Services
Practical support for businesses trading in and out of Imo State.
Export Documentation
Certificate of Origin
OCCIMA is the authorised issuer of Certificates of Origin for goods exported from Imo State — a prerequisite for most international trade transactions.
How OCCIMA helps
Delivered by OCCIMA
International Business Travel
Visa & Travel Support
Letters of introduction and business travel documentation supporting members applying for business visas to trade partner countries.
How OCCIMA helps
Introduced or facilitated by OCCIMA
OCCIMA can provide business-support documentation and guidance; visa decisions remain with the relevant embassy or immigration authority.
Representation
Policy Advocacy
The chamber represents member interests before state and federal government on taxation, levies, infrastructure and the wider business environment.
How OCCIMA helps
Delivered by OCCIMA
OCCIMA represents member positions but cannot guarantee a particular government or regulatory decision.
International Trade
Trade Missions & Summits
Outbound trade delegations and inbound business summits connecting Imo businesses with international partners, including the biennial Indo-Nigeria Business Summit.
How OCCIMA helps
Delivered by OCCIMA
Participants remain responsible for passports, visas, travel insurance and any third-party travel costs.
Skills & Knowledge
Business Training & Workshops
Regular workshops on export readiness, tax compliance, financial management and digital business tools, delivered with NEPC, SMEDAN and FIRS.
How OCCIMA helps
Delivered by a partner
Partner organisations deliver individual courses and control their dates, fees and certificates.
Connect
Business Matchmaking
Structured B2B introductions pairing member businesses with suppliers, buyers and partners based on sector and requirement.
How OCCIMA helps
Introduced or facilitated by OCCIMA
OCCIMA facilitates introductions but is not a party to, or guarantor of, any resulting transaction.