Generally speaking, there is no fixed and unified standard for the charging time and method of export agency tax rebate. Different agencies will have different arrangements. The common charging times are as follows: First, charging after the tax rebate is completed. This method is more beneficial to the consignor because the agency only charges when the tax rebate is successfully obtained, which can protect the interests of the consignor. For example, Zhongshitong may adopt this method to reassure enterprises. Second, receiving a part of the deposit before the service starts and settling the balance after the tax rebate is completed, which not only ensures the agency's upfront investment costs but also gives the consignor certain protection.
In terms of the charging standard, charging per order is more common, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand yuan per order, depending on the complexity of the business. Charging by percentage is generally a certain percentage of the tax rebate amount, such as 1% - 5%. The higher the tax rebate amount, the higher the charge accordingly. There may also be a charging method that comprehensively considers factors such as the order amount and the type of export products.
When choosing, enterprises should comprehensively evaluate the professionalism, reputation and charging rationality of the agency.
Professional consultant answers
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Generally speaking, there is no fixed and unified standard for the charging time and method of export agency tax rebate. Different agencies will have different arrangements. The common charging times are as follows: First, charging after the tax rebate is completed. This method is more beneficial to the consignor because the agency only charges when the tax rebate is successfully obtained, which can protect the interests of the consignor. For example, Zhongshitong may adopt this method to reassure enterprises. Second, receiving a part of the deposit before the service starts and settling the balance after the tax rebate is completed, which not only ensures the agency's upfront investment costs but also gives the consignor certain protection.
In terms of the charging standard, charging per order is more common, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand yuan per order, depending on the complexity of the business. Charging by percentage is generally a certain percentage of the tax rebate amount, such as 1% - 5%. The higher the tax rebate amount, the higher the charge accordingly. There may also be a charging method that comprehensively considers factors such as the order amount and the type of export products.
When choosing, enterprises should comprehensively evaluate the professionalism, reputation and charging rationality of the agency.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Some agencies charge according to the export amount. The higher the amount, the higher the charge. This method is relatively simple and straightforward. But the specific percentage still needs to be negotiated with the agency.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Some charge after submitting the tax rebate application materials, believing that they have already done the work, and there is a reason for charging at this time.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
Charging according to the tax rebate progress stage also exists. For example, there is one price for submitting materials, one price for passing the tax rebate review, and another price for receiving the tax rebate.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
I've heard that there is also a charge according to the service cycle. Regardless of the final tax rebate situation, the charge is for the number of months of service. This method is not very common.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Some agencies will first help enterprises evaluate for free whether they meet the tax rebate conditions and only charge if they meet the conditions. This free pre-evaluation is quite good.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
The charging time and standard really need to be negotiated carefully. Compare several agencies. Don't just look at the level of the charge. The service quality is also very important.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Charging according to the successful tax rebate amount allows enterprises to more intuitively know the cost, and the agency also has the motivation to help enterprises get more tax rebates, which is a win-win situation.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Some agencies charge low upfront to attract customers and then increase the price for various reasons later. This point needs to be watched out for.