Import agentAdministrative division code (6 digits): Fill in according to the Customs District Code Table revised by the General Administration of Customs in 2023

Year identifier (4 digits): For example, 2024 for 2024 businessImport agentSequence number (8 digits):...

1. Basic service fees

• customs clearanceWhat is export agency qualification? Why is it necessary to obtain?Customs declarationExport agency qualification refers to the administrative license for enterprises to legally engage in foreign trade services such as customs declaration agency and foreign exchange verification after completing customs registration. According to the latest Customs Declaration Unit Registration Management Regulations in 2025, enterprises without this qualification are prohibited from engaging in export agency business, otherwise they may face fines up to 500,000 yuan...
• General Administration of Customs Clearance Cost Calculator,
• Monthly comparison with Customs Single Window data

Typical accounting process example (taking FOB price as example):

When receiving customer advance payment:

Make reasonable choicesTrade terms

According to the latest INCOTERMS 2020 rules, we recommend:

• Bulk cargo: Adopt CIF terms
• High-value goods: Choose DDP terms
• Regular trade: FOB terms offer the best cost-performance ratio

Optimizing logistics solutions

Logistics costs can be reduced by 15-20% through the following methods:

• Rational transportation route planning
• Optimized container loading solutions
• Leveraging multimodal transport advantages

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What components constitute an export agency certificate number?

Special attention should be paid to the following hidden costs:

• Document amendment surcharges
• Weekend operation overtime fees
• Special packaging handling fees

According to Announcement No. 12 of the State Taxation Administration in 2024, a standard export agency certificate number must contain the following three parts:

Low-price traps often come with service reductions, manifested as:

• Insufficient customs documentation preparation
• Unreliable logistics lead times
• Slow after-sales service response

Professional recommendations

Based on the latest customs policies and trade practices, we recommend:

• Sign detailed service agreements with agents
• Establish cost item verification mechanisms
• Conduct regular supplier evaluations
• Reserve 10-15% contingency budget

Through the above professional analysis and practical guidance, enterprises can achieve optimal allocation of import agency costs while ensuring compliance, thereby enhancing international trade competitiveness.