?Tax Refund?Is it mandatory to go through a port warehousing agent?

According to the 2025 "Administrative Measures for the Refund (Exemption) of Export Goods Taxes," enterprises may independently choose whether to entrust an agent. However,Professional port warehousing agents can significantly reduce operational risks.:

• Familiar with policies related to Customs Special Supervision Zones.
• Ensure that the goods are stored in compliance with the tax refund requirements.
  • Bonded warehouse storage period control
  • Real-time monitoring of cargo status
• Assist in handling cross-customs clearance transfer transportation

Which operations in the warehousing process may affect tax refunds?

Cases reported by the General Administration of Customs in 2023 indicate that 30% of tax refund failures stem from improper warehouse management:

• Mixed storage of goods leads to incorrect product classification.
• Exceeding the storage period triggers regulatory risks.
  • General cargo storage ≤6 months
  • Hazardous materials storage ≤3 months
• The information on the warehouse receipt does not match that on the customs declaration.

What key documents are required for a tax refund?

The electronic document requirements will be upgraded in 2025, requiring special attention:

• VAT Special Invoice (Encrypted Electronic Version)
• Customs?Customs Declaration?Single (must match with the warehouse receipt)
• Foreign Exchange Verification Form (must display complete?Forex Settlement?Record)
• Agency Agreement (Specifying the Scope of Warehousing Services)

How to avoid excessively long tax refund cycles?

Professional agents can reduce the average tax refund cycle to 45 days:

• Pre-screening mechanism: Document pre-check 72 hours before container loading.
• Customs Collaboration: Real-time Synchronization of Customs Release Information
• Exception Handling: Establish a Rapid Response Channel for Tax Issues

What are the new changes in the 2025 tax refund policy?

Focus on three major adjustments:

• The time limit for direct electronic port data connection has been shortened to 72 hours.
• Newly Added Renewable Resource Product Catalog (Involving 20 HS Codes)
• ?E-commerce?B2B exports are eligible for simplified tax refund procedures.

What qualifications should be considered when selecting a warehousing agent?

It is recommended to verify the following certification documents:

• Customs AEO certification
• Bonded Warehouse Operation License
• Proof of Single Window for International Trade Connection
• Data Security Level 3 Certification

How to resolve tax refund disputes?

It is recommended to adopt a three-step processing method:

• Immediately freeze the disputed goods from being released from the warehouse.
• Request the agent to provide the complete operation log.
• Apply for Customs Data Verification (response within 15 working days)