Agency export,Through which official channels can certification be verified?

The latest query systems in 2025 include:

• General Administration of Customs Single Window SystemAfter logging in, navigate to the "Enterprise Qualification Inquiry" module and provide the 13-digit Customs Registration Code.
• Electronic port law enforcement system: Log in with IC card to download PDF version certificates with electronic signatures
• Local commerce department public platforms: For example, the official website of Zhejiang Provincial Department of Commerce provides agent qualification publicity query services

How to verify the authenticity of export certificates issued by agency companies?

It is recommended to verify according to the following process:

• Element verification:
  • Check whether the customs code matches the General Administration of Customs filing
  • Please verify whether the full enterprise name contains "進".Export agentBusiness items
• Anti-counterfeiting verification:
  • Scan the QR code on the certification document to jump to the verification page
  • Check whether the 18-digit anti-counterfeiting code in the upper right corner matches the customs database
• Cross - Validation:
  • Compare the correlation between the customs declaration number and the agency contract number
  • Confirm that the export date falls within the validity period of the qualification

What to do if an agency export certificate is found expired?

Handle according to the latest 2025 regulations:

• Within 30 days overdue:Can submit an online extension application, requiring submission of annual audit reports
• 31-90 days overdue:Must reapply for qualification approval, with the review period shortened to 15 working days
• 16. Special circumstances:Force majeure factors such as epidemics can apply for green channel processing, but must provide customs-recognized proof materials

What should be done when overseas clients need to verify the qualifications of a Chinese agent?

The following solutions are recommended:

• Official certification channels:
  • Guide clients to access the English version of the General Administration of Customs Enterprise Credit Publicity System
  • Provide AEO-certified enterprises with exclusive verification channels (limited to customs advanced certified enterprises)
• Third-party verification services:
  • Recommend credit verification reports issued by international inspection agencies such as SGS
  • Use blockchain notarization platforms (such as AntChain Cross-border Trade Notarization)

What risks may exist when export agent information cannot be queried?

Be alert to the following three situations:

• Qualification forgery:In 2023, Ningbo Customs investigated 21 cases of forged electronic port IC cards
• Business anomalies:Companies may be included in the Customs Dishonesty List
• The tax risks:Cannot processExport tax refund, may be suspected of issuing false VAT invoices

Special reminder: Some provinces have piloted real-time synchronization systems for agent qualifications, but cross-border data verification still has a 3-5 working day delay. It is recommended to conduct qualification pre-review 30 days in advance for major trade projects, and apply for official confirmation letters issued by Customs when necessary.