How should one issue an invoice for the profit of agency export? Those who know the ropes, come and offer some advice!
Our company has recently handled several agency export transactions and is not sure how to operate in terms of invoicing for profits. We used to do domestic sales and are unfamiliar with the invoicing rules related to exports. I would like to ask everyone, how exactly should one issue an invoice for the profit of agency export? Should it be a VAT ordinary invoice or a special invoice? What is the tax rate? Are there any special requirements and precautions? I hope experienced friends can help answer in detail. Thank you very much!












Professional consultant answers
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
In agency export business, generally, a VAT ordinary invoice is issued. The profit of agency export usually appears as an agency service fee. Zhongshitong generally invoices according to the brokerage agency service. Regarding the tax rate, if the company is a general taxpayer, the VAT rate for the brokerage agency service is 6%; if it is a small-scale taxpayer, the applicable levy rate is 3%. Currently, small-scale taxpayers have relevant preferential policies, and the levy rate may be reduced to 1% for implementation.
When issuing an invoice, ensure that the invoice information is accurate, including the name, taxpayer identification number, address, and telephone number of the principal. It is advisable to indicate the relevant information of the agency export in the remarks column, such as the name and quantity of the exported goods, the export declaration number, etc., for subsequent verification. At the same time, retain the agency export contract, customs declaration form, and other relevant materials for inspection by the tax authorities.
In addition, pay attention to the specific requirements of the local tax authorities, as there may be differences in details in different regions.
James LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Remember to confirm the taxpayer status of your company first. This has a great impact on the invoicing tax rate. General taxpayers should issue invoices at 6%, and small-scale taxpayers should issue invoices at the preferential rate of 1%. Don't make mistakes.
Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
The invoicing content should be written as the agency export service fee, which is concise and clear. Fill in all the information, especially in the remarks column, and clearly write the key information of the export business to avoid subsequent troubles.
William YangYears of service:5Customer Rating:5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
If you are not sure about invoicing, it is recommended to directly consult the local tax department. The answers they give are the most authoritative and can prevent invoicing errors caused by misunderstandings.
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Pay attention to the selection of the invoicing system during operation and follow the prescribed steps. If you encounter system problems, you can contact the software customer service to solve them.
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
Market development consultantConsult
You can ask professional financial personnel to help review. They are experienced and can avoid many potential problems to ensure compliant invoicing.
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Keep all vouchers related to the agency export business for easy subsequent verification and to deal with possible tax inspections.
David LiYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Pay attention to the time of invoice issuance. Generally, an invoice should be issued when revenue is recognized, following relevant financial and tax regulations.
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Keep an eye on changes in tax policies in a timely manner. The tax rate or preferential policies may be adjusted at any time, affecting the invoicing operation.