Many people may have doubts about whether international transportation agency services are subject to zero tax rates and what their fees include.This article will provide detailed answers to help everyone better understand international transportation agency services.

A. Is international transportation agency service at zero tax rate？

International transportation agency services usually refer to the provision of various international transportation services by agents to customers, such as booking space, flights, customs clearance, etc. According to different relevant laws and regulations, the provisions on whether international transportation agency services belong to zero tax rate may vary. In certain regions, such as Singapore and the Netherlands, international transportation agency services can enjoy zero tax rates, which means that companies providing this service in the country can waive or reduce relevant taxes.

However, in other countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom, international transportation agency services may not be subject to zero tax rates and may need to pay appropriate taxes in accordance with local tax regulations. Therefore, when conducting international transportation agency services, it is necessary to understand the local tax policy according to the specific situation.

B. International transportation agency service fees

1. Booking and flight booking fees: Agents book flights, ships or containers for customers, and charge the corresponding processing fees.

2. The transportation cost of goods includes the transportation cost of sea, air, or land transportation, which is calculated based on specific circumstances.

3. Port fees include the cost of loading and unloading goods, port facility usage fees, etc.

4. Customs clearance fees include fees for customs declaration, document processing, etc

5. Insurance fees: If the customer needs to insure the goods, the agent usually assists in handling the corresponding insurance procedures and charges insurance fees.

6. Other miscellaneous expenses: document processing fees, document storage fees, storage fees, and expenses for special transportation needs.

It should be noted that there may be differences in fee items and standards among different agency companies. Therefore, when selecting partners, it is recommended to comprehensively compare and have a detailed understanding of various fees. The tax rate of international transportation agency services will be affected by the tax policies of different regions and the actual situation of the agency company. Therefore, if you need to use international transportation agency services, it is recommended that you have a detailed understanding of local tax policies when choosing a partner, and clarify the cost items and standards with the agent in order to make better decisions.