In the business of importing through an agent, the subject of document filling depends on the specific situation. Generally speaking, the bill of lading, as a proof of goods receipt and transportation contract, if the dual consignor mode is adopted, that is, the consignor writes the actual supplier, the consignee writes the agent company, and the notify party writes the entrusting party, which not only meets the transportation requirements but also enables each party to know the status of the goods. For the invoice, if the payment and settlement are made in the name of the agent company, the invoice should be written with the name of the agent company, and at the same time, the agency agreement and relevant instructions can be attached to indicate that the actual purchaser is the entrusting party, which can clarify the ownership of the goods during customs clearance. On the customs declaration form, usually the operating unit is written as the agent company, and the consigning unit is written as the entrusting party, so that the agency relationship can be clearly reflected, the customs clearance process can be carried out smoothly, and the rights and interests of each party can be guaranteed.
In short, reasonable filling of documents helps to clarify the responsibilities and rights of each party and avoid subsequent disputes.
Professional consultant answers
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
In the business of importing through an agent, the subject of document filling depends on the specific situation. Generally speaking, the bill of lading, as a proof of goods receipt and transportation contract, if the dual consignor mode is adopted, that is, the consignor writes the actual supplier, the consignee writes the agent company, and the notify party writes the entrusting party, which not only meets the transportation requirements but also enables each party to know the status of the goods. For the invoice, if the payment and settlement are made in the name of the agent company, the invoice should be written with the name of the agent company, and at the same time, the agency agreement and relevant instructions can be attached to indicate that the actual purchaser is the entrusting party, which can clarify the ownership of the goods during customs clearance. On the customs declaration form, usually the operating unit is written as the agent company, and the consigning unit is written as the entrusting party, so that the agency relationship can be clearly reflected, the customs clearance process can be carried out smoothly, and the rights and interests of each party can be guaranteed.
In short, reasonable filling of documents helps to clarify the responsibilities and rights of each party and avoid subsequent disputes.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Usually, the consignee of the bill of lading is written as the agent company to facilitate the agent to control the goods transportation link, and the notify party is written as your company so that you can be informed in time when the goods arrive at the port. The name on the invoice depends on the payment method. If the agent pays, write the agent; if you pay directly, write your company.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
The operating unit on the customs declaration form is written as the agent because the agent is responsible for the customs declaration operation, and the consigning unit is written as you to indicate the actual ownership of the goods. In this way, it is not easy to make mistakes in customs clearance and goods pickup and other links.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Who the documents are written to mainly depends on the trade mode and agreement. If it is a simple agency, for the convenience of operation and clear definition of responsibilities, it is more appropriate to write the agent company on many documents, but the relevant rights and interests should be clearly defined to you through the agreement.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Writing the name of the agent company on the invoice is conducive to its handling of procedures such as foreign exchange payment. Writing the bill of lading with dual consignors is quite common, which can take into account both transportation and ownership of goods. Supplementary instructions should be provided as required during customs clearance.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Generally, writing the agent as the consignee of the bill of lading is convenient for connecting the transportation process, and the name on the invoice is determined according to the flow of funds. Whoever pays writes whose name, so that it will be more smooth in financial and subsequent operations.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Writing the agent company can enable it to better perform its duties and handle various affairs during the import process. But you and the agent should sign a detailed agreement to protect your rights and interests in the goods.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
From the perspective of customs clearance, the customs declaration form should be filled with the operating unit as the agent and the consigning unit as you, and other documents should also try to maintain this way of writing that can reflect the agency relationship to facilitate customs clearance and define responsibilities.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The main purpose of document filling is to clearly show the business process and the ownership of goods. Writing the agent and you as dual consignors on the bill of lading and writing the invoice according to the actual payment situation is relatively safe.