- SARS has finalized the legal and operational rules for issuing Certificates of Origin for China’s zero-tariff export scheme, effective 1 June 2026.
- Goods shipped or cleared on or after 1 May 2026 can still qualify retroactively, and exporters may lodge security with Chinese customs until a valid SARS certificate is obtained.
- SARS will use a simple printable certificate format with security features, and exporters will receive the approved template and supporting-document requirements upon application.
- Not all goods qualify: exporters must meet Rules of Origin, provide valid documentation, and confirm eligibility, quotas, or tariff conditions with their Chinese counterparts.
- SARS has set up [email protected] for verification and assistance, with FAQs to be published on the SARS website.
Source: sars.gov.za
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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