He noted that many entrepreneurs face difficulties in obtaining the ST-1 certificate for each batch of goods. In this regard, Azamat Kerimbek uulu suggested considering the possibility of simplifying the process of issuance and reducing the cost of this document, as regular shipments significantly increase business expenses.
Additionally, the deputy chairman of the Association of International Freight Forwarders, Igor Golubev, reported that the necessity of the ST-1 certificate had already been thoroughly studied. He noted that official information had been received from the Eurasian Economic Commission and the Ministry of Economy, stating that within the framework of mutual trade in the EAEU, the ST-1 certificate is not required. This document is only necessary in certain cases, such as participation in public procurement or to obtain tariff preferences when trading with third countries.
The head of the EAEU Coordination Department of the Ministry of Economy, Elimbek Kanybek uulu, confirmed that the relevant clarifications had been received. He emphasized that goods produced in the member countries of the union and in free circulation do not require the ST-1 certificate for mutual trade within the EAEU.
