Certificate of Origin
OCCIMA is the authorised body in Owerri for issuing Certificates of Origin — required for most export transactions.
Proof of where your goods come from
A Certificate of Origin certifies that goods in a consignment were wholly obtained, produced or manufactured in Nigeria. Customs authorities in the destination country use it to determine duty rates and to apply preferential trade arrangements.
Most importers will not clear a consignment without one. Chambers of commerce are the recognised issuing authority, and OCCIMA issues for businesses operating in Imo State.
Certificates are issued to members only. If your business is not yet in membership, apply first — applications are usually reviewed within 48 hours.
What You Need to Provide
- Current OCCIMA membership in good standingRequired
- Commercial invoice for the consignmentRequired
- Packing listRequired
- CAC certificate of incorporationRequired
- NEPC exporter registration certificateIf available
- Bill of lading or airway bill, where already issuedIf available
Processing Times
| Service | Turnaround | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3–5 working days | Applications received before 2:00 PM |
| Expedited | 48 hours | Subject to document completeness |
| Agricultural exports | 48 hours | Under the Imo State Agricultural Export Drive MOU |
Fees are set by the council and confirmed by the secretariat on application.