Essential Considerations for Shipping from Norway to Canada
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With over 50 significant Norwegian companies operating across Canada, connecting Norway to Canada via low cost delivery is more important than ever. Beyond the traditional industries of Oil and Natural Gas industries and aquaculture, more Norwegian companies are selling online to Canada.
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In this post, we review:
- Common carriers options for shipping Canada from Norway
- Shipping terms from Norway to Canada duty paid or unpaid?
- Norway Canada Free Trade / EFTA agreement
- Canadian import process for goods shipped to Canada from Norway
- Registration with Canada Customs CARM
- Duty free import to Canada for Norway origin goods under EFTA
- Information required for a shipping quote to Norway (see below)
Disclaimer: The information in this blog is for general information only. Producers, shippers, exporters, importers should confirm their processes with their customs brokers, carriers and regulating authorities.
Carrier Options for Shipping To Norway from Canada
Shipping to Canada via Posten
The Norwegian post, Posten, is the preferred option for individuals shipping small parcels to Canada. Shipments sent via Posten Norge are imported and delivered to Canada by Canada post
Posten offers lost cost "letter delivery" for parcels under 2 kg. Shipping small parcels is often referred to as "postal packets"
Maximum dimensions for small packet/ parcels to Canada from Norway
- Length + width + thickness: 90 cm
- Length: 60 cm
- Shipments over maximum or over 2 kg must be sent as a package.
- Minimum dimensions for all mailings are 9 x 14 cm.
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The Norwegian Post offers Parcel post and Express Options
- Posten's parcel shipping option is valid for shipments up to 20 kg
- Posten's "Quick Pack" shipping options provides express delivery within 1 week to Canada
Maximum dimensions: 120 x 60 x 60 cm
Maximum weight: 35 kg per package
Note: Norwegian Customs Service requires an export declaration when the declared value is over 5000 kroner, temporary exports (for example goods being sent for repair) or otherwise being returned.
Delivery Canada from Norway via FedEx or UPS
FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers and , along with DHL, offer a reliable express delivery from from Oslo and all of Norway to Canada.
FedEx and UPS shipping options from Norway to Canada include:
- International express priority service to Canada
- International air economy shipping from Norway to Canada
Delivery between Norway and Canada via Jet Worldwide
Jet Worldwide: A trusted brand offering international shipping for over 40 years!- Jet Worldwide offers options for shipping between Canada and Norway for parcels, pallets, and online orders
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Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Canada
The default option for shipping internationally from Norway is delivery duty unpaid. Common carriers use the term EXW which essentially assigns all import related costs (duty, taxes, and other fees) to the receiver/ importer. Shippers from Norway can choose to pay the import fees (for example for warranty replacement parts shipped to your customer in Canada) on behalf of the receiver via a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) option.
See our blog on 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 the Canadian Federal and Provincial tax that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.
EFTA / Canada Norway Free Trade Agreement
Canada and Norway share a Free Trade Agreement via the European Free Trade Association/ EFTA (of which Norway is a member). Qualifying Norway origin goods can be imported duty free to Switzerland when accompanied by a qualifying origin declaration.
The origin declaration referred to in Articles 16 and 17 of Annex C to the Canada EFT Agreement is set out below:
The exporter of the products covered by this document [customs authorization No ...] declares that, except where otherwise clearly indicated, these products are of Norway /EFTA preferential origin.
- When the origin declaration is completed by an approved exporter within the meaning of Article 17 of Annex C, the exporter's customs authorization number shall be included. A customs authorization number is required only where the exporter is an approved exporter.
- Footnote 2: Norway /EFTA preferential origin" means qualifying as originating under the rules of origin of the Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the States of the European Free Trade Association ( Iceland , Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland ).
- Footnote 3: The place and date of completion of the origin declaration may be indicated elsewhere on the invoice or on another document that describes the originating products and includes the origin declaration.
- Footnote 4: Articles 16 and 17 of Annex C provide certain exceptions to the requirement of the exporter's signature.
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Clearance of consignments from Norway to Canada
Consignments imported from Norway to Canada are subject to duty and taxes. Most imports valued under CAD 20 can be cleared duty-free and tax-free. Shipments under CAD 3 300 can be imported under Courier Low-Value Shipment (CLVS) processes.
Goods that qualify as being of Norwegian origin may benefit from preferential duty free status via the CEFTA (discussed above) regardless of value.
- Up to CAD 20 and under: duty- and tax-free
- Duty and taxes apply when importing goods valued over CAD 20.
Norway origin goods shipped TO Canada
Norwegian and Canadian companies can more easily take advantage of duty free clearance via simplified import processes to Canada.
Proof of origin requirements under Canada's free trade agreements
The value for duty amount for all of Canada's free trade agreements (including CEFTA) for which the proof of origin / certificate of origin is waived was changed to $3,300 CAD in July 2020. This change was made to harmonize the regulations with the new NAFTA/ CUSMA.
For imports not exceeding $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.
Canadian customs assessment and revenue management (CARM)
The CARM system facilitates payment of duty and taxesl Registration is necessary for most importers.
Using this CBSA portal importers assign a customers broker and requires a surety bond (or deposit). Learn more about CARM.
Get a Quote for Shipping Economy Air between Norway and Canada
Jet Worldwide makes it easy for companies seeking for spot quotes for economy air shipping between Norway and Canada. Contact Jet's logistics 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 :).
Understanding key concepts for shipping TO Canada
Note: This information is provided only for general information purposes.
