How to accurately fill out a customs declaration form for agency import?
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My company has hired an agent to help import goods, and now we need to fill out the customs declaration form, but I'm not sure how to do it specifically. I want to know what information should be filled in for each field on the customs declaration form, and if there are any particular points to pay attention to. What are the standards and requirements for filling in key information such as the import port, operating unit, and commodity name? I hope for a detailed explanation so that we can successfully complete the customs clearance process.
Trade Expert Insights Answers
Filling out the customs declaration form for agency import requires rigor. First, for the import port, you need to fill in the name and code of the customs office at the actual port of entry. For example, for Shanghai Port, fill in the corresponding code for Shanghai Customs. For the operating unit, fill in the name and code of the agency company. If the agent has import and export operating rights, this is the agency company; if the principal has import and export operating rights, you can use a dual (heading), with the agent as the operating unit and the principal as the consignee. The commodity name should be standardized and accurate, filled in according to the name in the tariff, including brand, model, and other detailed descriptions. The country of origin should be truthfully filled in as the country where the goods were manufactured. Common trade methods include general trade, processing trade, etc., to be selected according to the actual situation. The nature of exemption/reduction also depends on the actual situation, such as general taxation, educational supplies, etc. Pay attention to clear handwriting, truthful and accurate content, and consistency with relevant supporting documents to avoid errors that could delay customs clearance.
For the name of the transport vehicle on the customs declaration form, if it is sea transport, fill in the ship's name and voyage number; for air transport, fill in the flight number. The bill of lading number should correspond to the sea or air waybill number, and it should be filled in accurately for customs to verify the cargo transportation information.
The declaration date is the date of declaration to customs, which is automatically generated by the declaration system. For the consignor/consignee, if it is an agency import, generally fill in the information of the principal, and ensure the address and phone number are accurate for customs contact.
In the attached documents column, fill in the code and number of attached regulatory documents, such as import licenses, according to the actual documents submitted.
In the marks and numbers and remarks column, if there are shipping marks, fill in the actual shipping mark information, and use the remarks column for any matters that need to be explained, such as entrusted agency import.
In the quantity and unit column, fill in the quantity of the imported goods and the corresponding unit of measurement, which should be consistent with the contract and invoice.
Fill in the unit price and total price truthfully according to the price of the goods, which should correspond to the transaction terms. For example, CIF price should include freight and insurance costs.
Fill in the currency of the transaction price. For example, USD for US dollars, CNY for Renminbi, etc. Do not make mistakes.
Fill in the exemption column according to the nature of exemption and reduction, such as taxed according to regulations, fully exempted, etc., and select accurately.