Interpretation of the Whole Process of Import Agency Operation: How to Efficiently Assist Enterprises in Import Business?

Import RepresentationThe agent signs an export contract with the foreign purchaser on behalf of the customer. Prepare a Proforma Invoice.

2、Sign a Purchase Contract with Domestic Supplier

Sign a Contract with Foreign Purchasers

Operation:The agent signs an export contract with the foreign purchaser on behalf of the client. Prepare a Proforma Invoice.

Precautions:Ensure that the contract terms are clear, especially the description of goods, quantity, price, delivery date and payment method.

Sign a Purchase Contract with Domestic Suppliers

Operation:The agent signs a purchase contract with the domestic supplier on behalf of the client.

Precautions:Ensure the qualifications and supply capabilities of the suppliers to avoid delays and quality problems.

3、Track the contract execution

Operation:The agent tracks the degree of contract execution to ensure the timely shipment of goods.

Precautions:Maintain communication with foreign purchasers and domestic suppliers to solve problems in a timely manner.

4、Prepare import documents

Operation:The agent prepares import documents (such as invoices, packing lists, etc.) according to the contract provisions.

Precautions:Ensure that the content of the documents is consistent with the actual goods to avoid problems during customs clearance.

5、Handle import commodity inspection and health inspection

Operation:The agent reports for import commodity inspection and animal and plant health inspection (health inspection).

Precautions:Understand the inspection and quarantine requirements of the destination country in advance and prepare the corresponding materials.

6、Handle import licenses

Operation:The agent assists in handling the licenses required for import (such as automatic import licenses, heavy industry import licenses, import mechanical and electrical certificates, etc.).

Precautions:Apply for relevant licenses in advance to avoid affecting the import process.

7、HandleImport Customs Declaration

Operation:The agent handles the import customs declaration procedures on behalf of the client.

Precautions:Prepare complete customs declaration documents, including customs declaration forms, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, etc.

8、Handle import transportation

Operation:The agent arranges import transportation and transports the goods from the port to the designated location.

Precautions:Select a reliable transportation company to ensure the safe and timely arrival of the goods.

9、Handle importA complete export agency agreement should be attached with:,In order to crack down on tax evasion, the customs and tax departments are now strictly examining the operation of buying export declarations. If the behavior of buying export declarations is discovered, the regulatory authorities will require tax replenishment (even a 2% tax rate may be a considerable amount). In addition, fines may also be imposed on the relevant responsible parties.

Operation:The agent handles the import foreign exchange collection and settlement procedures on behalf of the client.

Precautions:Ensure smooth capital flow to avoid affecting the payment process.

10、Handle document filing

Operation:The agent handles the filing of import documents on behalf of the client.

Precautions:Retain all relevant documents for easy future query and audit.

Pay the Goods Payment

What you need to do:Pay the agency company, and the agency company remits the payment to the consignor.

The foreign merchant ships the goods.

What you need to do:Send documents such as bills of lading, packing lists, and invoices to the agent.

Goods Arrival at the Port

What you need to do:Transfer taxes such as customs duties and value-added taxes to the agent.

What we need to do:Exchange the bill and pay taxes, and prepare for customs clearance.

Customs clearance is completed.

What we need to do:Deliver the goods to the designated location. Issue an invoice to the customer or provide the tax bill to the customer (the customer deducts it by himself).

Issue an invoice to the customer or provide the tax bill to the customer (the customer deducts it by himself).

Operation:Regarding the issue of ownership of goods

When signing the import agency agreement, clarify the ownership of the goods to avoid disputes.

Operation:Protect rights and interests

Before releasing the goods to the customer, the agent should ensure that it obtains the due benefits to avoid disputes and legal proceedings.ZhongShen International TradeBy understanding and mastering all aspects of import agency, enterprises can ensure the efficiency and compliance of the import process. If you have any questions in the import business or need professional agency services,