With the booming development of cross-border e-commerce and the growing demand for overseas goods, JD International, as an important strategic platform of JD Group, has won the favor of many merchants with its excellent global shopping services. This article will analyze the entry conditions, fees and processes of JD International in detail, and provide all-round guidance for interested merchants.
1. Overview of JD International Store Types
JD International covers a variety of store types to meet the needs of different merchants. Brand flagship stores are opened by brands or exclusive licensees, focusing on the operation of one or more brands; store-type flagship stores are opened by overseas or Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan retailers with service trademarks; specialty stores operate one or more authorized brand products; and franchise stores operate two or more self-owned or authorized brands. In addition, JD Self-operated, as JD’s B2C online sales model, provides procurement and after-sales support for brands.
2. JD International Entry Conditions
JD International has set certain conditions for merchants to enter. First, merchants need to provide a business license of an overseas registered company to prove their legal business qualifications. Secondly, merchants need to provide proof of opening an overseas bank account to ensure the compliance of capital flow. In addition, merchants need to provide a company profile and formal product purchase certificates so that JD International can evaluate their business capabilities and product quality.
It is worth noting that JD International adopts an invitation system for entry, which has high requirements for the strength and threshold of merchants. When applying for entry, merchants need to fully demonstrate their brand strength, market influence and compliance management capabilities to increase the success rate of entry.
3. Entry fees and deductions
A certain deposit is required to enter JD International. The specific amount depends on the category of entry, generally between US$5,000 and US$40,000. In addition, merchants are required to pay a service fee according to a certain percentage of sales, and the deduction is basically around 8%. Before applying for entry, merchants should fully understand the relevant fees and ensure that they have sufficient funds.
4. Detailed explanation of the entry process
The entry process of JD International is relatively standardized and rigorous. First, merchants need to submit relevant qualification documents, including business licenses of overseas registered companies, proof of overseas bank account opening, company profiles and formal product purchase certificates. JD International will conduct a preliminary review of the submitted materials to confirm that the merchants meet the entry conditions.
Secondly, merchants who have passed the preliminary review need to sign an entry contract with JD International to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties. After the contract is signed, merchants must pay a deposit in accordance with the contract.
Finally, JD International will open stores for merchants and provide corresponding technical support and operational guidance. After opening a store, merchants must abide by the rules and policies of JD International to ensure the normal operation of the store.
As an important platform for cross-border e-commerce, JD International provides overseas brands with valuable opportunities to enter the Chinese market. When applying for entry, merchants should fully understand the entry conditions, fees and procedures to ensure that they meet the relevant requirements and have sufficient strength. By entering JD International, merchants can expand sales channels, enhance brand influence, and achieve the successful development of cross-border e-commerce.