Export tax rebate agentWhat is the calculation basis for fees?

Agency fee calculations are primarily based ondeclared rebate amountandservice complexitytwo dimensions. In 2025, the industry mainly adopts three charging methods:

• Percentage-based fee system: Charge 0.8%-3% of actual rebate amount, suitable for routine business
• Fixed package system: 200-800 RMB per document, suitable for enterprises with stable business volume
• Hybrid Billing System: Base service fee + 0.5% commission on rebate amount, common for complex business

31. What factors will affect the final agency fees?

According to the General Administration of Customs latest 2025 announcement, these variables significantly affect fees:

• Product rebate rate: Machinery products with 13% rebate rate have 30% lower agency fees than chemical products at 5%
• Complexity of documents:
  • Basic documents (contract, invoice, packing list) incur no extra charges
  • Special documents (certificate of origin, quality inspection report) cost 50-200 RMB extra per document
• 10. Declaration Time Limit: Expedited processing (within 3 working days) increases fees by 40%

What new fee models exist for agency services in 2025?

Influenced by digital reforms, two innovative models emerged this year:

• Annual fee system for intelligent declaration systems: Pay 9800 RMB annually for unlimited basic declaration services
• Risk hedging agreement system: The agent promises a tax refund amount, and will refund 50% of the service fee if the target is not met

How to avoid hidden costs in agency fees?

According to the analysis of foreign trade dispute cases in 2023-2024, special attention should be paid to:

• Foreign exchange verification surcharge: Some agents charge a 0.1% foreign exchange collection service fee
• Cross - year retrospective fee: Tax refund tracing exceeding 12 months requires a 20% expedited fee
• Cost of system use: Electronic port system integration may incur a fee of 300-500 yuan per time

How much do agency fees vary by region?

2025 survey data shows the fee ranges in major foreign trade cities:

• Yangtze River Delta region: average rate 1.2%-2.5%
• Pearl River Delta region: average rate 0.9%-2.2%
• Central and western cities: average rate 1.8%-3.0%

It is recommended to prioritize agencies withfree trade zone service outlets, which can enjoy policy benefits in customs special supervision areas.

How to choose between self-filing and agency services?

Make decisions based on the companys monthly tax refund amount:

• Below 500,000 yuan: Self-declaration costs about 800 yuan/month, agency fee about 1,500 yuan/month
• 500,000-2,000,000 yuan: Agency services can save 30% of labor costs
• Above 2,000,000 yuan: It is recommended to establish a professional team, with an annual cost of about 150,000 yuan