There are generally two ways to handle tax refunds for exports through third-party agents. For exports by entrusting agents, the entrusting party gets the tax refunds. For the way of deemed purchase and sale, the agent gets the tax refunds. Usually, the method of entrusting agent for export tax refunds is adopted. The procedure is as follows: First, the entrusting party and the agent sign an agency export agreement. Then, after the goods are exported, the agent hands over the relevant customs declaration forms, invoices and other materials to the entrusting party. The entrusting party logs in to the e-tax bureau, enters the tax refund declaration data in the export tax refund module, generates the declaration file for uploading, and submits the paper materials (such as customs declaration forms, agency export agreements, invoices, etc.) to the tax authorities for review. After the review is passed, the tax will be refunded to the account of the entrusting party. Regarding the time cycle of tax refunds, under normal circumstances, from the acceptance of the declaration, it may take 1 - 2 months at the fastest and 3 - 6 months at the slowest, depending on the work efficiency and business complexity of the local tax authorities.
In short, the entrusting party should ensure that the materials are true, complete, and declared in a timely manner.
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William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
There are generally two ways to handle tax refunds for exports through third-party agents. For exports by entrusting agents, the entrusting party gets the tax refunds. For the way of deemed purchase and sale, the agent gets the tax refunds. Usually, the method of entrusting agent for export tax refunds is adopted. The procedure is as follows: First, the entrusting party and the agent sign an agency export agreement. Then, after the goods are exported, the agent hands over the relevant customs declaration forms, invoices and other materials to the entrusting party. The entrusting party logs in to the e-tax bureau, enters the tax refund declaration data in the export tax refund module, generates the declaration file for uploading, and submits the paper materials (such as customs declaration forms, agency export agreements, invoices, etc.) to the tax authorities for review. After the review is passed, the tax will be refunded to the account of the entrusting party. Regarding the time cycle of tax refunds, under normal circumstances, from the acceptance of the declaration, it may take 1 - 2 months at the fastest and 3 - 6 months at the slowest, depending on the work efficiency and business complexity of the local tax authorities.
In short, the entrusting party should ensure that the materials are true, complete, and declared in a timely manner.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
The materials must be prepared completely. Besides customs declaration forms and invoices, shipping documents such as packing lists and bills of lading may also be needed, depending on the specific requirements of the local tax authorities. If the materials are not complete, the tax refunds will definitely be affected.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Pay attention to clearly defining the responsibilities of both parties in the agency export agreement, especially the responsibilities related to tax refunds, to avoid disputes in the later stage. If the agent fails to provide the materials in a timely manner, resulting in a delay in tax refunds, the responsibilities should be clearly divided.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Be proficient in operating the tax refund declaration system. Otherwise, it will be very troublesome if the data is filled in wrongly. You can participate in the training organized by the tax authorities or ask professional financial personnel to help with the operation.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Pay attention to the time of goods export and declare tax refunds within the specified time limit. If it is overdue, it may not be possible to get the refunds. Generally, it is declared before the deadline of the VAT tax declaration period in April of the next year from the date of export.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
It is very important to keep in communication with the tax authorities so that new policies or questions can be known in a timely manner. If there are problems during the tax refund process, take the initiative to consult instead of guessing blindly by yourself.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The qualifications of the agent also need to be carefully examined. Some small agency companies are not professional and may affect the progress of tax refunds. Choose an agent with experience and a good reputation, such as Zhongshitong.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Before declaring tax refunds, it is best to conduct a self-examination of the authenticity of the business once, including the links of goods transactions and transportation. If the tax authorities find problems during the verification, the tax refunds will be in jeopardy.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
After the entrusting party receives the foreign exchange earnings from exports transferred by the agent, it should handle the foreign exchange settlement procedures in a timely manner, which is also helpful for the smooth progress of the tax refund process.