How to renew the fmc qualification when it expires？
The validity of fmc qualification is one year, and it needs to be renewed in time before the expiration, if it is not renewed in time, the qualification will be invalid, which not only affects the current business, but also loses the preferential price of renewing fmc qualification.
If the fmc qualification has expired, the method of replacing it is equivalent to a new one, and it will be charged according to the price of the new one, even if you have done it before, you can't renew it according to the preferential price of the renewal.
We will notify the customer before the expiration of the fmc qualification in time to renew, if not confirm the renewal, our customer service will be confirmed many times, due to the lack of timely renewal not only leads to the price of the replacement, but also affects the current business, the loss of a significant amount of money, all the owners of the freight forwarding must pay attention to.
Review again, fmc process:
The first step to prepare the application materials
OTI Registration FMC registration application form: used to apply for NVOCC registration in the FMC, is a key step to obtain the qualification.
Enterprise business license: provide legal and valid business license to prove the legal business qualification of the enterprise.
Passport of the authorized signatory: to prove the signatory's identity and authorization qualification.
Copy of ID card or scan of passport of other directors or supervisors of the enterprise: to show the legitimacy of the enterprise structure.
Original bill of lading: for filing tariffs and terms of service.
Word version of the terms and conditions on the back of the bill of lading: for filing tariffs and terms of service.
Financial statement of the enterprise: Provide the financial statement of the enterprise in the previous year, including balance sheet and income statement, to prove the financial status of the enterprise.
Step 2 Submit Filing Information
In accordance with the requirements of the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, carefully sort out and prepare all the materials required for FMC filing to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the materials.
Step 3 Apply for Bond
Bond is a guarantee letter issued by the guarantee company recognized by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, which serves to ensure that NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers) strictly comply with the relevant laws and regulations during transportation in the U.S., or else they will face compensation or fines. When applying for a bond, you usually need to provide one month's financial statement, bond application form and other materials to prove that you have the appropriate economic strength and the ability to bear risks.
The fourth step of FMC qualification filing
After successfully obtaining the Bond, submit the FMC qualification filing application to the U.S. maritime authorities and actively cooperate with the approval process. During the approval process, FMC will strictly examine the materials submitted by the enterprise and evaluate whether the enterprise meets the regulations and requirements.
The fifth step is to open the tariff filing system
After obtaining the qualification of FMC, the enterprise needs to open the tariff filing system and complete the registration of tariff information. The tariff filing system is an online platform through which companies report their tariffs and terms of service to the FMC for monitoring and investigation.
Step 6 Apply for SCAC Code
SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) is a four-digit alpha code used to identify NVOCC in the AMS (Automated Manifest System) system. It is used to send AMS autonomously.