What isAgency export,Proof? What's the difference compared to self-operated export?

The export agency certificate isDual - track system of online and offlineIssued to the principal as a statutory document (Customs Code: 0823), certifying that the actual ownership of the goods belongs to the entrusted enterprise. Compared to self-operated exports, under the agency model,Export tax refundSubjectIt remains a production enterprise, where the "Consignor" field on the customs declaration form displays the information of the agency company, while the "Production and Sales Unit" retains the name of the actual production enterprise.

Why is an export agency certificate needed? These 3 core functions must be mastered.

Measures for the Administration of Value - added Tax and Consumption Tax on Labor ServicesExport goodsThe Measures for the Administration of Value-Added Tax and Consumption Tax on Labor Services stipulate that the export agency certificate undertakes the following key functions:

• The role of tax refund vouchers: Manufacturing enterprises may use this certificate to declare tax exemption, credit, and refund (State Taxation Administration Announcement No. 7 of 2025).
• Basis for Foreign Exchange Verification and Cancellation: The bank requires the submission of supporting documents to verify the authenticity of the trade.
• Compliance Certification Documents: Meet the requirements of customs AEO certification and foreign exchange administration classification supervision.

Under what circumstances is it mandatory to apply for an agency export certificate?

Based on our experience in handling over 300 cases, the following situations require the submission of supporting documents:

• Foreign trade comprehensive service enterprises acting as agents for small, medium, and micro enterprises in export.
• Manufacturing enterprises entrust foreign trade companies with import and export rights to handle exports.
• Cross-border e-commerce enterprises complete export transactions through third-party platforms.

What are the new changes to be aware of when applying for an export agency certificate?

Key points of policy adjustments in 2025 that require special attention:

• Electronic Certificates to Fully Replace Paper Documents (Effective January 1, 2025, Ministry of Commerce)
• Added newBlockchain Verification SystemInterface requirements
• The processing time limit has been reduced from 20 working days to 15 working days.

How many steps are there in the process of obtaining an export agency certificate?

Standard business processes include:

• Step 1: Sign the contractEntrusted Agency Export Agreement
• Step 2: The agency company declares customs export data
• Step 3: GenerateElectronic Agent Certificate(Through the Single Window for International Trade)
• Step 4: The production enterprise downloads and submits to the tax bureau system.

How to Avoid Common Misconceptions About Export Agency Certificates?

We have identified three common mistakes that customers often make:

• Mistakenly treating the agency company as the subject for tax refund declaration.
• The application for certification was not submitted within 60 days after the goods were exported.
• Ignore the proxy protocol in theLiability Allocation Clauses

What should be considered when selecting an agency company?

It is recommended to focus on evaluating the following qualifications:

• PossessesDual - track system of online and offlineQualifications (Ministry of Commerce Registration)
• The bank's credit line exceeds 50 million yuan.
• Equipped with professional customs and tax teams
• Provide an electronic certificate real-time query system.

Will there be significant changes to the export agency policies in 2025?

Based on the information we obtained from attending the National Foreign Trade Work Conference in December 2024, the policy directions for 2025 include:

• ExpandSubsidies for agency export services for small, medium, and micro enterprisesScope
• PilotSmart contract automated certificationSystem
• Enhance the integration of agency export data with the Golden Tax Phase IV system.