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Certificate Of Origin

Certificate of Origin is a document that certifies the country of origin of a particular product. The Certificate of Origin is intended solely to prove the origin of goods in order to satisfy customs or trade requirements such as supporting letter of credit. It can also be used as supporting documents for the issuance of corresponding COs by another authorised Chamber.

  • Authorised by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) to issue and endorse Certificate of Origin since January 1982.
  • One of the major and reputable chambers in Malaysia to endorse the Certificate of Origin.
  • Certificates of Origin endorsed by FMM are recognised and accepted by Customs Authorities worldwide.

What is Certificate of Origin?

Certificate of Origin is a document that certifies the country of origin of a particular product. The Certificate of Origin is intended solely to prove the origin of goods in order to satisfy customs or trade requirements such as supporting letter of credit. It can also be used as supporting documents for the issuance of corresponding COs by another authorised Chamber.

Effective December 11, 2025, please be informed of an important update regarding the submission of the Cost Analysis (CA) form for Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin (NPCO) applications, following our recent discussions with MITI (Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry). MITI has indicated in view of FMM’s due diligence procedures for FMM NPCO applications, the following shall apply:

Category Requirement for NPCO Application Key Condition
FMM Members (Manufacturers) CA is NOT required Only applies to members where FMM has carried out physical verification during membership visitation and confirmed genuine manufacturing operations.
FMM Members (Trading Companies) CA IS required The Cost Analysis document remains mandatory for Traders applying for NPCO.
Non-Members CA is COMPULSORY The Cost Analysis document remains mandatory for all non-members applying for NPCO.

Product which meets Rules of Origin:

  • Manufactured in Malaysia & used 100% local materials; OR
  • Manufactured in Malaysia through transformation process which alters tariff code classification at six (6) digit level; OR
  • Contains at least 25% local materials
Qualifying Value Content (QVC) Calculation:
Total of Raw Material – Value of Non-Originating Materials
Total of Raw Materials
× 100%
Download the Cost Analysis calculation form of the finished product to be exported

How to Apply?

Here's the step-by-step guide to NPCO application.

1
Register with FMM for Endorsement Service

Download the NPCO Registration Form according to your company's nature of business.

Kindly ensure that the "Cost Analysis Form" is submitted concurrently with your Registration Form. This requirement is mandatory for all applicants - FMM Members (Manufacturer & Trading Company) and Non-Members (Manufacturer & Trading Company) -as it is requested under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry's (MITI) guidelines, following our meeting with MITI on May 15, 2025.

FMM reserves the right to obtain additional documentation and perform verification visits, if deemed necessary, to confirm the accuracy of the submitted information.

Note: FMM only endorses NPCO for shipment within six (6) months from the export date.

2
Submit Registration Form & Approval

Submit the form and supporting documents to the nearest FMM office.

Once submitted, FMM will review and verify your registration and documents. After approved, proceed to Step 3 below.

3
Submit NPCO Application Based on Endorsement Type
For members & non-members
Example:
[ A Malaysian Manufacturer Exports Direct to Bangladesh ]

The NPCO application must be accompanied by a copy of each of the following documents, which shall be retained by FMM:

  • Invoice from Malaysian Manufacturer to Bangladesh Importer
  • Packing List
  • Bill of Lading for Goods from Malaysia to Bangladesh
  • Customs K2 Form
  • Other Documents that FMM May Deem Necessary
FMM shall have the right to inspect the premises where manufacturers assemble the goods under the application and to check the documents and records of the applicants.

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NPCO Form

The FMM Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin (NPCO) forms are available for sale in pads of 100 copies each at all FMM offices.

The applicant shall furnish all particulars, typewritten as required in the certificate. Provision must be made for an additional copy for retention by FMM.

Endorsement Services

FMM's network of 11 offices located throughout Malaysia offer professional guidance and service on the issuance and endorsement of Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin (NPCO). It takes only 20 minutes to endorse each NPCO.

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Type of NPCO Endorsement & Form Member (RM) Non-Member (RM)
Per Signature for All Endorsements 5.20 9.90
Per Signature for Third Party Consignor 9.90 19.80
Certificate of Origin Form (Peninsular Malaysia) - 100 copies 16.00 21.00
Certificate of Origin Form (Sabah & Sarawak) - 100 copies 20.00 25.00
Last updated on Oct 1, 2022
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