How to verify A.TR and origin documents before dispatch

Do not infer eligibility or tariff treatment from a document name. Obtain written broker guidance for the product, transaction and route.

11 August 2025Updated 23 September 2026

Short answer

The Turkish Trade Ministry says A.TR indicates free-circulation status within the Customs Union framework, not origin; EUR.1 proves origin. Do not infer a document or duty outcome for a particular product from this distinction. Give the broker product and transaction details and confirm the applicable document in writing.

The Turkish Trade Ministry FAQ says A.TR indicates free-circulation status within the Customs Union framework, not origin; EUR.1 proves origin. This distinction alone does not determine the document or tariff outcome for a particular product.

Before ordering, give the broker the product code and description, seller and buyer countries, transaction type and planned route. Ask which document applies, who arranges it and how its details must match the invoice.

Keep the response with document copies and the shipment file. Renew the confirmation if the shipment or destination changes; do not infer duty, origin or eligibility from a document's name.