Shipping Options from Bulgaria to Canada: A Complete Guide
Bulgarian exports are booming with more exports shipping to Canada. Canadian and Bulgarian companies are selling into each other's market in sectors that include agriculture equipment, energy and health care technologies. Although not part of the Eurozone, the Bulgarian pegs to the euro. Businesses rely on innovative low cost solutions for shipping Bulgaria to Canada.
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In this blog, we review:
- Shipping cargo: Ocean vs. air
- Carrier options for shipping parcels from Bulgaria to Canada
- Shipping terms to consider to Bulgaria duty paid or unpaid?
- Canadian customs and import for goods to Canada from Bulgaria
- Required registration in CARM
- CETA duty free import to Canada for Bulgarian origin goods
- Fill in form below for rates and logistics support
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Best Options for Shipping Canada from Bulgaria
There are a few options for shipping freight to Canada from Bulgaria. Some options include:
- Air freight: This is the fastest option and economy options
- Ocean freight: Best for shipping large commercial orders
- Local post options are generally best for individuals shipping small packages and personal items to Canada
- FedEX and UPS ground and air options are well known with information readily available via their websites.
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.
Modes of Shipping Bulgaria to Canada
Shipping cargo from Bulgaria to Canada
Companies can choose between air cargo and sea freight. Cargo that ships via air usually deliver within around 1 week. Ocean cargo averages between 2 to 3 months door to door. Read more about shipping ocean freight to Canada.
LCL cargo from Bulgaria
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.
FCL ocean cargo from Bulgaria
Full container loads - FCL - can ship either via a 20 or 40 foot container.
Ocean cargo versus sea freight: Which is cheaper?
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.
Options for Shipping Parcels to Canada
Shipping from Bulgaria to Canada via the Bulgarian Post
The Bulgarian Post is the preferable option for individuals shipping small parcels to Canada. Parcel post options for shipping to Canada from Bulgaria include:
- Shipping to Canada via small packet: Up to 2 kg (priority and economy options)
- Shipping from Bulgaria parcel post: Surface and Air options
Parcels shipping via Bulgarian post import for delivery via Canada Post.
Shipping from Bulgaria to Canada via FedEx, UPS, DHL
FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers and, along with DHL, offer reliable air shipping options from Bulgaria to Canada. Get a Canadian international export and import shipping rate (see form below).
View Video: Best Mode and Carrier Options Bulgaria To Canada
Options for shipping from Bulgaria to Canada via FedEx and UPS Include:
- International air express air shipping from Bulgaria
- International economy air to Canada from Bulgaria
Delivery between the Bulgaria and Canada via Jet Worldwide
Jet Worldwide: International shipping solutions for over 40 years!- Jet Worldwide offers options for shipping between Bulgaria and Canada for parcels, pallets, and online orders.
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Delivery to Bulgaria via Purolator Canada
Purolator Courier, a subsidiary of Canada Post, offers international parcel delivery from Canada to Bulgaria via partners, such as UPS. Purolator is a division of Canada Post.
Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping from Bulgaria to Canada
The default option for shipping internationally to Canada is delivery duty unpaid. Common carriers use the term EXW. All import costs assign to the receiver/ importer. Shippers to Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver. Most carriers offer Delivery Duty Payable by shipper (DDP) options. Understand Incoterms and shipping terms for packages and online orders.
The disadvantage of paying import fees on behalf of the receiver is that the bulk of the import fees are often from federal and provincial sales tax that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.
Common Canadian Import Fees for Imports from Bulgaria
We get many questions regarding import fee's for shipments from Bulgaria to Canada. The factors affecting the fees include duty, tax, entry and disbursement fees. Important Canadian import fees to consider
Importer Registration in CARM
Most importers must register in Canadian customs CARM online portal.
Clearance of consignments from Bulgaria to Canada
Consignments importing from Bulgaria to Canada are subject to duty and taxes. Most imports under CAD $20 can clear customs duty-free and tax-free. Courier shipments under CAD 3 300 import under Courier Low-Value Shipment (CLVS) processes.
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Goods that qualify as being of Bulgarian origin under the Canadian European Free Trade Agreement CETA may benefit from preferential duty free import regardless of value.
- Up to CAD 20 and under: duty- and tax-free
- Duty and taxes apply when importing goods over CAD $20.
Contact Jet’s logistics team to get an estimate of import fees
Import Duty Free To Canada and Bulgaria under CETA Rules of Origin
Bulgaria and other European Union countries benefit from the CETA free trade agreement giving the possibility of duty free clearance.
In general, a product originates from Bulgaria or Canada if it is wholly obtain or a product entirely in the E.U. or Canada. The product being the result of sufficient production or process to meet the agreement's rules of origin.
The origin of agricultural goods and commodities can be clearly understand. Manufacture of goods can be more complex to qualify as a domestic product.
- There is a line between simple assembly that does not transform the nature of the product itself. A product must undergo a sufficient change in tariff classification. A transformation in Canada, Bulgaria or E.U. in order to qualify as originating.
- Another consideration is the value of non origin content as a percentage of its total value.
The specific rules of origin for the CETA are set out in the text of the agreement. Verify compliance with the importer and regulatory authorities prior to shipping.
Benefit form having a certificate of origin to Canada
The country of origin determines if preferential duty free import applies. The country of origin also supports regulatory actions such as quarantine and import quotas.
Read more: Understanding a certificate of origin.
Simpler Origin Statement for Shipping TO Canada from Bulgaria
For imports not exceeding $3,300 to Canada, proof of origin at time of import is not necessary. The importer must maintain records (for example, commercial invoice and B3) for all shipments.
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