Unlike the validity period of a certificate of origin, the retention period for proof of origin does not govern how long a document can be presented at the border – it governs how long exporters and importers must keep the underlying supporting records after customs clearance is complete.
Source: https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/origin-requirements/certificates-origin_en
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