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Today’s global economy is creating countless opportunities for businesses throughout our region and the world. In 2006, Nebraska exports totaled $3.6 billion to 170 countries. Approximately 1,500 Nebraska businesses export goods, generating more than 55,000 jobs in the state. Of these, 79% are small- and medium-sized companies.
The Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership continues to assist Omaha businesses in taking full advantage of the potential for foreign trade. From providing you with important statistics and demographics to evaluating opportunities for your Omaha business to events and training seminars that help you move forward, you’re able to access a variety of services.
The Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership also assists foreign-owned business establish a location in our community. Click here for more information on international company locations.
Country/Market Information and Contacts
Businesses within Greater Omaha and throughout the state are exporting to markets outside the United States. The Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership can help you to evaluate the potential for doing business in foreign markets and provide you with contacts to pursue these opportunities as they make sense for your business.
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Greater Omaha's Top Export Markets |
| Destination |
2005 Value |
2006 Value |
| Africa |
$42,243,109 |
$43,802,939 |
| APEC |
$1,002,467,591 |
$963,244,499 |
| ASEAN |
$126,207,603 |
$82,155,680 |
| Asia |
$331,669,464 |
$268,534,913 |
| DR-CAFTA |
$18,297,844 |
$16,107,038 |
| European Union |
$224,856,035 |
$205,310,061 |
| FTAA |
$707,367,921 |
$734,406,344 |
| NAFTA |
$621,260,852 |
$648,000,535 |
| OPEC |
$134,691,036 |
$112,653,613 |
| South America |
$56,883,502 |
$53,741,797 |
| Source: International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce |
Certifcates of Origin
Some countries require a Certificate of Origin for certain commodities. This authenticates the country of origin for the goods being exported in order to meet the requirements of a Free Trade Agreement or to qualify for certain duty rates or preferential duty treatment. To assist local exporters, the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce signs Certificates of Origin.
View Certificate of Origin Guidelines
To make a Certificate of Origin request, please contact Stephanie Johnson directly at 402-978-7922 or sjohnson@greateromahapartnership.com.
Greater Omaha Foreign Trade Zone (No.19)
One of the first in the country to offer area businesses the competitive advantages of a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), companies benefit from the ability to defer duty payments on imported foreign goods until the time they enter U.S. trading channels. Omaha’s Foreign Trade Zone is located on more than 17 acres, with 250,000 square feet of warehouse space. There is no time limit on storing, processing, assembling, exhibiting or inspecting the imported goods. And, if the imported goods are later exported, customs duty does not need to be paid.
As a designated port of entry, Omaha has a Customs Director just minutes away from the FTZ, allowing goods be imported and cleared quickly. Omaha’s central location as a transportation hub also allows companies to move their goods around the country and the world quickly and efficiently.
Determine your average annual savings by using our FTZ Savings Calculator. To use the calculator, input the duty rate for the products to be imported. To verify the duty rate on a specific product, please visit the U.S. Trade Information Center at www.ita.doc.gov/td/tic/tariff/import_duties.htm.
Click here to download more information on Greater Omaha's Foreign Trade Zone (No. 19).
Local Partner Organizations
The Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership collaborates with other local organizations to provide a wide range of international resources. Some focus on the export process, encourage the expansion of trade and help businesses ensure compliance with U.S. trade agreements. Others emphasize the exchange of ideas and an understanding of different cultures.
View list of Local Partner Organizations.
Where will opportunity take you?
Contact Marisa Ring to learn more about international business resources available to you. |