The tax rates involved in import freight forwarding are relatively complex. Generally, freight forwarding belongs to the modern service industry, and the value-added tax rate is 6%. However, it should be noted that if it involves international transportation agency services, it can enjoy the value-added tax exemption policy if it meets the relevant regulations.
For sea freight agency and air freight agency, the normal tax rate for the agency services provided in the domestic segment is 6%. The main differences lie in the means of transportation and supporting services, rather than the tax rate itself.
The types of goods usually do not affect the tax rate of freight forwarding because the tax rate is mainly determined based on the nature of the service, rather than the attributes of the goods. However, the imported goods themselves will have tariffs and value-added tax in the import link, etc., which are determined by factors such as the HS code of the goods and are different from the tax rate of freight forwarding services. In short, in specific businesses, it is recommended to clarify the service content and corresponding tax rate with the freight forwarding company, and consult the local tax authorities if necessary to ensure compliance with tax handling.
Professional consultant answers
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The tax rates involved in import freight forwarding are relatively complex. Generally, freight forwarding belongs to the modern service industry, and the value-added tax rate is 6%. However, it should be noted that if it involves international transportation agency services, it can enjoy the value-added tax exemption policy if it meets the relevant regulations.
For sea freight agency and air freight agency, the normal tax rate for the agency services provided in the domestic segment is 6%. The main differences lie in the means of transportation and supporting services, rather than the tax rate itself.
The types of goods usually do not affect the tax rate of freight forwarding because the tax rate is mainly determined based on the nature of the service, rather than the attributes of the goods. However, the imported goods themselves will have tariffs and value-added tax in the import link, etc., which are determined by factors such as the HS code of the goods and are different from the tax rate of freight forwarding services. In short, in specific businesses, it is recommended to clarify the service content and corresponding tax rate with the freight forwarding company, and consult the local tax authorities if necessary to ensure compliance with tax handling.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
The tax rate for import freight forwarding is generally 6%. If it is through international transportation agency and meets the conditions, it can be tax-free. There is no need to worry too much about the types of goods. The tax rate is basically determined by the service.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Under normal circumstances, the value-added tax rate for import freight forwarding is 6%. For international transportation agency that meets the conditions, it can be tax-free. There is no difference in the tax rate between sea freight and air freight agency.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Import freight forwarding mainly involves a value-added tax rate of 6%. International transportation agency is tax-free if it meets the requirements. The types of goods do not greatly affect the tax rate of the agency.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
The value-added tax rate for import freight forwarding is usually 6%. International transportation agency services are tax-free if they comply with regulations. The tax rates for sea freight and air freight agency are the same.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Generally, the tax rate for import freight forwarding is 6%. If the international transportation agency meets the regulations, it is tax-free. The types of goods have little impact on the tax rate.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
The value-added tax rate for import freight forwarding services is 6%. International transportation agency can be tax-free if it complies with regulations. There is no difference in the tax rate between sea freight and air freight agency.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
The value-added tax rate for import freight forwarding is generally 6%. International transportation agency is tax-free if it meets the conditions. The types of goods do not change the tax rate.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
The value-added tax rate for import freight forwarding is mostly 6%. International transportation agency has tax exemption if it complies with regulations. The tax rates for sea freight and air freight agency are the same.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
The common tax rate for freight forwarding is 6%. International transportation agency is tax-free if it complies with regulations. The types of goods do not affect the tax rate of the agency.