Certificate of Origin Apostille for Denmark from India
Exporters and companies across India send us their certificate of origin for use in Denmark. Here is exactly how it is legalised, what to send and how to avoid rejection.
- 1 Notary (India)
- 2 Indian Chamber of Commerce
- 3 MEA apostille

Why Denmark asks for a legalised certificate of origin
The certificate of origin (COO) states the country where your goods were produced. Customs in the importing country uses it to apply duties, check restrictions and clear the cargo. The non-preferential COO is the version that is usually legalised. Non-preferential certificates of origin are issued by authorised agencies, including Indian chambers of commerce, through the DGFT's online certificate of origin platform.
European buyers rarely need legalised shipping documents for routine trade, but authorities and banks may ask for them in tenders, disputes or special import regimes.
In Denmark, a legalised certificate of origin is typically requested for customs clearance at the port of entry; it is also used for payment under a letter of credit and import duty assessment.
A certificate of origin issued in India is notarised, attested by an Indian Chamber of Commerce and then apostilled by the MEA. Denmark accepts the apostille, so no embassy step is needed.
Key facts
- Document
- Certificate of Origin issued in India
- Used in
- Denmark
- Route
- Notary (India) → Indian Chamber of Commerce → MEA apostille
- Final stamp
- MEA apostille
- Translation
- Danish – sometimes requested – check with the authority
- Who we help
- Indian exporters, manufacturers and companies
- Our office
- New Ashok Nagar, New Delhi · courier from any city
The Denmark process for an Indian certificate of origin
Send us a scan first
WhatsApp a scan of the certificate of origin and tell us who in Denmark will receive it. We check it and reply with the steps, timeline and price.
Notary in India
The signatory's signature or the certified copy is notarised in India, as the chamber and MEA require for this document.
Indian Chamber of Commerce
An Indian Chamber of Commerce verifies your company and signatory and stamps the certificate of origin.
MEA apostille
The MEA adds its apostille, which is the final step for a Hague Convention country.
Back to you
The finished certificate of origin is returned by tracked courier, or collected from our New Ashok Nagar office, ready for use in Denmark.
What to send us
- Matching commercial invoice and packing list
- Request letter on company letterhead
- Bill of lading or airway bill copy
- Signed original certificate of origin
Avoid rejection
- Do not get the document stamped by an embassy; an apostille country only needs the MEA apostille.
- Consignee name, invoice number and quantities must be identical on every document.
- Legalise the COO and the invoice together; embassies compare them line by line.
- Preferential COOs under trade agreements usually do not need embassy legalisation; check your buyer's instruction first.
Certificate of Origin apostille for Denmark: FAQs
Does Denmark need embassy attestation for an Indian certificate of origin?
No. Denmark accepts the MEA apostille, so the certificate of origin only needs notarisation, Indian Chamber of Commerce attestation and the MEA apostille.
Which certificate of origin is legalised?
Usually the non-preferential certificate of origin issued through an authorised chamber. Preferential certificates under trade agreements are verified under the agreement and are rarely legalised.
What do I need to send for Denmark?
Signed original certificate of origin; Matching commercial invoice and packing list; Bill of lading or airway bill copy.
How many days does it take to legalise a certificate of origin for Denmark?
It depends on the chamber's and the MEA's schedules at the time. We confirm a timeline in writing before you courier the certificate of origin, and can plan around shipment or registration deadlines.
What is the process for certificate of origin apostille for Denmark?
Notary (India) → Indian Chamber of Commerce → MEA apostille. We handle every stage from our New Delhi office and courier the certificate of origin back to you.
Is a translation needed for Denmark?
English documents are often accepted in Denmark, but some authorities ask for Danish. Check with the receiving authority; we can arrange a certified translation if needed.
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Send your certificate of origin for Denmark
Send the document list and destination country on WhatsApp. We reply with the route, timeline and an all-inclusive quote.
Office: C-5 A/2, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi 110096, India. Drop off in Delhi NCR or courier from any city in India; documents return by Blue Dart or another tracked courier.