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    Paperwork for importing to UK from China?

    Regarding this invoice. If the company registered address is different from the delivery address, do both addresses need to be on there?
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    EXW - how to organise shipping?

    If I get the supplier to organise the shipping, do they just need to add this to the invoice and identify it separately as the shipping cost? As I understand, there is VAT to be paid on the shipping. They will be shipping by DHL Express. They don't seem to think there is any additional...
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    EXW - how to organise shipping?

    Great, thanks for the response. Very helpful.
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    Paperwork for importing to UK from China?

    Thanks for the response. I guess the supplier just provides the courier with the invoice on their side when they pick up the goods? Thanks
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    Paperwork for importing to UK from China?

    I'm looking to get an order of 200 items of clothing couriered to UK from a manufacturer in China. Order is EXW so will be door to door. What paperwork do I need to have prepared to ensure I get the goods through customs etc? Do I need an EORI number? Any help appreciated. Thanks
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    EXW - how to organise shipping?

    Hi, The supplier is actually in dongguan which I think is close to Hong Kong. Would organising courier direct with UPS from here work our to be more economical? I hear sometimes the factory organising courier can work out cheaper. Thanks
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    EXW - how to organise shipping?

    I have 200 items of clothing being manufactured on EXW terms in China. The factory had said they could help arrange shipping to me door to door for about $600. However, I'd like to get a price myself for this. I'm still awaiting exact dimensions and weight which they said they can provide once...
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    HiFx or Bank Transfer to Pay Alibaba Supplier?

    Thanks for the response. How long does the payment take to arrive?
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    HiFx or Bank Transfer to Pay Alibaba Supplier?

    Im looking to pay a supplier $2000 via the Alibaba Trade Assurance scheme. I was originally going to do a bank wire via my local bank but I have seen HiFX potentially offering a better price. Is this a recommended way of paying suppliers and would it save significant cost?
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    Overseas Transfer and Exchange Rate

    Im looking to pay the deposit for my order - approx $2000. Should I just make this payment from my bank and accept the exchange rate they give, or is there any alternatives for getting a better rate? thanks
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    Alibaba Due Diligence - What more can I do?

    Thanks for the advice.
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    Alibaba Due Diligence - What more can I do?

    I'm dealing with a clothing manufacturer over Alibaba. I have had 2 sample deliveries. 4 items in total. Custom made where they have worked to a specification. Pieces have been spot on, great quality. Prices are decent but don't seem overly cheap. Manufacturer has had on site check, is 4...
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    Use Personal Credit Card to Pay Alibaba Trade Assurance

    Correct, through Alibaba. My worry was on stories of alibaba usually siding with the seller. Also had concerns on whether the card purchase would still be protected if I'm making a business goods purchase, even though I'm using a personal credit card. It'd not a huge purchase. Maybe adds up...
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    Use Personal Credit Card to Pay Alibaba Trade Assurance

    I have setup a business for importing goods from China and the importer is providing Trade assurance. I can pay via credit card. Will this provide me with additional protection and also can I use my personal credit card as I don't have a business credit card?
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