Who needs a DSP-83?
This form is used by exporters of military equipment and classified data. The form must be certified by the foreign consignee, foreign end-user and foreign government (if required). The signed certificate guarantees that the foreign consignee and end-user will not re-export, resell or otherwise dispose of the military equipment to another foreign country.
What is the purpose of DSP-83?
This form is a non-transfer and use certificate. It serves as a certification that foreign consignee won’t resell the obtained military equipment to another country. As a rule, this form must be accompanied by the application for authorization to export specific military equipment. The signed form DSP-83 must be forwarded to the US Department of State for consideration.
Is the DSP-83 accompanied by other forms?
The non-transfer and Use Certificate should be submitted to the US Department of State together with the application for authorization to export specific military equipment.
When is the DSP-83 due?
The certificate should be sent to the foreign consignee and foreign end-user before submitting the application for authorization to the US Department of State. The applicant has to send the signed form together with the application.
What information should be provided in the DSP-83 form?
The applicant has to type his name, name of the foreign end-user, country of ultimate destination, give a detailed description of the exported articles and data, and the quantity and value of the goods. The applicant must also type the name and title and date and sign the form.
The foreign consignee must sign the form, type the full name and title, date and seal it. The foreign end-user and the government official are to do the same as the consignee.
Where do I send the form after its completion?
When the is signed by the foreign consignee, end-user, and government official (if required) it should be forwarded to the US Department of State.