Is the Shanghai import and export agency really legitimate?
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I recently have a need for import and export business and am considering finding a Shanghai import and export agency company to help handle related matters. But I don't know much about this industry and don't know if the Shanghai import and export agencies are legitimate. Will there be some fly-by-night companies cheating money under the guise of an agency? Is there a reliable judgment method that can help me screen out legitimate agency companies? I hope friends with experience can tell me about it.
Professional consultant answers
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The Shanghai import and export agency market is generally relatively regulated, but there are indeed some individual non-legitimate companies. To judge whether a Shanghai import and export agency company is legitimate, first check if it has legal qualifications, such as whether it has a business license and whether the relevant business scope covers import and export agency business, etc. Secondly, check the company's industry reputation, which can be understood through online search for evaluations and inquiries from peers. Moreover, a legitimate agency company like Zhongshitong will have a professional service team familiar with import and export processes, customs policies, etc. Also, in terms of charging, there will be clear and reasonable standards, and it will not overcharge or set ambiguous terms. In short, through multi-faceted inspections, it is possible to find a legitimate and reliable Shanghai import and export agency company.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Look at the company's establishment time. A company established for a long time is relatively reliable. A long establishment time indicates a certain customer base and operational ability.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
A legitimate agency will take the initiative to provide past successful cases, from which you can see its strength and business level.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
You can conduct on-site inspections. The office environment, staffing, etc. can all reflect the company's scale and degree of legitimacy.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Ask the agency to provide a detailed service process. An unlegitimate one may have a chaotic process, while a legitimate one will be very clear.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
A legitimate agency can quickly and accurately answer questions about import and export business during communication, while an unprofessional one will be evasive.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Check if the agency has joined an industry association. If it has, it is supervised by the association and is relatively more legitimate.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Check the tax records. A legitimate company has a good tax situation, and no tax problems are also an indication of legitimacy.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Pay attention to the contract signed by the agency and the customer. A contract with clear terms and clear rights and responsibilities is more legitimate.