How to handle the declaration for agency export? Please give me some advice quickly!
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Our company intends to find an agent to conduct export business and wants to know how to handle the declaration for agency export. Previously, it was always our own company that directly handled the export declaration, and we are quite familiar with the process. However, agency export involves the agent, and we don't know what the differences are in the declaration process and document preparation. We hope to have a detailed understanding, including what key points need to be particularly noted during the declaration process. Please, friends who know, help us answer this.
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Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
The declaration process for agency export is as follows: Firstly, the consignor and the agent need to sign an agency export agreement. After the goods are exported, the agent shall collect the customs declaration form, packing list, invoice and other documents in a timely manner. Then, enter the relevant export information through the declaration systems such as the Electronic Tax Bureau. When declaring, ensure that the information is accurate, for example, the name, quantity and amount of the goods should be consistent with the documents. Meanwhile, the agent also needs to submit the Certificate of Agency Export Goods to the competent tax authority. The consignor shall apply for tax refund with this certificate and other materials. It should be particularly noted that the agent shall declare strictly in accordance with the stipulated time, generally within each value-added tax declaration period from the next month after the date of customs declaration of the goods to April 30 of the following year. In addition, the retention and management of documents are also very important for the tax authority to verify.
In short, for the declaration of agency export, more attention should be paid to links such as agreement signing, document preparation, declaration operation and time control to ensure the smooth progress of the declaration.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
When handling the declaration, ensure that the relevant documents are authentic and valid. For example, the customs declaration form must be consistent with the actual situation of the exported goods. Otherwise, there will be problems in the declaration. Moreover, be proficient in the operation of the Electronic Tax Bureau system. Otherwise, it is easy to make mistakes when entering information.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
The agent should maintain close communication with the consignor. The consignor should provide necessary materials in a timely manner. If there are policy changes during the declaration process, adjust the declaration method in a timely manner and pay attention to the notices issued by the tax authority.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Pay attention to the format of the declaration materials. For example, the invoice format should meet the tax requirements, and the content of the packing list should be detailed. Also, for special exported goods, the declaration requirements may vary. Make sure to understand them clearly in advance.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
It is advisable to conduct a self-check on the materials before declaration. For example, check whether the amounts on the customs declaration form and the invoice are consistent to avoid the failure of the declaration due to low-level mistakes and waste of time.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Pay attention to the key points of the tax authority's review of the agency export declaration. Generally, the authenticity of the goods and the relevance of the documents are strictly reviewed. When preparing the materials, focus on these aspects.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
The declaration system of the Electronic Tax Bureau will be upgraded irregularly. During the upgrade period, there may be changes in the declaration. Prepare in advance and consult the tax authority or the customer service of Zhongshitong if necessary.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Grasp the time of issuing the Certificate of Agency Export properly. Otherwise, it will affect the tax refund of the consignor. Moreover, after entering the declaration data, check it repeatedly to ensure its accuracy.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
For the electronic materials required for the declaration, make backups to prevent data loss. In addition, communicate well with relevant parties such as freight forwarders to ensure the accurate transmission of the goods transportation information.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
If there are doubts in the declaration, promptly investigate the reasons. For example, it may be due to the wrong use of codes. Correct them promptly to strive for a smooth review.