Explore Low-cost Shipping Options from Arizona to Canada with Jet Worldwide
Provisions of the "new NAFTA" / USMCA/ CUSMA agreement makes shipping to Canada more accessible. At Jet Worldwide, we enable companies to connect with Canadian suppliers and customers. Build a comprehensive shipping solution that maximizes your cross-border opportunities.
Key Elements to Consider for Shipping from Arizona to Canada
In this guide, we reviewshipping via the post, ground, air courier, and trucking. We explore the benefits of the USMCA/CUSMA agreement. All in a way to help you build effective strategies for growing your cross border business.
Customs Clearance and Duty Considerations
Learn about duties and taxes that apply to shipments from Arizona to Canada. Explore duty-free thresholds and preferential duty-free import under the USMCA agreement.
Key Elements to Consider for Shipping from Arizona to Canada:
- Review shipping via the post, ground, air courier and trucking
- Understanding USMCA/CUSMA benefits
- Evaluating carrier options for shipping to Canada
- Managing Canadian Amazon removal orders returned to Arizona
- Becoming a non-resident importer to Canada
- Registering in CBSA CARM
- Overview of Canadian customs clearance processes and costs
- Strategies for managing returns from Canadian online/e-commerce orders
How to obtain a shipping quote from Arizona to Canada
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What is the Cheapest way to send a package from Arizona to Canada?
The cheapest way for individuals to send small packages and personal items to Canada is usually via the US Postal Service (USPS). FedEx and UPS ground are good options for heavier shipments but do not include customs entry preparation.
Do duty and taxes apply in Canada for shipments from Arizona USA?
Shipments from Arizona, USA to Canada are subject to import duty and taxes. The goods my qualify for duty fee import if the value is less than $150 CAD (around $110 USD). If the items qualify as being US origin under USMCA, they can qualify for preferential duty free import.
Read more about Canadian import fees.
Are shipments from Arizona imported to Canada Duty Free?
Goods imported from the USA generally are subject to import duty and taxes. Just being shipped from the USA does not automatically grant duty free import to Canada.They may benefit from duty free status if they are low value or quality of USA origin under USMCA. All shipments over $40 CAD are subject to sales tax even if otherwise duty free.
How can I manage returns from Canada to Arizona
If the value of the return is less than $800 USD, the goods can be returned simply via section 321 import processes.
Managing Canadian Returns for online Orders from Arizona/ USA
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Contact our team (fill in form below) to develop solutions for Canadian returns of online orders.
Read more about a solution for your Canadian removal orders. A Canadian address, consolidation and shipping back to the USA via low cost ground.
Consolidate shipments to Canada and Cross Border Ship from Arizona
Companies can consolidate their orders via a single customs entry by becoming a non-resident importer. The process involves shipping via LTL or full truck load, single clearance in Canada followed by domestic distribution.
Read more about valuation for non-resident imports to Canada.
Do I need to file an export declaration /EEI Arizona to Canada?
Electronic Export Information (EEI)
EEI’s are not required for most shipments destined to Canada via exception code 30.36.The exemption does not apply for shipments otherwise requiring an export permit or ultimately destined to a third country.
Canadian customs assessment and revenue management (CARM)
CBSA 's CARM portal requires importers to assign a customers broker and submission of a surety bond (or deposit). Learn more about CARM.
How can I get lower shipping costs to Canada from Arizona?
- Use a shipping cost calculator to compare rates from different carriers.
- Ship smaller packages to reduce the volume weight. Read about chargeable weight.
- If you are shipping a large volume of packages, you may be able to negotiate a discounted rate directly with the major carriers.
- Consider using a third-party shipping service that can provide both savings and - more important - logistics support.
USMCA/ CUSMA: Free Trade for goods from Arizona to Canada
The CUSMA facilitates the movement, release and clearance of good via a simplified framework and standardized customs procedures. Trade facilitations includes fewer clearance formalities for “express shipments” valued under CA$3,000 (to Canada).
READ MORE: UNDERSTANDING A CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN AND WHEN IT IS NEEDED
Check out the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) page that describes the new requirements for more information and an example of a valid CUSMA certification of origin.
Duty Free to Canada packages from Arizona
For low value shipments (under CAD $3,300 to Canada) a certifying statement added to the commercial invoice or any shipping document
READ MORE: UNDERSTANDING IMPORT DUTY AND HOW IT IS CALCULATED
The key provisions of CUSMA USMCA (i.e. new NAFTA) parcel shipping include:
- Default duty free / tax free threshold to Canada is CA$20.
- Duty free and tax free entry for most US parcels shipped courier valued under CA$40
- Duty free entry for most US parcels shipped courier valued under CA$150
- Simplified "Certification of Origin" for shipments shipped courier valued under CA$3,300
Arizona companies becoming a Canadian Importer or Record
Canada’s non-resident importer program enables United States exporters to obtain a business number and act as the “importer of record.” Being able to act as the importer of record removes the burden of customs clearance from the Canadian customer and can facilitates the sale. Read more about valuation for non-resident importers to Canada.
Shipping Tips for Sending Packages from Arizona to Canada
- Utilize the US Postal Service (USPS) for small packages and personal items
- Consider FedEx and UPS ground for heavier shipments (keep in mind need for customs entry preparation)
- Ask Jet Worldwide for a courier quote to Canada (includes entry preparation).
- Get an LTL or full truck load quote fro Jet Worldwide
Read more: Common Canadian Import Fees
Importing parcels from Arizona to Canada via Canada Post
Dutiable and taxable items mailed to Canada are subject to a handling fee of CA$9.95 per dutiable or taxable parcel. Canada Post collects the fees on behalf of the CBSA and accepts payment online,
Sending Gifts from Arizona to Quebec and Canada via USPS
Gifts between individuals can be considered duty and tax exempt, not otherwise restricted and valued under CA$60. To qualify as tax exempt, the gift must be sent to the recipient personally and include a card or other notice indicating that it is a gift. Advertising material and alcohol cannot be cleared as tax exempt gifts.
Canadian storage and distribution
For information on Canadian warehouse solutions, contact our parcel logistics team
Sending e-commerce parcels and returns from Arizona to Canada
Canada is the largest international market for most US based e-commerce merchants. Jet Worldwide provides zone jumping services. Serve your Canadian customers better with direct accesss.
