I'm a novice freight forwarder. Recently, I received the business of air - imported goods and completely don't know where to start. I want to ask everyone how to specifically handle freight forwarder's air - imported goods? What are the procedures and key points that need attention? I hope experienced seniors can explain it in detail. Thank you!
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Professional consultant answers
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
When a freight forwarder receives the business of air - imported goods, first, relevant information such as the bill of lading, invoice, packing list, etc. should be obtained before the goods arrive, so as to prepare for customs clearance in advance. After the goods arrive at the airport, exchange the bill of lading in a timely manner. Then handle the customs clearance procedures. Prepare corresponding documents according to the nature of the goods, such as packing lists, invoices, contracts, etc., truthfully declare the goods information, and cooperate with the customs inspection. After customs clearance is completed, arrange for picking up the goods. If the goods need to be transshipped, plan the transportation route and method to ensure safe delivery to the consignee. During the process, pay attention to the time nodes of each link to avoid additional costs such as demurrage charges; also carefully check the goods information to ensure consistency between documents and prevent customs clearance obstacles.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Pay attention to tracking the flight dynamics in a timely manner, know the expected arrival time of the goods, communicate with the consignee in advance to confirm whether they can receive the goods in time. In addition, when picking up the goods, check whether the outer packaging of the goods is intact. If there are problems, take pictures in time for evidence and notify the relevant parties.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
For goods that require special supervision, such as products of endangered species, special licenses should be obtained in advance, otherwise there will be big troubles during customs clearance. At the same time, understand the warehousing charging standards of the airport, reasonably arrange the pick - up time to save costs.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
When communicating with the airline, be friendly and professional to obtain more accurate goods information. Moreover, in the preparation of customs clearance documents, be careful and meticulous to avoid mistakes that lead to delays.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
After the goods arrive at the destination, contact the delivery vehicle as soon as possible to ensure that the goods can be transported out of the airport in time. In addition, do a good job in insuring the goods during the transportation process, just in case.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Understand the policies and regulations of the destination in advance, especially those related to imported goods, to prevent failure to clear customs smoothly due to non - compliance with policies. Also, during the operation process, maintain good communication with relevant personnel in each link.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Make a budget in advance for the costs of air - imported goods, including customs clearance fees, pick - up fees, etc., communicate clearly with the client to avoid subsequent cost disputes. At the same time, record and file the goods information well.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
If there is an inspection, actively cooperate with the customs work and provide the required information. And the detailed information of the goods can be sorted out in advance to respond to the inspection situation more quickly.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
When delivering the goods to the consignee, ask the consignee to sign for confirmation to complete the whole process. In addition, regularly review the business process, summarize experience, and improve business capabilities.