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Shipping Options from New Zealand to Canada

New Zealand is an important partner for Canada in areas of trade, governance, education and culture. Trade between Canada and New Zealand totals over $1 billion per year. This guide will help you find the best cheapest option for shipping from New Zealand to Canada.

Canadian product exports to New Zealand includes such items as machinery, fertilizer, wood products and aerospace products. Wine and machinery are the most common products importing to Canada from Zealand.

New Zealand and Canada cooperate closely in trade negotiations and are co-partners in the CPTPP Free trade agreement.

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This Shipping Guide To Canada From New Zealand explores of the main elements of international shipping between Canada and New Zealand:

• Best ways - or modes - of international shipping from New Zealand
• Carrier options for shipping parcels to Canada from New Zealand
• Shipping cargo via sea freight and air cargo
• Shipping terms to consider when shipping to Canada
• New Zealand Export declaration to Canada
• Common import fees to Canada for shipments from New Zealand
• Canadian customs clearance processes
• CBSA Assessment and Revenue Project (CARM)
• CPTPP: duty-free import for New Zealand-origin goods
• Get a shipping quote from New Zealand

Jet Worldwide provides Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and global logistics. Our support includes various services regarding international, Canadian and North American movement of goods. This includes transport, storage, and supply management. Our logistics support builds solutions with your team. We are not beholden to a specific carrier or process.

Disclaimer: The information in this blog is for general information only

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Best Options For Shipping From New Zealand to Canada

There are several shipping options available for sending goods from Canada from New Zealand. The best option for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences, such as the type and size of the goods you are shipping, the speed of delivery you require, and your budget.

Best Way - or Mode - of international shipping from New Zealand

The best method of shipping primarily depends the time sensitivity and size of your cargo. Smaller shipments usually ship via air. Larger cargo shipments can send via air cargo or sea freight.

Shipping international packages from New Zealand to Canada

Shipping to Canada via New Zealand Post

As the national postal service, New Zealand Post is the preferrable option for individuals shipping small parcels to Canada.

For parcels to Canada, New Zealand post offers International Air for economy delivery (for delivery within 2 weeks) and International Courier and International Express Express.

New Zealand Post shipping options to Canada include:

• International air small parcel (under 2 kg.) Delivery to Canada in 2 weeks
• International Courier (up to 30 kg per consignment): Delivery to Canada in 2 weeks
• International Express Courier (up to 30 kg per consignment): Delivery to Canada in 1 week

Parcels shipping via New Zealand Post to Canada import for delivery via the Canada Post.

Shipping from New Zealand to Canada via FedEx and UPS

FedEx and UPS the largest delivery companies in North America. They, along with DHL, provide reliable parcel delivery from New Zealand to Canada.

FedEx and UPS Shipping Options to Canada from New Zealand Include:

• Air priority express shipping from New Zealand to Canada
• International Economy air service from New Zealand

Delivery to Canada from New Zealand via Jet Worldwide

• Jet Worldwide offers options for shipping logistics between New Zealand and Canada for parcels, pallets, and online order.
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Note: Jet Worldwide New Zealand and Jet Worldwide Canada share a wonderful history but are separate companies. Both companies are from the visionary, Peter McPaul, with an absolute commitment to customer support and a caring culture.

Shipping heavier packages and cargo from New Zealand to Canada

Transit times for ocean freight New Zealand to Canada averages between 2-3 months. Air cargo can delivery in around a wekk or sooner. The Major container ports in Canada include Vancouver, Halifax and Montreal. Goods may also trans ship via the USA. Understanding ocean shipping to Canada.

LCL Sea Freight from New Zealand

Less than container load (LCL) is best when shipping one to several pallets from New Zealand to Canada. This mode involves the sharing of container space between different consignments. It is can be cost effective but also requires additional transit time. The loading, scheduling and container de-consolidation can add several weeks to the transit time.

International FCL Sea Freight from New Zealand

Full container load (FCL) is the fastest way to ship via ocean from New Zealand. Choose between either 40 foot or 20 foot container.

Shipping via Air Cargo versus Ocean freight from New Zealand

The minimum surcharges for ocean shipments can make it less effective for smaller cargo consignments. Generally, shipments of less than around 150 kilograms have a cheaper price via air. This is especially true when you consider the door to door costs. The heavier the cargo, the more cost effective shipping ocean can be.

Shipping terms to consider when shipping to Canada

The default option for shipping internationally from Canada is Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU). Common carriers use the term Ex Works (EXW). This assigns all import costs to the Canadian consignee. Shippers from New Zealand can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver. Most carriers offer via a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) option.

Note: Import fees paid the shipper in New Zealand are not recoverable. The Canadian business may otherwise be able to claim payment of taxes on imports.

Useful information: IncoTerms and shipping terms

Export Declaration from New Zealand when shipping to Canada

An export declaration is necessary for goods with a FOB value of NZ$1,000 or more.

Registering as a user of the Customs entry processing system:

• Every individual who wishes to lodge electronic clearances needs to apply and register to do so. Proving to customs that they have the necessary knowledge and expertise.
• An HS code. On New Zealand Customs export entries, the full New Zealand 8 digit tariff code plus the 3 digit NZ statistical code is necessary.

Common Canadian Import Fees for Imports from New Zealand

We get many questions regarding import fee's for shipments from New Zealand to Canada. There are several factors affecting import fees.

Useful information regarding Canadian Import Fees

• Duty applies on the country of origin, value, and commodity. Duty rates to Canada can average 20% for some popular consumer items. Some goods from New Zealand may qualify for preferential duty entry via CPTPP.

Read More: Understanding Import Duty and calculations.

Jet Worldwide works with companies to help understand, estimate and manage their import fees. Fill in form below to consult wiht our team.

Register in Canadian customs CARM System

Importers must both have an import number and register in CARM.

This CBSA portal enables you assign a customs broker and requires a surety bond (or deposit).  How to register for CARM.

Duty and taxes in Canada for shipments from New Zealand

Imports from New Zealand to Canada are subject to Canadian duty and taxes. Most consignments under CAD $20 can be import free of duty and taxes. Cargo via air courier under CAD $3,300 import via the low-value shipment (LVS) processes.

DUTY FREE ≠ TAX FREE: All goods - even if importing duty free - are subject to Canadian taxes ( GST/ HST etc).

Read more about CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)

The Canadian Customs online portal streamlines processes and a useful too for Canadian importers.

Other things to consider when shipping to Canada from New Zealand include:

• Importer of record: The importer of record includes having to obtain an importer number. If to direct to consumers, the consumer can be the importer of record
• Federal and provincial sales taxes (read about Canadian import fees)
• Provincial licenses may be necessary
• Health Canada approvals for such products
• Safe Foods for Canadians Act certifications for some food items
• Tariff classification for all imports (read more about HS Codes)
• Country of Origin for all imports.
• Valuation is an important part of the declaration to the CBSA (read more about valuation).
• Labeling for goods to Canada may require both French and English.
• Certification of origin for duty free import under CPTPP

CPTPP duty-free clearance for imports from New Zealand to Canada

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is a free trade agreement that Canada shares with Zealand. The agreement reduces barriers to trade and provides preferential duty free import between each other.

Read more about the benefits of CPTPP shipping to and from Canada/ New Zealand

Canada’s Most Favour Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable to imports from New Zealand. Duty free preferential import under CPTPP applies to goods that meet the rules of origin.

Goods with proper “proof of origin’ supporting paperwork can export from New Zealand for duty free clearance in Canada.

Proof of Origin: New Zealand CPTPP

The key part of all trade agreements is ensuring the goods qualify under the rules of origin. Just shipping from a qualifying country does not provide duty free status.

Understanding the difference between shipments from New Zealand versus New Zealand origin goods to Canada.

The guidelines for country of origin qualification include:

• Wholly obtain such as commodities
• Production in New Zealand or a CPTPP country entirely from originating materials.

Production in New Zealand or a CPTPP country from non-originating materials. Such that the resulting good satisfies the applicable product-specific rule of origin. The value of the non-originating goods in the product may be dutiable.

Duty-free import for parcels sent from New Zealand to Canada under the CPTPP

Read more: Benefit from Canada's free trade agreements.

• A statement with signature via the importer, exporter or producer. Certifying the goods originate from a CPTPP country.
• This statement is necessary on the commercial invoice. We recommend adding an additional stand alone supporting document.
• The goods must meet the origin rules.

Necessary data for duty-free import to Canada via CPTPP

Benefit of having a certificate of origin to Canada

The country of origin determines if preferential duty free import can be apply. The country of origin is also can support regulatory actions such as quarantine, import quotas,

Read more: Understanding a certificate of origin.

In order to claim the preferential tariff treatment to Canada from New Zealand under CPTPP, a set a data elements for the ‘certification origin’ by the exporter, producer or importer of the goods. It can part of any document (such as the commercial invoice. The minimum data elements include:

1. Indicate the certifier (importer, exporter or producer)
2. Name, address and contact information of the certifier
3. Name, address and contact information of the exporter (if different from the certifier)
4. Name, address and contact information of the producer (if different from the certifier, or exporter)
5. Name, address and contact information of the importer
6. Description and HS Code for the Goods
7. Origin criterion for the goods
8. Blanket period
9. Authorization signature and date

The imported goods must originate and be exported from a CPTPP ratified country.

For full details regarding the minimum data requirements for the certification of origin, please refer to Annex 3-B of the CPTPP agreement.

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