EU–UK TCA · Annex ORIG-4 · Self-declared · ~300,000 UK exporters
TCA Statement on Origin Generator
Self-declare United Kingdom preferential origin on your invoice or commercial document to claim zero tariff for goods exported to the EU under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement.
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In this section
A TCA Statement on Origin (Annex ORIG-4) is the self-certified declaration a UK exporter makes on the commercial invoice or other document to prove goods are of United Kingdom preferential origin. EU customs use it to apply the zero preferential tariff rate instead of the standard MFN duty. No chamber stamp or approved-exporter registration is required — you as the exporter make the declaration and are responsible for substantiating it.
Invoicing & Origin
- VAT InvoiceReg 14 mandatory fields, plus reverse-charge wording for CIS and B2B services.
- Export InvoiceEORI, country of origin, Incoterms 2020, per-line HS codes — for UK cross-border goods exports including CETA.
- CETA Origin DeclarationAnnex 3B self-certified origin declaration for UK-to-India exports under CETA, in force 15 July 2026.
- TCA Statement on OriginSelf-declare United Kingdom preferential origin on your invoice to claim zero tariff into the EU under the EU–UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.
- CPTPP Certification of OriginAnnex 3-B self-certified certification of origin for preferential access to CPTPP markets — Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and 7 more.
- Certificate of OriginChamber-endorsed Certificate of Origin certifying where goods were made — for customs clearance, letters of credit, quota purposes, and trade-defence. Does not confer preferential tariff treatment.
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What this generates
- TCA Annex ORIG-4 Statement on Origin PDF
- Prescribed wording verbatim — do not alter
- GB EORI reference (required on every statement)
- Single shipment or blanket (12-month validity)
- Generated in your browser — no document data stored
Primary sources
Guides for this document
Under the EU–UK TCA, origin is self-declared — as the UK exporter, you place this statement on your invoice or other commercial document. No stamp, chamber, or third-party registration is required.
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Exporter details
GB EORI number
Required on every TCA statement on origin regardless of consignment value (EU-UK TCA, Annex ORIG-4 / Art. ORIG.19). The €6,000 figure is the EU-side REX registration threshold — not a UK EORI waiver. Gov.uk guidance →
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What TCA preferential origin means
Why origin matters under the TCA
The EU–UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement provides zero tariffs on goods that qualify as “originating” in the UK or EU. Goods that do not qualify — for example, goods simply transshipped through the UK without sufficient processing — pay the standard MFN duty rate. The Statement on Origin is the document that triggers the zero rate.
When is a GB EORI required?
Your GB EORI number must be included as the “Exporter Reference No” onevery TCA statement on origin, regardless of consignment value (TCA Annex ORIG-4 / Art. ORIG.19). The €6,000 figure is the EU-side REX (Registered Exporter) registration threshold — not a UK EORI waiver. The GB EORI is your own registration with HMRC, distinct from the EU’s REX system, which applies to EU exporters, not UK ones.
Validity: 12 months
A TCA Statement on Origin is valid for 12 months from the date it was made out (TCA Article ORIG.19(4)). A blanket declaration covers multiple shipments of identical goods within that 12-month window. Keep the supporting documentation that proves origin for the duration of the validity period.
Prescribed wording (TCA Annex ORIG-4)
The wording of the statement is prescribed in TCA Annex ORIG-4 and must not be altered. This generator composes it verbatim from your inputs. The EU importer presents this statement to their customs authority to claim the preferential tariff.
Record keeping
Keep documentation supporting your origin claim — supplier declarations, manufacturing records, cost breakdowns — for at least four years from the date of the statement. HMRC or EU customs may request this during verification. This generator does not assess your records; that is your responsibility.
Related guides
Keep reading
How Do You Make a UK-EU TCA Statement on Origin? →
A UK-EU TCA statement on origin is the prescribed Annex ORIG-4 wording you place on your commercial invoice or another commercial document. It is self-declared with no chamber stamp, carries your GB EORI as the exporter reference number (or your full address if you have none), and secures the zero preferential rate for goods that qualify as originating.
How Do I Make a CETA-Compliant VAT Invoice for Exports to India? →
Two documents, not one. Raise a standard UK VAT invoice (usually zero-rated for export) as the commercial invoice, then claim CETA's preferential tariff on a separate origin declaration you register for with HMRC. The invoice does not carry the origin claim.
Which Goods Qualify for the India-UK CETA Preferential Tariff? →
Under the India-UK CETA (in force 15 July 2026), a preferential tariff applies only to originating goods: those wholly obtained in the UK or India, or sufficiently transformed under the product-specific rules. Eligibility is proven with an origin declaration, not the invoice.
How Do You Self-Certify Origin Under CPTPP? →
Under CPTPP Chapter 3, a UK exporter self-certifies origin: the exporter, producer, or importer completes a Certification of Origin with the nine Annex 3-B data elements. No chamber stamp or approved-exporter registration is required, and one certification covers all 11 CPTPP markets.
How Do You Complete an India-UK CETA Origin Declaration? →
To complete an India-UK CETA origin declaration: confirm the goods are originating under the Annex 3A product-specific rule, register your EORI with HMRC, make the standalone Annex 3B declaration (not on the invoice), then have it authenticated by India's CBIC to obtain a URN before the importer can claim the preferential tariff.
Input VAT vs Output VAT: What's the Difference? →
Output VAT is the VAT you charge on sales; input VAT is the VAT you pay on purchases. Your VAT return reports the difference and you pay HMRC the net, under sections 24 to 26 of the VAT Act 1994. This guide also covers the £90,000 registration threshold and the Making Tax Digital rules.
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After you generate
- Place or attach this statement on your commercial invoice or other trade document
- EU importer presents it to their customs authority to claim the preferential (zero) tariff
- Keep supporting origin records for at least 4 years
- Blanket declarations cover multiple shipments for up to 12 months
First-timer questions
Do I need a GB EORI for this statement?
Yes — your GB EORI is required on every TCA statement on origin, regardless of consignment value (TCA Annex ORIG-4 / Art. ORIG.19). The €6,000 figure is the EU-side REX (Registered Exporter) registration threshold that applies to EU exporters — not a waiver of your UK GB EORI, which is your own HMRC registration and is required at any value.
Is this the same as a Certificate of Origin?
No. Under the TCA, UK exporters self-declare origin on their commercial invoice using the prescribed Annex ORIG-4 wording. No chamber stamp or approved-exporter status is required. A Certificate of Origin is a separate document issued by a third party.
How long is the statement valid?
A TCA Statement on Origin is valid for 12 months from the date it was made out (TCA Article ORIG.19(4)). A blanket declaration covers multiple shipments of identical goods within that 12-month period.
Does this generator check whether my goods qualify?
No — it generates the statement you self-declare. You are responsible for confirming your goods meet the applicable TCA rules of origin. Mis-declaring origin is a customs offence.