Explore Low-Cost Shipping Options from Arizona to Canada with Jet Worldwide
Provisions of the updated USMCA / CUSMA agreement make shipping to Canada more accessible than ever before. At Jet Worldwide, we enable Arizona companies to seamlessly 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 review shipping via the postal service, ground, air courier, and trucking. We explore the benefits of the USMCA/CUSMA agreement to help you build effective strategies for growing your cross-border business.
Core Focus Areas:
- Reviewing 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.
- Strategies for managing returns from Canadian e-commerce orders.
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 imports under the CUSMA FREE TRADE agreement.
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?
Shipments from Arizona to Canada are subject to import duty and taxes. However, goods may qualify for duty-free import if the value is less than $150 CAD (around $110 USD). If the items qualify as being US origin under CUSMA, they can qualify for preferential duty-free import.
Read more about Canadian import fees.
Are shipments from Arizona imported to Canada Duty-Free?
Merely shipping 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 qualify as USA origin under USMCA. All shipments over $40 CAD are subject to sales tax even if they are otherwise duty-free.
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Best Carrier Options for Shipping to Canada from Arizona
Before deciding on a carrier, first determine the best mode of shipping. Postal, Ground Courier, Air Courier, Truck, Rail
Shipping via USPS to Canada
USPS is the best option for casual shippers, sending gifts and the occasional online order you may receive from Canada.
Shipping via FedEx and UPS Ground to Canada
Ground courier shipments are cost effective for heavier packages and when a fast transit is not needed. Transit times from Arizona to Canada vary but average around 1 week. Ground shipping does not include customs entry preparation fee.
Shipping via FedEx, UPS, DHL express
FedEx and UPS are well known options. Transit times average between 1-4 business days. Contact our team for our lowest spot quote for shipments over 10 kilograms and for commercial shipping rates
Trucking to Canada from Arizona
Both less than truck load and full truck load are the best option for palletized freight. Contact our team for rates.
Canadian Customs Clearance for USA origin Goods
All goods importing to Canada from the United States must clear customs. Canadian customs processes are very similar to the United States and adhere to World Trade Organization or WTO principles. This includes similar tariff classification (or HS codes), declared value, and country of origin. The country of origin is particularly important if you wish to take advantage of the CUSMA free trade agreement.
Becoming a non-resident importer
American companies can register to become a nonresident importer or NRI. Essentially, you can act as your own distributor to Canada without involving a middleman. By becoming a nonresident importer, you can ship to your Canadian customers without having to involve them in clearance formalities. Read more about becoming a Canadian nonresident importer.
How to Manage Returns from Canada to Arizona
Jet Worldwide can provide your company a Canadian address to where your returns can ship to. This includes Amazon removal orders. Your returns can then be consolidated and shipped via ground carrier or trucking back to Arizona contact our team for details.
Managing Canadian Returns for Online Orders from Arizona
The challenge with Canadian returns is often the low volume. We address this issue by offering low cost warehousing and processes. In short, we don't overthink it.
Read more about solutions for your Canadian removal orders, including 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 truckload, a 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) from Arizona to Canada?
Electronic Export Information (EEI) forms are generally 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 for a third country.
Canadian Customs Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)
The CBSA CARM portal requires importers to assign a customs broker and submit a surety bond or deposit. Learn more about CARM.
USMCA / CUSMA: Free Trade for Goods from Arizona to Canada
Note: The one North American Free Trade Agreement between the United States. Canada, and Mexico is alternatively referred to as USMCA, CUSMA, T-Mec -respectively. One agreement three names. The CUSMA facilitates the movement, release, and clearance of goods via a simplified framework and standardized customs procedures. Trade facilitation includes fewer clearance formalities for express shipments valued under CA$3,300 to Canada.
READ MORE: Understanding a Certificate of Origin and When it is Needed
Duty-Free to Canada Packages from Arizona
For low-value shipments (under CAD $3,300 to Canada), a certifying statement can be added to the commercial invoice or any shipping document.
The key provisions of CUSMA USMCA parcel shipping include:
- Default duty-free and tax-free threshold to Canada is CA$20.
- Duty-free and tax-free entry for most US parcels shipped via courier valued under CA$40.
- Duty-free entry for most US parcels shipped via courier valued under CA$150.
- Simplified Certification of Origin for shipments shipped via courier valued under CA$3,300.
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, keeping in mind the need for customs entry preparation.
- Ask Jet Worldwide for a courier quote to Canada, which includes entry preparation.
- Get an LTL or full truckload quote from Jet Worldwide.
Importing Parcels from Arizona to Canada via Canada Post
Dutiable and taxable items mailed to Canada are subject to a handling fee of around CA$10 per 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 if they are not otherwise restricted and are valued under CA$60. To qualify as tax-exempt, the gift must be sent to the recipient personally and include a card or notice indicating that it is a gift. Advertising material and alcohol cannot be cleared as tax-exempt gifts.
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 so you can serve your Canadian customers better with direct access.
