Certificate of Conformity

A Certificate of Conformity is always needed for Iraq, and often needed for Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. It is required for documents presented either for certification only by JA-ICC or for legalisation by the relevant embassy. The certificate must be obtained prior to shipment.

Iraq: Certificate of Conformity – all shipments (from 1 May 11) (See below)
Saudi Arabia: SASO Certificate of Conformity - primarily electrical, electronics, automotive and chemical sectors
Kuwait: Certificate of Conformity - primarily for electrical, electronics and building materials

The exporter should apply directly to the relevant organisation for Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

Iraq process

• Exporter emails copy of Certificate of Origin and invoice to JA-ICC together with the tariff number of the product and a brief description of goods
• JA-ICC will check documentation
• JA-ICC will email the necessary details required to SGS UK to confirm Certificate of Conformity requirement
• If Certificate is required, the exporter will be informed and will liaise directly with SGS UK
• If a Certificate of Conformity is not required, SGS UK will send an email (stating that the shipment does not require a Certificate of Conformity) to the JA-ICC
• JA-ICC will arrange Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade stamp when original documents are presented
• This certificate must be stamped by the JA-ICC and will be used as back-up for either certification and/or legalisation

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