Montreal has been described as a crossroads between Paris and New York. France and Quebec share a strong economic connection that depends on low cost delivery to France. See section below on shipping online orders direct to France from Canada
A few quick points to consider when shipping international between Canada and France
This post provides a deeper dive and explores of the main elements of international shipping between Canada and France:
Jet Worldwide Canada offers low cost economy parcel shipping from Montreal for delivery to France for larger parcels.
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For shipments under 2 kg, Canada Post's "small packet" is the lowest option to France. Shipments sent via Canada Post are imported and delivered by the French Postal Service, La Poste
FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers and they - along with DHL - offer shipping from Montreal and all Canada to Paris, Lyon, Marseille and all France.
FedEx and UPS shipping France from Canada options, include:
French customs participates in general WTO principles using the harmonized system for determining applicable duty rates. The rates are based on the "CIF" value (cost of the goods + insurance + freight). Goods under 150 euros can be imported duty free but all goods are subject to French Value Added Tax.
French value added tax - in many cases- must be paid at time of checkout via Shopify, eBay and other online platforms.
Read about duty free import and duty collection for online orders to European Union countries.
The Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) creates great opportunity for duty free shipping to France. Customs duties have been eliminated for all imports (although some, such as agricultural and textile products will remain restricted). NOTE: Even duty free items are subject to tax (VAT) of 20%.
The good news for Canadians shipping to France is that no certificate of origin for preferential CETA duty free clearance is required. A simple statement on the invoice for customs (see below) is all that is needed.
Canadian and American shippers are more often seeking warehousing and distribution within the EU - as the UK will leave the EU. Contact our team for information on shipping, warehousing and storing items in France for French and euro-domestic distribution.
Personal effects to France are eligible for clearance free of duty and taxes. The requirements of personal effects include:
Shipping of excess baggage to France: Generally, it is simpler and easier to ship your personal effects as excess baggage when you travel. Carrier excess baggage fees for a couple of bags are most often far less expensive than shipping separately without having to manage the entry requirements (discussed above).
Shipping a box or several boxes: Jet Worldwide provides solutions shipping of international personal effects Spain from Canada via economy air. Get a shipping quote France from Canada via Jet.
Shipping a household/ container level: For shipping a full household, it is best to contact a moving specialists to arrange for packing and ocean transport.
With an affinity for Canadian products, France’s online market is one of the world’s largest. Now more than ever, Canadian companies are looking for direct shipping, last-mile delivery, and clearance solutions for their shipping of e-commerce orders to France and the EU.
As mentioned above, VAT collection should be prepaid at time of checkout via online platforms.
Here are a few things to consider when developing high-volume shipping solutions from Quebec and Canada to France and the EU:
CETA duty free shipping France from France: Proof of Origin - POO
Preferential treatment is based on a declaration and not on a formal certificate of origin. The origin declaration can be on an invoice or any other commercial document that accurately describes the goods.
Here is a sample POO statement:
(Period: from___________ to __________)
The exporter of the products covered by this document (Customs authorization No…*) declares that, except where otherwise clearly indicated, these products are of ... preferential origin.
……………………………………………………………............................................. (Place and date)
……………………………………………………………............................................. (Signature and printed name of the exporter)
The common carrier options for shipping Canada from France include La Poste(preferred option for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items), DHL, FedEx and UPS.
FedEx and UPS Shipping Services to Canada from France Include:
Importing Goods to Canada Shipped from ____
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).
French origin goods may qualify for preferential duty free entry under Canada EU free trade agreement (CETA) regardless of value.
Common import fees for consignments shipped via air to Canada can include duty, tax, and disbursement fees.
Getting quote for shipping between France and Canada
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between France and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders. Contact our team: For a quote for shipping online orders, provide details including shipping volume, item(s) being shipped, average value and weight of each parcel. The more details the better :).
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