Import agent payments aren't just about transferring money: 3 major compliance pitfalls that 90% of companies have fallen into, and a 5-step solution checklist

Import agent payments aren't just about transferring money: 3 major compliance pitfalls that 90% of companies have fallen into, and a 5-step solution checklist

Feb 12, 2026 at 04:58 265 13

Solving compliance risks in import agent payments for goods trade, dissecting three common misunderstandings (document chain, remarks, tax registration), and providing a 5-step practical SOP from agreement to documents to help enterprises avoid problems such as paying money but not receiving goods or being audited by tax authorities.

Warning to Japanese Importers on Customs Clearance Agents: Don't Let the Promise of "Full Customs Clearance" Ruin Your Goods—3 Hidden Risks and 6 Solutions

Feb 12, 2026 at 02:34 196 13

This article exposes the three hidden risks (responsibility division, document review, and response to customs inquiries) that 90% of importers overlook in their cooperation with Japanese import customs clearance agents, and provides a six-step actionable solution to prevent goods from being detained and incurring additional fees.