Canadian and American companies are looking for low cost shipping to Argentina and ways to understand the Argentinian government restrictions on overseas purchases.
In this guide for shipping to Argentina, we review thing to consider when shipping between Argentina and Canada
Businesses and individuals are searching for a shipping option to Argentina during the Canada Post strike.
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There are a few options for shipping freight between Canada and Argentina
When choosing a shipping method, you will need to consider factors such as the size and weight of your freight, the time frame in which you need it to arrive, and your budget. It may be helpful to compare quotes from different carriers to find the best option for your needs.
Companies can choose between air cargo and sea freight. Cargo that ships via air usually deliver within around 1 week. Ocean cargo averages between 1 to 3 months door to door.
Less than container load - LCL - is a service that shares space in a container with different consignment. It requires and additional transit time to account for loading and de-consolidation.
Full container loads - FCL - can ship either via a 20 or 40 foot container.
Ocean cargo's many surcharges can add significant costs for smaller cargo shipments. Consignments up to around 100 kilograms often have a lower price via air versus ocean.
Canada Post and USPS are the preferred options for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items to Argentina. The USPS and Canada post have similar shipping options to Argentina.
FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in North America and, along with DHL, offer dependable international express services from USA and Canada for delivery to to Argentina.
Fedex and UPS Canada Services to Argentina Include:
Purolator Courier, a subsidiary of Canada Post, offers international parcel delivery from Canada to Argentina via partners, such as UPS.
Note: When picking up the parcel from customs, the citizen must submit a sworn affadavit stating what has been purchased. The statement must be accompanied by a printed receipt and tracking number.
Citizens and businesses wishing to buy more can register as approved importers the the General Import Regime. But even registered importers are limited to the $25 / year limit and subjected to a 50% import fee (including shipping costs).
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Some speculate the restrictions on international parcels flows may also be targeted at the Argentinian postal authority, Correo Argentino. Why, for example, do parcels have to be picked up by the consignee and not delivered to their door? The AFIP themselves suggested that the new rules were a way to trace the transactions.
The government has suggested that they will issue a list of items that will be exempt from the regulations. The AFIP also has mandated that a form used for purchase from foreign suppliers (4550/T) must be completed by individuals whose goods are being transported into Argentina via the postal stream or an approved courier.
Despite increased regulations, e-commerce purchases in Argentina have continued to grow. It is has been estimated that over 1 million Argentinian consumers made international online purchases.
The new regulations prove the impact of international e-commerce on traditional supply chains and sales systems. We expect other countries to feel threatened by e-commerce parcel flows. However, the free flow of parcels is a benefit to the world’s economy and attempts to halt the flow will ultimately prove ineffective as consumers demand the infinite choices and quality of goods available via cross border e-commerce.
Jet Worldwide can you find solutions to most difficult international destinations - including team members with intimate knowledge of Argentina.
Phone manufacturers, including Apple, are moving towards “eSIM*.” Nano-SIM Apple phones can still be purchased from Canada (most iPhone’s purchased in the USA are not available with a nano-SIM).
Arrange for the purchase of a nano SIM iPhone with shipping to Argentina: Contact Jet.
Jet Worldwide makes it easy for companies seeking for spot quotes for economy air shipping between Argentina, USA and Canada.
Goods imported to Canada valued over CA$20 are subject to duty and taxes. Consignments valued under CA$3,300 can be imported via Canada's low value system (LVS).
The popular carrier options for shipping to North America from Argentina include the Argentinian post / Correo Argentino (preferred option for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items), DHL, FedEx and UPS. Get a shipping rate.
FedEx and UPS International Shipping Options from Argentina to Canada include: