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Preference Rules of Origin (BCC Accredited)

Training

This course is recommended for those who already work in international trade but need further training on origin calculations and how this affects sales and purchases.

We explain the different types of origin documentation and provide a practical session on how to read the relevant international trade agreements allowing origin to be established.

Course content

  • Have an understanding of the difference between Preference and Non-Preference Origin.
  • Learn the different types of Origin.
  • Learn what is meant by Non Preference, Preference and Free Circulation.
  • Have an understanding of the rules determining preference rules of origin.
  • Learn why a Certificate of Origin is needed.
  • Understand why “The Tariff” is so important.
  • Recognise what is special about the agreement with Turkey.
  • Learn the percentage rule and how to apply it.
  • Understand the percentage rule
  • Understand the Transformation Rule

Who should attend

Rules of Origin training course will provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the rules which govern origin thereby ensuring that your goods are not detained nor delayed at Customs borders due to incorrect declaration of origin and is beneficial to any personnel preparing export or import documentation, dealing with customer queries, gathering of origin evidence etc.

Cost and duration

Members have exclusive savings on bookings and are able to access other great services provided by us.

This course lasts for half a day and is delivered at the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce Meeting Spaces by our approved expert trainers.

This session can also be arranged on a corporate basis, just for your team.  We can host them at your premises, or here at the Chamber's brand new 'Chamber Meeting Spaces' facility; just off the M6 in Preston.

 

AVAILABILITY – Places available


 

Information

Date

17th September 2026

Time

09:30 - 12:30

Location

North & Western Lancashire Chamber Of Commerce, Chamber Meeting Spaces, 11 Eastway Business Village, Olivers Place, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 9WT

Member Rate

£250.00

Affiliate Rate

£375.00

Non Member Rate

£500.00

(Prices exclude VAT)

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