A Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) is a carrier that does not own a vessel but is engaged in the transportation of goods by sea. Since they do not own vessels, they cannot file their vessels directly with the maritime authorities. However, NVOCCs, as carriers, have the same responsibilities and obligations under the contract of carriage as carriers that own vessels. In order to ensure the legitimacy and transparency of NVOCCs, China's maritime authorities require NVOCCs to file with designated places.
The NVOCC filing system in China means that in order to meet the country's regulatory requirements for the maritime transportation industry, NVOCCs need to submit relevant materials to the maritime authorities for filing. NVOCC filingThe main purpose is to ensure the legitimacy and transparency of NVOCCs, protect the rights and interests of cargo owners, and facilitate the country's regulation of the maritime transportation industry.
NVOCC filing process
NVOCCs are required to submit the following application materials to the maritime authorities:NVOCC filingApplication form, business license of the company (NVOCC business is required), copy of legal person ID card, etc., these materials need to be stamped with the company's official seal. In most areas, the process is relatively simple, and some require the Ministry of Communications to conduct on-site review or on-site submission of materials, which is more complicated. After the materials are submitted, the transportation department will review the materials submitted by the NVOCC, and you can receive the filing receipt after the review, which is a valid document to prove that the NVOCC has the qualifications to engage in maritime cargo transportation, and then you can engage in maritime transportation business.
Precautions
1) NVOCCs should file before carrying out maritime cargo transportation business to ensure legal operations;
2) All materials submitted must be true and valid, if false materials are found, they will face administrative penalties such as fines;
3) NVOCCs shall comply with relevant national laws and regulations and the regulations of the maritime authorities.
With the continuous development of China's maritime transportation market, the regulation of NVOCCs will be more stringent in the future. Therefore, NVOCCs should strengthen their own management, comply with national laws and regulations, and ensure legal and compliant operations. For not yet handledNVOCC filingThe shipping **, freight forwarding, etc., should also be filed as soon as possible.
NVOCC qualification filing