The export tax rebate process for freight forwarding agents is as follows: First, confirm whether you meet the eligibility criteria for export tax rebates. Freight forwarding companies must meet certain tax qualification requirements. Next, prepare relevant documents, such as export customs declarations, agency export agreements, and VAT special invoices.
Then comes the filing process. After the goods are exported and sales are recorded according to regulations, log in to the electronic tax bureau, enter the export tax rebate filing module, input the relevant data as prompted by the system, generate the filing data, and submit it to the competent tax authorities.
After accepting the filing, the tax authorities will review it. Once approved, the company will receive the export tax rebate. Note that the filing deadline is strictly regulated: the rebate must be filed during the VAT tax filing periods from the month following the export customs declaration date until April 30 of the following year.
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Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
The export tax rebate process for freight forwarding agents is as follows: First, confirm whether you meet the eligibility criteria for export tax rebates. Freight forwarding companies must meet certain tax qualification requirements. Next, prepare relevant documents, such as export customs declarations, agency export agreements, and VAT special invoices.
Then comes the filing process. After the goods are exported and sales are recorded according to regulations, log in to the electronic tax bureau, enter the export tax rebate filing module, input the relevant data as prompted by the system, generate the filing data, and submit it to the competent tax authorities.
After accepting the filing, the tax authorities will review it. Once approved, the company will receive the export tax rebate. Note that the filing deadline is strictly regulated: the rebate must be filed during the VAT tax filing periods from the month following the export customs declaration date until April 30 of the following year.
Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Make sure the customs declaration information is accurate, including the goods’ name, quantity, and value. Any errors may affect the rebate.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Obtain and authenticate VAT special invoices promptly. Although the authentication deadline has been abolished, early processing avoids delays in the rebate.
Elizabeth LiYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Keep export contracts properly, as tax authorities may inspect them. Contract terms should be clear and specific.
Amanda YangYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Note that tax authorities in different regions may have slight variations, so it’s best to consult the local tax department in advance.
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
If you encounter issues with the electronic tax bureau, you can call the 12366 tax service hotline for assistance.
William YangYears of service:5Customer Rating:5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Ensure your company’s financial records are clear, with accurate documentation of income and expenses related to export business.
Sarah ZhangYears of service:8Customer Rating:5.0
Document expertConsult
For agency export business, communicate clearly with the client regarding tax rebate matters to avoid disputes.
David LiYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Stay updated on tax policy changes, as export tax rebate policies may be adjusted.