Certificate of Free Sale (COF)
What is a Certificate of Free Sale?
A Certificate of Free Sale (COF) is an official document confirming that a product may be legally sold in Suriname and that its sale is not prohibited.
This certificate is often required by foreign authorities when exporting products.
Which products are eligible for a COF?
A COF may be issued for products that meet the following requirements:
- The product is manufactured and/or processed in Suriname; and
- The product is legally sold in Suriname.
How do you apply for a COF?
Applications for a COF are submitted digitally only. You can apply by completing the online application form.
The following information and documents must be provided with your application:
- Company information;
- Names of the products to be exported;
- A recent Chamber of Commerce extract;
- ISO certification information (if applicable);
- The destination country;
- Name and address of the recipient of the certificate;
- Name and telephone number of the company contact person;
- Any additional supporting documents, if applicable.
Fees
The fee for a Certificate of Free Sale is SRD 650 per shipment.
Please note: A COF is issued per export shipment. If you export multiple shipments, a separate COF application must be submitted for each shipment.
Submit your application online
You can submit your application for a Certificate of Free Sale using the link below:
Application Form COF
Issuance of the COF
Once the submitted documents have been reviewed and approved, and payment has been received, the Certificate of Free Sale will be issued.
You will receive the COF within 10 working days after approval of the application and receipt of payment.
Important
A COF is valid only for the specific products included in the relevant export shipment.
If you wish to export products again at a later date, or if you are sending a new shipment, a new Certificate of Free Sale application must be submitted.
If you have any questions, please contact the Suriname Standards Bureau (SSB). Our team is ready to assist you.
