What are the types of import and export declarations? What are their requirements?

1. Self-managed customs declarationThe consignee and consignor declare the import and export goods to the customs in their own name. The customs declaration form should be signed and stamped by the consignee and consignor, and relevant documents should be attached.

2. Entrusted customs declarationCustoms declaration enterprises accept the entrustment of consignors and consignors of import and export goods and declare to the customs in their own name or the name of the client. A power of attorney signed by the client must be submitted and customs procedures shall be handled according to the scope of authorization in the letter of authorization. When going through customs declaration procedures, customs declaration companies should conduct a reasonable review of the cargo status, commercial documents, licenses and other relevant documents provided by the client to ensure their authenticity and completeness. Those who fail to perform review obligations or report in violation of regulations will bear legal responsibility.

3. Customs declaration in special supervision areasImport and export enterprises and goods designated in special supervision areas must declare customs in the special area. Import and export companies need to comply with the regulations and procedures in special supervision areas, including procedures for the pickup, loading and unloading of goods, and entry and exit of warehouses.

4. Inspect the goods before declarationThe consignee of imported goods may submit a written application to the customs to inspect the goods or take samples of the goods due to the need to determine the goods information. After review and approval by the customs, the customs will send personnel to the site for actual supervision and issue sampling records and sampling lists. After taking the goods sample, the customs officer and the consignee sign on the record and list for confirmation. For goods involving animal and plant products or that require quarantine certificates, relevant approval certificates should be obtained before sampling.

5. Supplementary materialsWhen the customs reviews the electronic data declaration form, if the consignee, consignor or entrusted customs declaration enterprise needs to explain the situation or provide supplementary materials, it should explain or provide complete materials in a timely manner after receiving notification from the customs.