What is the difference between EUR-1 and EUR-MED?

EUR-1 is used for bilateral trade agreements. EUR-MED applies in the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean zone and enables diagonal cumulation between PEM countries.

When do I use Form A instead of EUR-1?

Form A (certificate of origin) is used under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) for exports from developing countries to the EU.

Can I request an origin certificate retrospectively?

Yes, retrospective issuance is possible within the legal deadline if the certificate was not issued at the time of export. Additional conditions and checks apply.

Origin certificates and proofs: EUR-1, EUR-MED, Form A and more

Navigate all evidence types for preferential origin: from EUR-1 and EUR-MED to Form A, GSP simplification, retrospective issuance, and duplicates.

Why origin certificates cause confusion

Teams do not always know which proof fits which scenario: EUR-1, EUR-MED, Form A, or origin statement.
Simplified procedures (approved exporter) and standard procedures get mixed up.
Retrospective issuance and duplicates have their own rules that are missed in practice.

Operating model for origin certificates

Determine per shipment which proof applies based on the trade agreement and GSP status.
Use the correct procedure: standard EUR-1 application, simplified via approved exporter, or REX registration.
Archive proofs linked to dossier, supplier evidence, and export declaration for audit readiness.

Cluster articles

EUR-1 certificate: standard and simplified procedures: Complete guide to EUR-1 certificates including when simplified procedures apply and how to use them.
EUR-MED certificate: applications in the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean zone: How the EUR-MED certificate enables diagonal cumulation across the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean network.
Form A: certificate of origin in the GSP system: How Form A certificates work within the Generalized System of Preferences for developing country exports.
GSP simplified arrangements: REX system and thresholds: How the REX self-certification system replaces Form A for GSP beneficiary countries above the threshold.
EUR-1 and Form A special provisions: pitfalls and practical tips: Common mistakes when completing EUR-1 and Form A certificates and how to avoid rejection by customs.
Export evidence from the EU: which document when?: Decision matrix for choosing the right origin evidence document when exporting goods from the European Union.

Glossary

EUR-1 certificate: The EUR-1 certificate (movement certificate) is the standard proof of preferential origin for exports to countries with a bilateral EU trade agreement.
EUR-MED certificate: The EUR-MED certificate is the movement certificate variant enabling diagonal cumulation within the PEM zone and indicating whether cumulation was applied.
Certificate of origin (Form A): Form A is the certificate of origin issued by developing countries as proof of preferential origin under the GSP (Generalized System of Preferences).
Preferential origin: Preferential origin determines whether goods qualify for preferential treatment under a trade agreement.

Downloads

Whitepaper: Preferentiele oorsprong zonder risico: ROSA, BOI, and REX guidance with checklist templates for first audit sprint.
AI-driven origin classification with explainability: How explainable AI improves origin classification accuracy, reduces disputes, and satisfies EU AI Act transparency requirements.
Comparison: manual origin workflows vs PSRA: Showcase traceability and workflow speed-up versus spreadsheet process.