There is no unified charging standard for import and export declaration agencies. Usually, there are the following common charging methods.
First, it is charged by the ticket. The declaration fee for one ticket of goods is probably from several hundred yuan to several thousand yuan. Simple goods are charged less, while complex or specially supervised goods are charged more. For example, the declaration of ordinary daily necessities may cost several hundred yuan per ticket, while for special supervised goods such as those involving endangered species, the fee may exceed 2,000 yuan.
Second, it is charged according to the proportion of the cargo value. Generally, the proportion is around 0.1% - 2%. The higher the cargo value, the lower the proportion may be. For example, for goods with a cargo value of 1 million yuan, the charge at 1% is 10,000 yuan.
Third, it is charged according to service items. Services such as customs declaration form preparation, tax calculation, and inspection accompaniment are charged separately.
In addition, there are differences in charges among different regions and agencies. It is recommended to consult several professional agencies like Zhongshitong, compare the charges and services, and then make a choice.
Professional consultant answers
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
There is no unified charging standard for import and export declaration agencies. Usually, there are the following common charging methods.
First, it is charged by the ticket. The declaration fee for one ticket of goods is probably from several hundred yuan to several thousand yuan. Simple goods are charged less, while complex or specially supervised goods are charged more. For example, the declaration of ordinary daily necessities may cost several hundred yuan per ticket, while for special supervised goods such as those involving endangered species, the fee may exceed 2,000 yuan.
Second, it is charged according to the proportion of the cargo value. Generally, the proportion is around 0.1% - 2%. The higher the cargo value, the lower the proportion may be. For example, for goods with a cargo value of 1 million yuan, the charge at 1% is 10,000 yuan.
Third, it is charged according to service items. Services such as customs declaration form preparation, tax calculation, and inspection accompaniment are charged separately.
In addition, there are differences in charges among different regions and agencies. It is recommended to consult several professional agencies like Zhongshitong, compare the charges and services, and then make a choice.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Some agencies charge according to the weight or volume of the goods, for example, charging a certain amount per cubic meter or per ton. For some goods with a large volume but low value, they may be charged according to the volume. However, this method is relatively less common, and most are still charged by the ticket or according to the proportion of the cargo value.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
Some import and export declaration agencies also charge an expedited fee. If you are short on time and require them to handle the declaration quickly, you may have to pay this fee. The amount of the fee depends on the agency's regulations and the degree of urgency, usually increasing by a certain proportion on the basis of the normal charge.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
There may also be some hidden fees, such as document transfer fees, electronic data transmission fees, etc. Therefore, when looking for an agency, be sure to ask clearly and write it clearly in the contract to avoid disputes later.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
The charge is also related to the trade method. Generally, the charge for general trade declaration is relatively fixed, while the charge for complex trade methods such as processing trade may be higher because the procedures involved are more complicated.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
If you have long-term import and export business, negotiate an annual cooperation package with the agency. Maybe you can get a preferential price. Overall, it is more cost-effective than charging according to the conventional method for each time.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
The charges also vary depending on the port. At some busy or special policy ports, the agency's charges may be a little higher because of factors such as operating costs.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Different HS codes of goods result in different declaration difficulties and different charges. If the code classification is complex, the agency has to spend more energy, and the charge will naturally be higher.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Some agencies charge according to the number of customs declaration forms. One customs declaration form corresponds to one charging standard, and multiple customs declaration forms are calculated cumulatively. However, the specific standard varies for each agency.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
If you need the agency to provide additional services, such as the handling of certificates of origin, the application for ATA carnet, etc., they will be charged separately, and the fees are determined according to the specific services.