Expand Your Global Reach
Partnering with the American World Trade Chamber of Commerce (AWTCC), Louisa County Chamber brings you fully electronic, ICC‑accredited export documentation services—so you can focus on growing your business, not paperwork
Create, submit, and retrieve your documents through our online Chamber Certification program. Move through international customs quick and easy.
Certificates of origin issued through the program are aligned with the standards set by the International Chamber of Commerce and can be verified via https://certificates.iccwbo.org/
Expand Your Global Reach
Seamless, ICC‑accredited export documentation right from your desk
ICC‑Accredited Expertise
AWTCC is the only national U.S. chamber accredited by the International Chamber of Commerce, guaranteeing global acceptance of your Certificates of Origin and related documents AWTCCAWTCC.End‑to‑End Export Services
From Certificates of Origin and Free Sale, to legalization/apostille, all processed online with industry‑leading security and speed AWTCCAWTCC.Liability Mitigation
AWTCC’s ICC‑trained team assumes the technical and legal responsibilities—your chamber can offer the service without added risk
What is a Certificate of Origin?
A Certificate of Origin (CO) is a critical document in international trade. It certifies that the goods in a specific export shipment were wholly obtained, produced, manufactured, or processed in a particular country. This certificate is a formal declaration by the exporter and is often required to meet regulatory or contractual obligations in the destination country.
Chambers of Commerce have played a key role in issuing non-preferential Certificates of Origin since 1898. Their authority was formally recognized by the Geneva Convention of 1923 and reaffirmed by the Kyoto Convention, which designated Chambers as competent and trusted third-party entities for issuing COs worldwide.
COs are used globally to:
Determine import duties or tariff eligibility based on trade agreements
Comply with customs regulations in the destination country
Fulfill terms of letters of credit or trade finance agreements
Satisfy buyer or importer requirements
Virtually every country requires a Certificate of Origin to legally import goods or apply the correct duty. By ensuring accuracy and authenticity, COs help facilitate smoother trade, prevent delays, and support compliance with international trade laws.
What are the benefits?
eCOs are embedded with advanced security features—including:
Digital chamber stamps & official signatures
2-D barcodes to ensure data integrity
PKI technology for maximum data security and authenticity
Online verification to confirm certificate authenticity globally
Optical watermarking and microprint technology to deter fraud and duplication
These safeguards protect your business from costly delays, rejections, or counterfeit risks in international trade.
Instant electronic submission and approval means no more courier delays or waiting in line at the Chamber.
Customs clearance and Letters of Credit are expedited—saving you time and helping you get paid faster.
Documents can be prepared, approved, and delivered from your office, anytime.
Save on courier fees, travel time, and administrative overhead.
As a Chamber member, you’ll receive discounted pricing on eCO and other export documents.
AWTCC is ICC-accredited, ensuring your documents meet international standards and are accepted by customs authorities and banks worldwide.
Whether you're shipping to the EU, Asia, South America, or anywhere else, your documents will meet the highest level of scrutiny with ease.
Services available through this platform include:
Certificates of Origin
Certificates of Free Sale
Legalization & Apostille Services
Tenders & Bid Access Tools
Advisory & Training on Trade Documentation
Additional Services & Export Support
While the Certificate of Origin is the most commonly requested, you can also submit other export-related documents for official Chamber certification, including:
Certificates of Free Sale
Commercial Invoices
Manufacturer’s Declarations
Packing Lists and more
These documents are securely stamped, signed, and issued by the Chamber to meet your destination country’s regulatory requirements.
Some countries require additional processing, such as:
Notarization
Apostille
Embassy Legalization
AWTCC makes this easy by managing the process on your behalf, so you can focus on shipping—not paperwork. This includes guidance on country-specific requirements and processing your documents through U.S. State Departments or foreign embassies as needed.
This partnership provides more than just documents—it’s a support system. You’ll receive:
Document requirement guidance
Country-specific compliance standards
Referral support for complex export questions
Our goal is to help you navigate international markets with confidence and ensure every shipment meets the highest compliance standards.