How exactly should the value - added tax (VAT) for agency import and export business be calculated? Come and teach me quickly!
My company intends to carry out agency import and export business and is not very clear about the calculation of VAT in this regard. I want to know how exactly the VAT for agency import and export business is calculated. Is it the same as the calculation method for general import and export business, or is there a special calculation method? How should the relevant tax rate be determined? Are there any easily overlooked details that need attention? I hope friends who know the ropes can explain it in detail. Thank you!












Professional consultant answers
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
The calculation of VAT for agency import and export business is relatively complex. First, in the import link, the VAT payable = (dutiable value of customs + customs duty + consumption tax) × VAT rate. The dutiable value of customs is generally determined based on the transaction price examined and approved by the customs. If the imported goods are consumer goods subject to consumption tax, the consumption tax needs to be calculated first.
In the export link, for agency - exported goods, generally the principal handles the export tax refund. The agent is not involved in the calculation of VAT tax refund, but the agent needs to accurately calculate the agency commission and pay VAT as required. Its VAT payable = sales amount × tax rate. The tax rate for general taxpayers is 6%, and the collection rate for small - scale taxpayers is 3% (there are preferential policies during the epidemic, subject to the actual policies). Attention should be paid to distinguish the tax rates of different goods and the changes in relevant tax policies for accurate calculation.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
If the imported goods have a certificate of origin and meet the relevant agreements, the customs duty rate may be preferential, which will indirectly affect the calculation of VAT. In addition, the VAT rates of different commodities are different. For example, agricultural products may be 9%, and most goods are 13%. Confirm in advance.
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
Market development consultantConsult
If the goods for agency export are subject to the tax - exemption policy, there is no VAT tax refund involved. The principal needs to make a tax - exemption declaration as required. The agent only needs to pay VAT on the agency fee as required.
James LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
When calculating the import VAT, it is necessary to accurately determine the dutiable value of customs, which includes the transportation and related expenses, insurance premiums, etc. before the goods are unloaded at the place of entry within the territory of China.
David LiYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
In the export business, if the exported goods fall within the scope of being regarded as domestic - sales - taxable, the principal should calculate and pay VAT according to domestic - sold goods. The agent is also only responsible for paying VAT on the agency fee.
Amanda YangYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Note that in the import link, the customs will issue a tax payment certificate for the VAT it collects on behalf. The enterprise should keep it properly for subsequent deductions and other operations.
Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
The agency import and export contract should clarify the tax responsibilities of all parties to avoid disputes arising from VAT calculation and payment issues in the future.
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
There is a time limit for export tax refund declaration. The principal should declare within the specified time, and the agent has the obligation to remind, otherwise it may affect the tax refund.
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
For the agency import and export business of cross - border e - commerce, the calculation of VAT may vary due to different models, such as the 9610 and 1210 models. Understand them separately.