First of all, when looking for an export agent, you should choose an agency company with rich experience and good reputation, such as Zhongshitong. You can find it through referrals from peers, online searches, etc.
After determining the agent, a detailed agency agreement should be signed to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties, including agency fees, service scope, etc.
The general process of export agency is as follows: The entrusting party provides goods information and related documents to the agency company. The agency company is responsible for handling export customs declaration procedures, including declaration, inspection and other links. Then it arranges to book shipping space, determines the shipping schedule, and transports the goods to the port for loading. After the goods are loaded, the agency company will assist in handling foreign exchange settlement procedures, convert foreign exchange into local currency and pay it to the entrusting party. At the same time, it will also handle export tax rebate matters and needs to prepare relevant tax rebate materials.
In terms of precautions, attention should be paid to the agent's ability to handle unexpected problems and whether its cooperation relationships with the customs, freight forwarders and other parties are good.
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Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
Market development consultantConsult
First of all, when looking for an export agent, you should choose an agency company with rich experience and good reputation, such as Zhongshitong. You can find it through referrals from peers, online searches, etc.
After determining the agent, a detailed agency agreement should be signed to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties, including agency fees, service scope, etc.
The general process of export agency is as follows: The entrusting party provides goods information and related documents to the agency company. The agency company is responsible for handling export customs declaration procedures, including declaration, inspection and other links. Then it arranges to book shipping space, determines the shipping schedule, and transports the goods to the port for loading. After the goods are loaded, the agency company will assist in handling foreign exchange settlement procedures, convert foreign exchange into local currency and pay it to the entrusting party. At the same time, it will also handle export tax rebate matters and needs to prepare relevant tax rebate materials.
In terms of precautions, attention should be paid to the agent's ability to handle unexpected problems and whether its cooperation relationships with the customs, freight forwarders and other parties are good.
David LiYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
When looking for an export agent, you must check their qualifications, such as whether they have the right to engage in import and export business. Meanwhile, compare the charging standards of several agency companies to avoid wasting money.
James LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
It is important to communicate smoothly with the export agent and provide accurate information in a timely manner, otherwise it may affect the progress of export. In addition, learn about the experience of the agency company in handling the export of various products in the past. Don't find an amateur.
William YangYears of service:5Customer Rating:5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
In the process of export agency, the customs declaration link is very important. The information must not be wrong. If the agency company has a professional customs declaration team, you can basically be much more relieved.
Sarah ZhangYears of service:8Customer Rating:5.0
Document expertConsult
It is very important to investigate the reputation of the export agency company. Ask other enterprises that have cooperated with them to see how their services are. And the contract terms must be read carefully.
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
When looking for an export agent, see how much they understand the market dynamics. If they can give some market suggestions, it will also be helpful for expanding business.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
In the process of export agency, attention should be paid to the logistics and transportation part. Can the agent choose the appropriate logistics channels to ensure that the goods arrive on time and safely?
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Pay attention to the payment method and time nodes of the agency fees. Don't cause disputes due to fee issues and affect the cooperation.
Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Check the informatization level of the export agency company. Those that can provide online and timely feedback on the progress of export will be much more convenient.