Of course it is possible to export on your own without using an agent. However, exporting on your own requires meeting certain conditions and going through relevant procedures. First of all, the enterprise should have the right to engage in import and export business, which can be obtained by applying to the commerce department. Secondly, customs registration should be carried out, and the registration procedures for the customs declaration unit should be completed at the customs so that the goods can pass through the customs smoothly. In addition, getting connected to the e-port network is also required, so that online customs declaration, inspection application and other operations can be realized. In terms of taxation, the identification for export tax rebates should be completed so that export tax rebates can be handled in the future. Although exporting on your own can save agency fees, it involves many and complex processes. If the enterprise itself has a professional foreign trade team that is familiar with various foreign trade policies, regulations and processes, then exporting on your own is feasible; if it lacks relevant experience and professional personnel, it may face many difficulties in the early stage.
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Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Of course it is possible to export on your own without using an agent. However, exporting on your own requires meeting certain conditions and going through relevant procedures. First of all, the enterprise should have the right to engage in import and export business, which can be obtained by applying to the commerce department. Secondly, customs registration should be carried out, and the registration procedures for the customs declaration unit should be completed at the customs so that the goods can pass through the customs smoothly. In addition, getting connected to the e-port network is also required, so that online customs declaration, inspection application and other operations can be realized. In terms of taxation, the identification for export tax rebates should be completed so that export tax rebates can be handled in the future. Although exporting on your own can save agency fees, it involves many and complex processes. If the enterprise itself has a professional foreign trade team that is familiar with various foreign trade policies, regulations and processes, then exporting on your own is feasible; if it lacks relevant experience and professional personnel, it may face many difficulties in the early stage.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
You should think it over carefully when exporting on your own. Although it can save money, you have to do many things by yourself. For example, in the processes of chartering ships, booking cabins, customs declaration and inspection application, if you are not familiar with them, it is easy to delay the shipping schedule and affect the delivery of goods. Moreover, the preparation of export documents is also troublesome. Once there is an error, you may face fines.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
It is possible to export on your own. The prerequisite is that the company has a dedicated person responsible for international transportation and understands trade terms. Otherwise, if something goes wrong with the goods during transportation, the division of responsibilities will not be clear, which will cause losses. In addition, you should also understand the collection and settlement of foreign exchange, otherwise the capital turnover may be affected.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
When exporting on your own, you should also pay attention to the policies and regulations of the destination country. Different countries have different standards and certification requirements for imported goods. If the goods do not meet the other side's regulations, they may be returned, which will result in a big loss.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
When exporting on your own, you should establish a set of foreign trade operation process systems. From customer development, contract signing, to order execution, after-sales service, etc., each link should be standardized, otherwise management chaos may easily occur.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
You should have a certain economic strength when exporting on your own. For example, the production and transportation of goods before export all require advance payment of funds. If the capital chain is broken, the entire export business will be affected.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
You should also attach importance to intellectual property rights when exporting on your own. The destination country has strict protection of intellectual property rights. If the goods are infringing, not only will the goods be seized, but the enterprise may also face huge compensation.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
You should timely grasp the fluctuations of exchange rates when exporting on your own. The changes of exchange rates will affect the export profits. If you don't understand the prevention of exchange rate risks, you may work hard on exporting but not earn any money.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
You should also pay attention to the commodity inspection link when exporting on your own. You should be familiar with the inspection standards and processes of various commodities. Otherwise, the goods cannot pass the inspection and cannot be exported smoothly.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
When exporting on your own, you should also have skills when dealing with freight forwarders, shipping companies, etc. You should strive to get good prices and services. Otherwise, the transportation cost will increase.