COTIF 1980

(An image of COTIF 1980 cover printed)

The Convention concerning International Carriage by Rail (COTIF) dates from 9 May 1980.

It is the result of the merger and fundamental reform of the two original Conventions, CIV and CIM.

COTIF 1980 created an international intergovernmental organisation (IGO) with a modern character and structure.

The entry into force of COTIF 1980 on 1 May 1985 marked the beginning of the Intergovernmental Organisation for International Carriage by Rail (OTIF).

 

The other language versions are here:  French, German

 

Convention concerning International Carriage by Rail of 9 May 1980

COTIF 1980 as amended on 1.11.1996
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Scope Status of signatures, ratifications, acceptances, approvals, accessions and entry into force
Declarations of non-application and reservations Arranged according to State
Appendix A Uniform Rules concerning the Contract of International Carriage of Passengers by Rail (CIV)
Appendix B Uniform Rules concerning the Contract of International Carriage of Goods by Rail (CIM)
Annexes