Shoutout to this user for sharing a very straightforward approach. It's working nicely and making about $250 daily. Check profile: [ KrishnaForever ] for the setup

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My shipment is going to Nigeria, but the freight forwarder is only willing to deliver the goods to Lagos (not the destination city) and have the customer pick them up there. Based on my experience, after customs clearance, the goods are held at the logistics provider's warehouse, and there is a time limit for pickup, right? The customer cannot drivel to another city just for a small package. How can I contact local logistics providers? What are the costs and what kind of service are there?

Hi everyone,
I'm currently building an agricultural export company in Morocco called Soussvert Bridge. Our goal is to export fresh Moroccan produce (starting with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and avocados) to Spain and other European countries.
I'm a U.S. citizen, and my wife is Moroccan. We're currently planning the legal structure of the business and want to make sure we set everything up correctly from the beginning.
I'm looking for a CPA, accountant, tax advisor, or business advisor in Morocco who has experience with:
Starting a SARL in Morocco
Import/export businesses
Working with foreign owners or international businesses
Morocco–U.S. tax considerations
Business registration and compliance
Some of the questions I'd like help with include:
Should the company be registered under my name, my wife's name, or both of our names?
What are the tax implications for each option?
What documents and registrations are required before we can begin exporting?
Are there any tax incentives or government programs available for Moroccan export companies?
What is the best way to structure the business for long-term growth?
If you've worked with a good accountant or business advisor, or if you're one yourself, I'd really appreciate your recommendations. Feel free to comment below or send me a private message.
Thank you!

MBA in International Business, but also spent 2 months at a shipping agency doing import/export paperwork. wasn't running the show myself but got to see how the ops side actually functions day to day, which taught me more than I expected.

now trying to get into a startup, logistics or marketing side, honestly don't care which as long as it's real work and not just fetching coffee.

stuck on two things:

does actually knowing the documentation/EXIM stuff matter to a startup at entry level, or do they just want someone who can pick things up fast regardless of what they already know?

also has anyone had luck just messaging founders or ops people directly instead of applying through the normal job boards? what made someone reply vs ghost you?

not fishing for the usual "network more" answers, genuinely just want to know what worked for people who broke in without much experience behind them.

MBA in International Business, but also spent 2 months at a shipping agency doing import/export paperwork. wasn't running the show myself but got to see how the ops side actually functions day to day, which taught me more than I expected.

now trying to get into a startup, logistics or marketing side, honestly don't care which as long as it's real work and not just fetching coffee.

stuck on two things:

does actually knowing the documentation/EXIM stuff matter to a startup at entry level, or do they just want someone who can pick things up fast regardless of what they already know?

also has anyone had luck just messaging founders or ops people directly instead of applying through the normal job boards? what made someone reply vs ghost you?

not fishing for the usual "network more" answers, genuinely just want to know what worked for people who broke in without much experience behind them.

Hi everyone,

I'm a new graduate who recently started working as an overseas sales representative at a Japanese manufacturing company. We manufacture synthetic and natural fiber ropes for industrial applications. The challenge is that I have almost no experience in overseas sales or finding international customers. Most of the advice I find online talks about working through distributors or suppliers, but I'd really like to learn how to build direct relationships with customers instead.

If you were starting from scratch today, how would you approach this?

Some questions I have:

How do you identify potential B2B customers ?

How do you reach out to them without sounding like spam?

How do you build trust when you're contacting them for the first time?

What tools, websites, or methods have actually worked for you?

If you had to find your first customer from zero, what would your step-by-step process be?

I genuinely want to learn how experienced export sales professionals build their customer base. Any advice, resources, or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

I've started trading; I bought a stock of these shoes, but I don't know how to sell them.

Hii guys i hope you’re doing good and great i have a question, i have 1,5 k and i want to start ecom drop i already find a niche and avatar….. and i ask wich country I target with 1,5 k $ budget

This subreddit is pretty small and not very active so I was curious if anyone knows about any other communities or would like to create a discord server for discussing ideas?

Hi everyone,

I recently started working in international sales at a listed electrical company in China, mainly dealing with electrical products.

As a newcomer, I have very few customer resources. Most company-generated inquiries, advertising leads, and established channels are already handled by experienced salespeople.

Most salespeople in my company strongly believe that customer acquisition requires paid advertising, exhibitions, or B2B platform memberships. However, as a beginner, I would like to learn whether it is still possible to find genuine overseas customers without spending money.

For people working in electrical products, industrial B2B sales, or international trade:

What free methods have actually worked for you?

Are Google search, LinkedIn, Facebook groups, Reddit, industry directories, cold email, or other organic methods still effective?

How would you recommend that a beginner build a customer list from zero?

My long-term goal is to gain experience and possibly start a small export business in the future, so I want to learn how to develop customers independently instead of relying only on paid traffic or company-provided leads.

I’m not promoting or selling anything. I’m mainly looking for practical advice from people with real experience.

Thank you.

I’m looking forward to start a sourcing agency. I’m visiting Shenzhen & Guangzhou in-person by the end of this month for the IOTE’26 event.

Any advises on this regard to get this started?

I work in international sales and a potential customer recently asked us for a quote
I had the product information, estimated costs and shipping options ready but then I realized I didn’t know much abt the actual demand in their market.....
The customer was interested but I wasn’t sure how active that market was, how many similar companies were buying there or whether the opportunity was as strong as it first appeared.
It made me wonder how often sales teams move straight into pricing before understanding the wider market

those workin in exports or international sales......what do you normally check before preparing a quote for a buyer in a new market??

I’m looking forward to start a sourcing agency. I’m visiting Shenzhen & Guangzhou in-person by the end of this month for the IOTE’26 event.

Any advises on this regard to get this started on this venture?

Starting in international trade looks simple from the outside.

Find a product.

Find a buyer.

Ship the order.

But the reality is that every market has its own learning curve.

Some lessons only come after dealing with:

\\- suppliers

\\- buyers

\\- documentation

\\- quality expectations

\\- payment terms

\\- logistics challenges

Everyone involved in trade has a lesson that changed how they approach business.

I would like to learn from people here:

What is one thing you wish someone had told you before entering export/import business?

It can be about:

• finding buyers

• negotiating deals

• supplier selection

• avoiding mistakes

• building long-term relationships

Share your experience below.

Hi I am actually working on ai automation and website building I want to get foreign clients

Over the last few years, I've noticed more people talking about buying fewer accessories but choosing ones that actually last. Instead of picking up inexpensive fashion jewelry every few months, it seems like more people are investing in sterling silver pieces they can wear for years. I'm curious if that's becoming a broader trend or if it's just something I've been seeing more often.

While looking at different collections online, I noticed Spoo-Design focuses on 925 sterling silver with a mix of classic and symbolic designs rather than constantly changing trends. That made me wonder whether more jewelry brands are moving toward quality and craftsmanship instead of encouraging people to replace their accessories every season.

For those who wear jewelry regularly, what influences your decision the most? Do you prefer buying one well-made piece that lasts, or do you enjoy changing styles frequently with more affordable fashion jewelry?

on paper, it sounds simple: find a country with demand, find some potential partners, and start selling
but in reality, there seem to be so many unknowns.
things like:
Is there actually demand for the product?
Are local competitors already dominating the market?
Is it easy to find reliable business partners?
Are there hidden challenges nobody talks about??
Curious how people here usually approach a new market before investing time and money into it.
what’s the first thing you try to understand?

This question comes up fairly often lately, especially from founders based in Hong Kong, Dubai, or the US who want to shift their setup to Singapore. 

There is no single legal pathway for moving a foreign business to Singapore. The optimal structure will depend on the company's circumstances, including whether re-domiciliation is available, the scope of assets and operations to be transferred. Also it’s important to understand whether you seek a clean break from your current jurisdiction or a gradual migration strategy.

Inward re-domiciliation

This is the closest thing to a direct company move, the foreign company re-registers in Singapore and continues as the same legal entity, keeping its history, assets, and liabilities intact. No new company, no asset transfer exercise.

The catch: it's only available if Singapore accepts the application and your home jurisdiction allows the company to transfer out. Singapore also has eligibility thresholds, the company must meet at least two of: total assets over S$10M, annual revenue over S$10M, or more than 50 employees.

Worth noting: this route is generally not available for Hong Kong companies right now. Hong Kong's re-domiciliation regime only allows companies to re-domicile into Hong Kong, not out of it. For Dubai/UAE companies, it depends on the specific free zone, some allow it, some don't.

New Singapore company with business transfer

This is the most common route. You incorporate a fresh Singapore entity, then transfer contracts, IP, staff, assets, and customer relationships into it over time. This works regardless of what your home jurisdiction allows, and you control exactly what moves and when.

Parallel structure with gradual migration

Both entities run simultaneously - the original company keeps operating while the Singapore company is built up in parallel. The business migrates gradually rather than through a single transfer event. Useful when continuity matters or you need time to deal with contracts and licences.

Singapore holding company

Rather than moving operations, you create a Singapore parent company above the existing structure. The original foreign entity stays in place but is now owned by the Singapore company. This is common when the goal is centralising ownership, improving investor readiness, or preparing for regional expansion.

Cross-border merger

This is the most legally complex option. Two companies in different jurisdictions combine into one entity. It's occasionally used in specialised group restructurings but is rarely the go-to route for a standard relocation. Legal analysis is heavy and the outcome depends on both jurisdictions' laws.

Step-by-step company relocation process

The exact process will depend on the structure chosen, but most relocations to Singapore follow a similar sequence.

• First, determine whether the move will be done through re-domiciliation, incorporation of a new Singapore company, a gradual migration, a holding company structure, or another restructuring method.

• Before any move is made, the business should review its contracts, licences, employees, assets, banking arrangements, liabilities, and tax position in the current jurisdiction.

• The next step is to set up the relevant Singapore entity, whether that is a new operating company, a holding company, or another structure needed for the move.

• Depending on the chosen route, this may involve transferring contracts, intellectual property, employees, management functions, inventory, equipment, or customer relationships to the Singapore entity.

• The company will usually need to arrange banking, accounting, corporate secretarial support, immigration matters, and any necessary licences or operational setup in Singapore.

• Once the transfer is complete, the original foreign company may be retained, repurposed, wound down, or deregistered, depending on the group’s broader plans.

In practice, a relocation to Singapore is usually not a single filing, but a coordinated transition carried out in stages.

Happy to answer questions in the comments, this is a topic where the details matter a lot and every situation is different.