Trade between Colombia and Canada continue to grow thanks The Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Colombia's diversified economy. Canadian companies are investing in goods and services to Colombia and depend on reliable low cost parcel delivery.
In this blog, we review things to consider when shipping between Canada and Colombia
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No matter which delivery method to Colombia you choose, the information below is helpful to ensure your parcel transits through customs without delay or unexpected costs. Include as many details as possible on the invoice for customs.
Importing goods to Colombia for goods shipped from Canada
Tip for Sending to Colombia:
Shipping Colombia from Canada
The lowest cost shipping option from Canada for delivery to Bogota, Medellin and Cali is via Canada Post. Canada post is the preferred option for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items to Colombia.
Canada Post delivery options to Colombia include:
FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers and offer. along with DHL, reliable express delivery from Canada to Colombia.
FedEx and UPS Shipping Colombia from Canada services include:
Jet Worldwide is a trusted brand that has been providing international shipping solutions for over 40 years.
Jet Worldwide provides import and last mile delivery solutions to Colombia and logistics solutions to South America and the Caribbean.
Purolator is a leading courier service in Canada and provides international delivery via their partners such as UPS.
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable for good traded between Colombia and Canada. Goods that meet the rules of origin can benefit from preferential duty free import. The MFN tariff rates of Canada and Colombia apply to goods that do not meet the rules of origin (non-originating goods) under the Canada Colombia Free Trade Agreement.
Read more about Canada's free trade agreements.
Goods originating in Canada may qualify for duty free import under the rules of the Colombian - Canadian Free Trade Agreement. Canadian parcels seeking duty free import must be accompanied by a certificate of origin and other supporting documents.
The standard rate of tax (value added tax) for goods imported to Colombia is 16% and is applied to all goods - even those qualifying for duty free entry.
NOTE: When sending to Colombia, we recommend getting approval of the receiver - who will be the actual importer - to ensure the necessary paperwork is included. Jet Worldwide can arrange to have the duty and taxes paid in Canada via our Delivery Duty Paid Service.
The common carrier shipping options from Colombia include the Colombian postal carrier 4-72, as well as FedEx, UPS, DHL Jet
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).
Colombian origin goods may qualify for preferential duty free entry under Canada- Colombian free trade agreement.
The value for duty amount for all of Canada's free trade agreements (including the Colombian Canadian Free Trade Agreement) for which the proof of origin / certificate of origin is waived is up to CAD 3,300.
For imports not exceeding CAD 3,300 to Canada, the requirement for proof of origin is waived. The requirement on the importer to maintain records (for example, commercial invoice and B3) applies even if the CBSA does not require a certification of origin or if a requirement for a certification of origin has been waived.
Read about Certification of Origin and when it is needed.
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between Colombia -USA 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 :).