# ATP Certificate for Refrigerated Vehicles

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> An ATP certificate is the official document confirming that a refrigerated vehicle meets the insulation and cooling performance standards set out in the ATP Agreement – the multilateral UN treaty on the international carriage of perishable foodstuffs and the special equipment required for such carriage.

An ATP certificate is the official document confirming that a refrigerated vehicle meets the insulation and cooling performance standards set out in the ATP Agreement – the multilateral UN treaty on the international carriage of perishable foodstuffs and the special equipment required for such carriage. Customs authorities and food safety inspectors require the certificate for cross-border transport of fresh produce, meat, fish, and dairy products; a missing or expired document can result in goods being turned back at the border. Certificates are issued by approved testing bodies and must be renewed periodically, with validity periods varying by vehicle category and inspection scope. It should not be confused with refrigeration unit log books or national food transport permits, which may be required alongside it.

**Source:** [https://unece.org/transport/standards/transport/perishable-foodstuffs/about-atp](https://unece.org/transport/standards/transport/perishable-foodstuffs/about-atp)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | ATP Certificate for Refrigerated Vehicles |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 123 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://unece.org/transport/standards/transport/perishable-foodstuffs/about-atp |

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