How long does it usually take to handle import and export agency services? Come and find out!
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Our company plans to find an import and export agency to help handle our business. We haven't been involved in this area before. I'd like to ask how long it will take to complete the handling of import and export agency services? Is the process complicated? Will it affect the normal development of our import and export business? I hope that friends who are knowledgeable in this field can help answer these questions so that I can have a clear idea and see if it can meet the requirements of our business progress.
Professional consultant answers
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
The time required to complete the handling of import and export agency services varies due to various factors. Firstly, for the basic registration and filing process, if the materials are complete and meet the requirements, Zhongshitong can generally complete it within 15 - 20 working days. This includes handling the registration and filing of foreign trade operators in the commerce department, which usually takes about 3 - 5 working days; customs filing usually takes 5 - 7 working days; and network access to the electronic port takes about 7 - 10 working days.
However, if it involves special products, such as goods that require the handling of import and export licenses, the handling time will be extended. For example, the handling of licenses for certain restricted goods may take 1 - 3 months, depending on the efficiency of the approval department and the preparation of materials. In addition, if the customer's materials are incomplete or incorrect, resulting in repeated modifications, it will also increase the handling time. Overall, for ordinary business, Zhongshitong can complete the handling of import and export agency services within 1 - 2 months; for business involving special licenses, it may take 3 - 6 months.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
The handling time is related to the speed at which you prepare the materials. If you can quickly provide the required materials, the agency company can also push forward the process as soon as possible, and the time will be shorter.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
The time required to handle import and export agency services in different regions also varies. The process in developed regions may be more convenient, and the time is relatively short. It may take longer in some remote areas.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
If the agency company is proficient in its business and communicates smoothly with various departments, the handling speed will be fast. Professional ones like Zhongshitong have better control over the time.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
During the peak period of approvals, such as at the end of the year, when the business volume of each department is large, the time required to handle import and export agency services may be extended, so it is necessary to plan in advance.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
If the import and export agency involves multiple procedures, such as not only filing but also handling relevant certifications, the time will definitely be longer than that of simple filing.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
If the material review is passed at one time, the time will be saved. If it is repeatedly sent back for modification, the time required to handle import and export agency services will inevitably become longer.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
It is also related to the staffing of the agency company. If there are sufficient staff and a reasonable division of labor, the handling of import and export agency services can be completed efficiently.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
If the enterprise has had relevant handling experience before, it can provide effective suggestions to the agency, which is also helpful for accelerating the handling speed.