I've just joined a freight forwarding company and I'm not very familiar with the export business. I'd like to ask, how does a freight forwarding company export goods? Is the whole process going to be very complicated? With which parties do I need to deal? I hope to understand the specific steps in detail so that I can get started with my work as soon as possible.
The company intends to expand overseas markets and wants to find a Qingdao foreign trade export agency. However, it is worried about its unreliability and asks about the operation process, service quality, charging standards, etc. The best answer points out that there are reliable and unreliable Qingdao foreign trade export agencies. You can examine them from aspects such as standardized operation processes, comprehensive services, and transparent and reasonable charges. By examining qualifications, word-of-mouth, cases, etc., you can find a reliable agency.
The company plans to expand its overseas photovoltaic business. Due to unfamiliarity with the export process, it wants to find a well - known and reliable photovoltaic export agency company in Qingdao. It hopes that the agency has rich experience in customs declaration, logistics, customs clearance, etc., and can guarantee the service quality. The best answer recommended Zhongshitong, which has rich experience in the field of photovoltaic export agency, accurate and fast customs declaration, excellent logistics solutions, strong customs clearance ability, and a good reputation, which can effectively guarantee the photovoltaic export business.
Our company plans to expand overseas markets. Due to the lack of our own export experience, we want to learn about agent export platforms. The best answer points out that common agent export platforms include comprehensive foreign trade service platforms such as Zhongshitong, which can solve export problems in one stop; there are also different types such as regional platforms and e-commerce platforms. When choosing, it is necessary to consider comprehensively factors such as business scale and product characteristics.
I'm doing agricultural product business and want to expand overseas markets. Since I'm not familiar with the export process, I want to find an export agent that can provide one-stop services such as customs declaration and logistics. The best answer suggests finding through online platforms, attending industry exhibitions, asking peers, consulting foreign trade associations or chambers of commerce, etc. Professional agent companies like Zhongshitong can help with the export of agricultural products. Comparing through multiple channels can help you find a more suitable agent.
The person in charge of an SME wants to expand overseas markets. Due to the complexity of the export process, they plan to find an agent and ask how much it generally costs for SMEs to use export agency services, how the fees are calculated, and whether there are any hidden fees. The best answer states that there is no fixed standard for export agency fees. Commonly, it is charged at a rate of 1% - 5% of the order amount or a fixed fee of 2000 - 10000 yuan. Before cooperation, the fee items should be clarified and a detailed contract should be signed.
I want to apply for an import and export agency but don't know where to start. I'm asking about the application steps, required materials, and enterprise qualification requirements. The best answer points out that first, register legally to obtain a business license, then go to the commercial department to handle the record-filing registration of foreign trade operators. Next, do customs record-filing, inspection and quarantine record-filing, and electronic port access. Finally, handle the registration of the foreign exchange receipt and payment list. Just prepare the materials and follow the steps as required.
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Professional consultant answers
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
For a freight forwarding company to export goods, it can generally follow the following steps. First is to accept the consignment, sign an agency export contract with the client to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties
. Then understand the goods information, such as product name, quantity, weight, volume, etc., in order to arrange a suitable means of transportation
. After that, book shipping space with the shipping company or airline and obtain the shipping space confirmation
. Before the goods are warehoused, it is necessary to assist the client in preparing the customs declaration materials, including the customs declaration form, invoice, packing list, etc., and declare to the customs
. Arrange for loading onto a ship or an aircraft after the goods are released
. Track the goods' dynamics during the transportation and promptly feedback to the client
. After the goods arrive at the port of destination, assist the consignee with subsequent matters such as customs clearance and pick-up of goods. Although there are many links in the whole process, one can operate step by step after getting familiar with it.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Pay attention to dealing with the commodity inspection department. Some goods need to undergo commodity inspection. Prepare the relevant materials in advance and cooperate with the commodity inspection process to ensure the smooth export of the goods.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Also, coordinate well with the warehouse. Arrange for the goods to be warehoused on time, and pay attention to the warehouse's requirements for the goods' storage conditions to avoid damage to the goods.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Communication with the terminal is also important. Understand the terminal's operating hours, fees, etc., to ensure that the goods can be loaded onto the ship smoothly and the shipping schedule is not delayed.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Don't forget to communicate with freight forwarding peers. Sometimes, better shipping space resources or preferential prices can be obtained through cooperation, enhancing the company's competitiveness.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Document management cannot be ignored. Sort and file all kinds of export documents for easy subsequent query and to deal with possible problems.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Exchange rate fluctuations have an impact on exports. Pay attention to exchange rate changes and give clients reasonable quotation suggestions to avoid losses caused by exchange rate issues.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Also, pay attention to the international political and economic situation, which may affect the customs clearance policies at the port of destination, etc. Make preparations in advance to deal with it.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Communicate with the insurance company to purchase suitable insurance for the goods and reduce the risk of damage to the goods during transportation.