What isExport agentCertificate number?

Export agency certificate number (Export Agency Certificate Number) is Chinas core identification forForeign tradeforeign trade operator registration. This 12-digit code is issued by local commerce authorities. According to the latest 2025 Foreign Trade Law requirements, any enterprise engaged inImport and exportagency business must completeregistration before signingthe first foreign trade contract.

How to query through official channels?

In 2025, the export agency certificate number can be queried through the following three methods:

• The unified platform of the business systems of the Ministry of Commerce
  • 登錄https://ecomp.mofcom.gov.cn
  • Enter the "Enterprise Qualification Inquiry" module
  • Search by full enterprise name/unified credit code
• Customs General Administration Enterprise Publicity System
  • 訪問http://customs.gov.cn
  • Verify the customs registration code in the "Enterprise Information Inquiry" section.
  • Compare the consistency of registration information
• Local commerce bureau window verification
  • Bring original enterprise power of attorney
  • Provide copy of agency contract
  • Obtain officially stamped query results on-site

Why must export agency qualifications be verified?

According to 2025 Customs General Administration inspection case database, among the1,237 foreign trade violation casesinvestigated, 42% involved agency qualification issues. Unverified agency companies may cause:

• Export tax rebateTemporary detention or recovery
• Doubtful legality of customs declaration documents
• Supply chain financing credit restrictions
• Difficulty in providing evidence for major trade disputes

What to do when query results do not match actual information?

If discrepancies are found between filed information and current enterprise status, the following handling procedures are recommended:

• Information update delays
  • Request the agent to provide the record change receipt
  • Verify through Customs Hotline 12360
• Expired or invalid qualifications
  • Immediately suspend business cooperation
  • Report to local commerce authorities
• Suspected forged qualifications
  • Preserve communication records and documentary evidence
  • File a report through the International Trade Single Window

Special circumstance handling recommendations

For new business formats like cross-border comprehensive services, special attention should be paid to:

• Cross-border e-commerceAgencyAdditional confirmation is required for the "Customs Cross-border E-commerce Enterprise Type" filing.
• Bonded zone agency servicesNeed to verify special customs supervision zone operation permissions
• RCEP member country agentsRecommend simultaneous verification of commercial registration information in the counterpart country