The tax refund process for agency export business is somewhat different from that of self-operated export. Firstly, the consignor and the consignee need to sign an agency export agreement. Then, after the goods are exported and the customs declaration and other procedures are completed, the consignee should hand over the relevant documents to the consignor. When the consignor handles the tax refund declaration, it needs to prepare materials such as a copy of the agency export agreement, the customs declaration form of exported goods, and the export invoice.
Next, the consignor logs in to the e-tax bureau, enters the export tax refund declaration module, enters the tax refund declaration data according to the system prompts and generates the declared electronic data, and submits it to the competent tax authorities. After the tax authorities review and approve it, the consignor can obtain the tax refund. Note that the certificate of agency export goods should be applied for and issued by the consignee to its competent tax authorities and promptly handed over to the consignor for tax refund.
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Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
The tax refund process for agency export business is somewhat different from that of self-operated export. Firstly, the consignor and the consignee need to sign an agency export agreement. Then, after the goods are exported and the customs declaration and other procedures are completed, the consignee should hand over the relevant documents to the consignor. When the consignor handles the tax refund declaration, it needs to prepare materials such as a copy of the agency export agreement, the customs declaration form of exported goods, and the export invoice.
Next, the consignor logs in to the e-tax bureau, enters the export tax refund declaration module, enters the tax refund declaration data according to the system prompts and generates the declared electronic data, and submits it to the competent tax authorities. After the tax authorities review and approve it, the consignor can obtain the tax refund. Note that the certificate of agency export goods should be applied for and issued by the consignee to its competent tax authorities and promptly handed over to the consignor for tax refund.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
For the tax refund of agency export, pay attention to the declaration deadline and don't miss the time resulting in the inability to get the tax refund. Generally, within each value-added tax declaration period from the next month after the date of customs declaration of the goods for export to April 30th of the following year, the consignor should declare the tax refund.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
In terms of materials, besides the common customs declaration forms and invoices, the foreign exchange verification forms (if needed) should also be prepared well. And these materials should all be ensured to be true, valid, and accurately filled.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
When handling the tax refund for agency export, the consignor and the consignee should communicate in a timely manner to ensure the accurate transmission of information. Otherwise, it may affect the progress of the tax refund. The consignee should promptly provide the relevant export information to the consignor.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The tax refund policies and operational details in different regions may vary. It is recommended that you consult the local tax authorities to understand the specific requirements clearly in your local area to avoid problems caused by policy differences.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Before declaring the tax refund, it is best to carefully check the data on the customs declaration forms, invoices, etc., such as the names of commodities, quantities, and amounts, to ensure that they are consistent with the actual export situation. Otherwise, the review may not be approved.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
The operation of the e-tax bureau declaration system should be mastered proficiently. When encountering problems, you can check the operation guide of the system or consult the technical support staff of the local tax authorities.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
For the consignor, it should pay attention to the reputation and qualifications of the consignee and choose reliable cooperation. Otherwise, various troubles may occur during the tax refund process.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
If the exported goods involve some special supervision areas, the tax refund process and material requirements may change. It is necessary to understand the relevant regulations clearly in advance.