed by FTA
  • Signature & Official Chop
  • Date of Issue of PCO v Shipment Date
  • Amendment to PCO

• Identification & Quantity of Goods

• Number and date of invoice as in PCO

• Third Party Invoicing

• Details of Importers & Exporters

• Review of Origin Criteria

  • Wholly obtained
  • Regional Value Content (RVC)
  • Product Specific Rules (PSR)
  • Substantial Transformation – CTC, CC, CTH, CTSH & SP

• Correct HS Classification

• Consignment Criteria

• Customs Verification

• Release Pending Verification

• Refund of Duty / Tax

• Loss Theft & Destruction of COO

• Goods kept in Bonded Warehouse

• Implications on Undervaluation

• Record Keeping Requirement

 

03:45 PM – 04:00 PM

Afternoon Break

 

04:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Module 7 – Application Procedures

• Online (e-PCO)

• Cost Analysis

• Documentation

• MITI Forms (Bak 1(a), Bak 1(b), Bak 1(c), Bak 1(d)

• Clients Charter

 

Module 8 – Conclusion and Q&A

 

Click HERE to download the course content in pdf format

FACILITATOR

P.NADARAJA
LLB (Hons) Lond., CLP (Malaya), ACIS (UK), ACTIM

Nadaraja was formerly with the Royal Malaysia Customs (1981-1997) as a Senior Officer of Customs having served in various units and his key areas of focus includes customs administration, import and export procedures, classification, valuation, licensing and compliance matters. He posses an in depth knowledge of various customs legislation including Customs Act, Sales Tax Act, Service Tax Act, Excise Act and other subsidiary legislation. He has vast experience in Customs matters and has been a guest lecturer at the Royal Malaysian Customs Academy in Malacca on various occasions to deliver lectures on various aspects of Customs laws and procedures.

In 1997 he left the Customs Department on optional retirement for private practice as an Advocate and Solicitor.

He is now involved in legal practice and at the same time is actively involved in conducting seminars and workshops on customs matters. He has also conducted in house training for various companies including statutory bodies and has advised and consulted upon by companies on issues such as customs and sales tax valuation, classification, service tax matters, drawback, refunds, exemptions and others. He was officially appointed by the Customs Department to conduct Basic Customs Course for forwarding agents during the year 2005 – 2007.

He is also an Associate of the Malaysia Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators and Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia (ACTIM) and is currently involved in customs litigation and rendering of consultancy & advisory services on Customs matters

Course Fees & Registration

FEE PAYABLE PER PARTICIPANT :

Normal Price                                          : RM1,318

Early Bird (15 days before event)       : RM1,178

Group Fee (>2 participants)                : RM1,038

Fee includes course materials, lunch, 2 tea breaks per day and Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the training).

Download our Registration form Here and sent it to us by

WhatsApp : +60162634929 / +601159403399

Email : sales@wanfahprosper.com

CANCELLATION / TRANSFER

Upon registering, participant(s) are considered successfully enrolled in the event.  Written cancellations / transfer notice received :

  • More than ten (10) working days before the event, a refund (less administrative charge of 15%) will be made.
  • Ten (10) working days or less before the event, no refund will be made.
  • For no show on the day of the event, full payment is required. If you cannot attend the event, you can nominate a substitute at any time without payment of an administration fee.
  • A full (100%) refund may be granted if the course is cancelled by Wanfah Prosper PLT (WFP). WFP reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event and / or change facilitator at any time should circumstances beyond its control arises. WFP also reserve the right to make alternative arrangements without prior notice should it be necessary to do so.

Payment

Please make cheque payable / direct credit to :WANFAH PROSPER PLT

Accounts Number : 3812930508

Bank : Public Islamic Bank Berhad

DATA PROTECTION

Personal Data is gathered in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (Act 709)
WhatsAppChat with us