Working Party on Domestic Regulation - Communication from the United States - Professional Services - Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs)
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10 March 2003 (03-1333) Working Party on Domestic Regulation Original: English
communication from the united states
Professional Services
Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs)
The attached communication has been received from the delegation of the United States with the request that it be circulated to the Members of the Working Party on Domestic Regulation.
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Widespread differences in the requirements for certification and/or licensure of accountants, engineers, architects, and other professionals exist among countries. These differences may serve as an impediment to trade in professional services, as they may require professional service providers to duplicate licensing steps - such as obtaining additional education and experience - in order to gain recognition to practice in another country. Mutual recognition agreements (MRAs) can be used as a means to address or minimize these difference