Export documents: current developments

News about documents required for import and export.

1. Preferential Proof of Origin samples updated

The sample texts for invoice declarations were updated on 1 May 2024. This is because of the new trade agreement between the EU and New Zealand. And because Bosnia-Herzegovina now participates in the PEM transitional rules. You put an invoice declaration on your invoice for customers outside the EU. With this text, you say that your products are made in the EU. 

2. Legalisation for a lease declaration abroad

If you travel abroad in someone else's car, you sometimes need a power of attorney. For example, for a leased car. This power of attorney is also called a lease statement. Some countries require KVK to legalise the lease statement. Read how to arrange legalisation for your trip to:

• Algeria (in Dutch)
• Morocco, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, and Russia (in Dutch)

3. ATA carnet for Peru

From 30 April 2024, you can apply for an ATA carnet if you are temporarily taking products to Peru. This applies to professional equipment if you are going to carry out work in Peru. Such as photographic, video, and film equipment or musical instruments. And tools for maintenance, repair, and service. Items you use for exhibitions, fairs, and sports events can also be brought to Peru on an ATA carnet. Read how to use and apply for an ATA carnet.

4. EU-New Zealand trade treaty in force 1 May 2024

On 1 May 2024, the free trade agreement between the EU and New Zealand entered into force. This means that you can import products from New Zealand more cheaply. You pay less import duty. The condition is that the products are of preferential origin from New Zealand. This also applies to EU products that you export to New Zealand. The required proof of preferential origin is a statement on origin.