International Air Freight Agency (From China to Worldwide Locations)
Air freight operation processes are divided into domestic air freight operations and international air freight operations. International air freight operations can be further subdivided into export and import processes, with minor differences between each. Before arranging air freight, it is essential to note that dangerous goods explicitly prohibited from air transport must never be shipped by air.
Under normal circumstances, the air freight operation process is as follows:
After the shipper and freight forwarder confirm the transportation price and service conditions, the shipper must complete a cargo consignment note. The note should include: shipper information, consignee information, destination, scheduled flight date and airline, commodity name, number of pieces, weight, volume, and freight rate.
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A. Customs declaration form
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B. Verification certificate
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C. Customs declaration power of attorney
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D. Commercial invoice
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E. Packing list
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F. Document exchange certificate/electronic transfer information
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G. Permit certificate
Based on the shipper's cargo consignment note, the customer service/document clerk should immediately book space with the airline or its agent and notify the customer of the scheduled flight time.
Collect the goods according to the mutually agreed method to ensure timely and accurate warehousing.
The goods are submitted to the cargo terminal for security inspection, and their dimensions are measured to calculate volumetric weight. The terminal then records the actual weight and volumetric weight of the entire shipment in the "Acceptance Note," which is stamped with the "Security Inspection Seal," "Acceptance Seal," and signed for confirmation. The freight forwarder enters all cargo data into the airline's air waybill based on the terminal's "Acceptance Note."
Once the goods are loaded onto the aircraft, the Civil Aviation Administration issues the master air waybill, and the freight forwarder issues the house air waybill. The house air waybill has three original copies and twelve copies. Of the original copies: the first is given to the shipper, the second is retained by the freight forwarder, and the third accompanies the goods to the consignee. The twelve copies are used for customs declaration, financial settlement, foreign agency services, transit distribution, etc.
Customers may choose their own customs broker or entrust the freight forwarder to handle customs declaration. In either case, all customs declaration documents prepared by the shipper, together with the terminal's "Acceptance Note" and the original airline waybill, must be promptly submitted to the customs broker to facilitate timely declaration and ensure the goods clear customs and are transported without delay.
Once the goods are loaded onto the aircraft, a shipment notification may be sent to the buyer to facilitate payment preparation, document redemption, and receipt arrangements.
The above is a general outline of the air freight operation process. Specific steps may vary depending on whether it is domestic air freight, international export air freight, or international import air freight.
Guangzhou Panyue International Trade Co., Ltd. provides professional air freight agency services with comprehensive support:
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Expert guidance on distinguishing between domestic and international air freight requirements
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Efficient document preparation and verification to ensure compliance with aviation and customs regulations
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Strong partnerships with major airlines for reliable space booking and competitive rates
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Real-time cargo tracking and proactive updates throughout the transportation process
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Dedicated team to handle special cargo requirements and resolve potential issues promptly
Leveraging our extensive experience in air freight logistics, we help clients navigate the complexities of both domestic and international air transportation, ensuring timely and secure delivery of goods.