Why is it necessary to modify export unit information?

Enterprise export filing information includesCustoms code, business license, bank account, business addressand other core data. The following three situations must be updated in a timely manner:

• Enterprise restructuring: When mergers, acquisitions, divisions, or changes in equity structure occur
  • Case: A manufacturing company was acquired by foreign capital but did not change the export entity, leading toExport tax refundownership disputes
• Business adjustment: Adding/canceling import and export rights, changing main export product categories
• Compliance requirements: Relocation of registered address, change of legal representative, changes in customs credit rating

What is the specific process for modifying export units?

According to the latest requirements of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, the standard process is divided into five steps:

• Step 1:Prepare a complete set of change documents (detailed list provided later)
• Step 2:Log in to the "China International Trade Single Window" to submit an electronic application.
• Step 3:Schedule an on-site verification with the local customs (must bring original documents)
• Step 4:Synchronously update bank foreign exchange account information
• Step 5:Re-signExport agentagreements (if involving third-party services)

What materials must be prepared for declaration?

According to the Regulations on the Filing Management of Import and Export Goods Consignors issued by the General Administration of Customs in 2023, different types of changes correspond to different documents:

• Company name change:
  • New business license (original and duplicate)
  • Notice of Approval for Change of Registration from the Administration for Industry and Commerce
  • Original customs filing registration form
• Registered address change:
  • New office space lease contract/property ownership certificate
  • Fire safety acceptance certificate (for production enterprises)
• Change of legal representative:
  • New Legal Representatives ID Document
  • Shareholders Meeting Resolution Document

How to avoid compliance risks during the modification process?

2025 Customs Audit Focus Includes Enterprise Information Consistency, Special Attention Required:

• Time Connection Risk:
  • Case: An Enterprise Changed Information in March but Completed Foreign Exchange Registration in May, Export Payments Were Frozen During This Period
• Document Correspondence Risk:
  • Mixed Use of Old and New Unit Invoices Led to VAT Refund Failure
• Preventive Measures:
  • Report Change Plans to Cooperative Agents 30 Days in Advance
  • Maintain Complete Document Chain During Transition Period of Old and New Files
  • AEO Certified Enterprises Can Apply for Fast Track

Is it more efficient to handle it independently or to delegate to an agent?

According to 2025 Industry Research Data:

• Self-Handling:
  • Average Time Consumption of 12 Working Days
  • Suitable for Full-Time Customs Personnel Familiar with Customs Systems
• Professional Agency:
  • Completion in as Fast as 5 Working Days
  • Provide Full Process Document Pre-Review + System Operation on Behalf
  • Costs Approximately 0.3%-0.5% of the Enterprises Monthly Export Volume