Detailed explanation of customs broker certificate examination guide and preparation strategies

Customs declarers play an important role in international trade, and their responsibilities cover customs affairs such as customs declaration and tax payment for import and export goods. In order to become a qualified customs declarer, you first need to pass the National Customs Declarer Qualification Examination and obtain a customs declarer certificate in accordance with the law. This article will provide detailed information on how to obtain the Customs Declarer Qualification Certificate, registration requirements, exam content and preparation strategies.

How to obtain the customs broker qualification certificate

Passing the National Customs Broker Qualification Examination is the only way to obtain this certificate.

Principles of the Customs Declarer Qualification Examination

The examination is conducted in accordance with the principles of fairness, openness, impartiality and integrity.

Registration conditions for customs broker qualification certificate

  • Possess the nationality of the People’s Republic of China;
  • At least 18 years old and have full capacity for civil conduct;
  • Possess a college degree or above; for candidates from the western region, the registration requirements are relaxed to high school graduation or equivalent education.

Registration methods and required materials

  • Online pre-registration: Complete on the China Customs Declarer Qualification Examination website, from June 5th to 30th every year.
  • On-site confirmation: After successful online pre-registration, go to the designated location within the specified time to complete the confirmation.
  • Registration materials: including registration form, copies of ID card and academic certificate, payment voucher and recent color ID photo.

Examination content and duration

The exam is divided into three subjects: “Customs Regulations”, “Customs Declaration Document Operation” and “Cargo Classification and Classification”, which are held in June and December respectively every year.

Customs proficiency test content

The customs affairs proficiency test consists of two parts: a test of basic customs affairs knowledge and a test of basic customs affairs skills. The latter covers entry and exit customs declaration, bonded customs management, import and export commodity classification, customs declaration form filling and import and export tax accounting.

Exam preparation methods and test-taking skills

Study suggestions

  • Master the basics: Start with “International Trade Practice” to learn professional knowledge related to customs declaration, and then study in depth “Basic Knowledge of Customs Affairs” and “Basic Skills of Customs Affairs”.
  • Understanding and Memory: Memorize concepts after understanding them to improve the accuracy of answering questions.

Test-taking skills

  • Answering skills: Use the elimination method for multiple-choice questions, logical reasoning for true-false questions, pay attention to the accuracy of information for fill-in-the-blank questions, and carefully analyze each option for multiple-choice questions.
  • Time management: Plan each part of time reasonably, such as basic knowledge accounting for 30% and basic skills accounting for 70%, and adjust according to the actual situation.
  • Review the questions carefully: Ensure the accuracy and standardization of answers to avoid losing points due to carelessness.

Through the above introduction, we can understand that becoming a customs declarer not only requires solid professional knowledge, but also requires good psychological quality and test-taking ability. I hope every candidate can successfully pass the exam and start a new chapter in their career.