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AfCFTA Documentation Guide

# AfCFTA Documentation Guide Maximize trade benefits under the African Continental Free Trade Area. ## What is AfCFTA? The world's largest free trade area: - 54 African countries - 1.3 billion people - $3.4 trillion GDP - Reduced tariffs ## Key Benefits ### Tariff Reduction - 90% of goods: Zero tariffs - Sensitive items: Reduced rates - Excluded items: Limited list ### Simplified Trade - Reduced red tape - Common rules - Easier customs ## Required Documentation ### Certificate of Origin Proves goods qualify for preferential treatment: - EUR.1 Movement Certificate - Self-certification (for approved exporters) - Invoice declaration (small shipments) ### Supplier Declaration Supports origin claim: - Production details - Input origins - Value added percentage ## Rules of Origin Goods must meet one of: ### 1. Wholly Obtained - Agricultural products grown locally - Minerals extracted locally…