To carry out the export agency business, first, one needs to have the import and export operation right, which is the basic qualification for an enterprise to engage in the import and export business of goods and technologies. When handling it, usually, an application should be made to the commercial department, and relevant materials such as business license and legal representative's identity certificate should be submitted.
Secondly, one should have a customs recordation and registration certificate. The enterprise needs to handle it at the local customs, indicating that it can legally carry out import and export-related operations such as customs declaration.
In addition, one also needs to have the self-inspection and quarantine qualification. If an enterprise wants to handle matters related to commodity inspection and quarantine by itself, it needs to apply to the entry-exit inspection and quarantine bureau.
Moreover, the foreign exchange receipt and payment business qualification is also indispensable. It involves the receipt, payment, settlement, and sale of foreign exchange. The enterprise needs to go to the State Administration of Foreign Exchange for recordation. Only by gathering these qualifications can the export agency business be carried out relatively smoothly.
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William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
To carry out the export agency business, first, one needs to have the import and export operation right, which is the basic qualification for an enterprise to engage in the import and export business of goods and technologies. When handling it, usually, an application should be made to the commercial department, and relevant materials such as business license and legal representative's identity certificate should be submitted.
Secondly, one should have a customs recordation and registration certificate. The enterprise needs to handle it at the local customs, indicating that it can legally carry out import and export-related operations such as customs declaration.
In addition, one also needs to have the self-inspection and quarantine qualification. If an enterprise wants to handle matters related to commodity inspection and quarantine by itself, it needs to apply to the entry-exit inspection and quarantine bureau.
Moreover, the foreign exchange receipt and payment business qualification is also indispensable. It involves the receipt, payment, settlement, and sale of foreign exchange. The enterprise needs to go to the State Administration of Foreign Exchange for recordation. Only by gathering these qualifications can the export agency business be carried out relatively smoothly.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
In terms of taxation, the export tax rebate identification needs to be handled, which enables the principal to enjoy the export tax rebate policy. Relevant materials need to be submitted to the tax department. Although in some areas the process has been simplified and this identification may no longer be handled separately, export enterprises still need to carry out export tax refund (exemption) recordation as required.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
If the export of specific products is involved, such as some foods, medicines, etc., corresponding special industry qualifications are also required. For example, food export may require a food production license, hygiene registration, etc. It is necessary to understand the corresponding requirements of the products in advance.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
The bank account is also crucial. An account capable of foreign exchange settlement needs to be opened to receive foreign exchange payments such as the payment for goods paid by foreign customers, which facilitates capital transactions.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
The enterprise should also have a good credit record, with a good credit rating in departments such as customs, taxation, and foreign exchange management. This is conducive to the smooth development of the business. For example, enterprises with advanced customs certification can enjoy many customs clearance conveniences.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Engaging in export agency sometimes may involve international freight, etc. Although having the international freight forwarding qualification is not mandatory, having this qualification can better integrate logistics resources and provide one-stop services.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
The qualifications of personnel should not be overlooked. There should be at least professionals familiar with international trade processes, customs declaration and inspection, foreign exchange operations, etc., to ensure the compliant and efficient operation of the business.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
The office space and facilities should also be complete. There should be a venue to store relevant materials of imported and exported goods and facilitate business operations, as well as basic office equipment, etc.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
If acting as an agent for the export of dangerous goods, special permits such as the dangerous goods business qualification are also required because the export of dangerous goods has strict regulations and requirements.