Canada and Vietnam maintain strong economic and cultural relations. Vietnam’s growing economy represents a great opportunity for both countries. Having secure delivery is important when shipping to Canada from Vietnam.
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This Shipping Guide between Vietnam and Canada explores of the main elements of international shipping between Vietnam and Canada
- Common carrier shipping options for shipping Canada from Vietnam
- International shipping air vs ocean from Vietnam
- Shipping Terms to consider including delivery duty paid
- Import process for consignments to Canada
- Common Canadian import fees for goods from Vietnam
- CBSA Assessment and Revenue online portal (CARM)
- CPTPP and duty free import for Vietnam origin goods
- Information necessary for a shipping quote between Canada and Vietnam
Disclaimer: The information in this blog is for general information only.
Useful Video: Fundamental concepts shipping Vietnam to Canada
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What does it cost to ship from Vietnam to Canada?
The cost to ship from Vietnam to Canada depends on the weight and dimensions of your shipment, shipping service, carrier, and level of discount.
How long does it take to ship to Canada from Vietnam?
Several factors affect the transit time to Canada. The fastest option is via air courier with delivery usually within a week. Goods via sea freight shipping options generally take around 2 months door to door. Transit times can be faster but freight shipments are often subject to delays.
Tips for Reducing Shipping Costs to Canada from Vietnam
The first option is to consider the major modes of shipping: Vietnam post, air courier and sea freight.
- When shipping sea freight, book as far you can in advance. Shipping by sea from Vietnam is cost-effective. However,long transit times demands more planning.
- Reduce package size to lower chargeable weight. This is especially important for air freight.
- Consider shipping via off-peak times.
- Know your HS Codes and country of origin. Import fees can have a significant impact on total costs. Minimize the import costs via correct classification, valuation and taking advantage of CPTPP.
What is the cheapest way to ship a package Vietnam to Canada?
The cheapest way to ship a small package and personal items from Vietnam is via the Vietnam Post. The post is usually the best option for individuals sending to Canada.
Can goods from Vietnam clear duty free to Canada?
Goods that qualify as Vietnam origin can benefit from duty free import. Goods must be a product of Vietnam and ship with a certification of origin.
Shipping Air versus Ocean from Vietnam to Canada
The best shipping option to Canada from Vietnam depends on several factors. In general, the lowest cost for small personal packages via the local post. For heavier shipments, economy air freight is often the best option. And less than container load is best with shipping pallet freight and large commercial orders.
Useful information: Things to know about Ocean Shipping To and From Canada.
Best Options for Shipping from Vietnam to Canada
There are several shipping options available for sending goods to Canada from Vietnam. The best depends on the size and weight of the shipments. Other considerations are the necessary the delivery speed and nature of goods.
Shipping to Canada via Vietnam Post / VNPost
VNPost offers parcel post shipping from Vietnam to Canada. VNPost shipments from Vietnam import and deliver via Canada Post. VNPost's "Small Bag service" offers the lowest cost for sending parcels up to 2 kg. Heavier parcel post shipments from Vietnam to Canada can be expensive with a low level of customer support and tracking.
VNPost is a popular option for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items to Canada.
Shipping Parcels from Vietnam to Canada via FedEx and UPS
FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers and, along with DHL, offer express delivery from Vietnam to the USA and Canada.
FedEx and UPS shipping options Canada from Vietnam include:
- International express priority to Canada
- international economy air Canada from Vietnam.
Useful short video (~3 min): Best shipping options to Canada from Vietnam
Shipping parcels between Vietnam and Canada via Jet Worldwide
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Shipping Cargo from Vietnam
Shipping to Canada via sea freight
Shipping cargo from Vietnam 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 1 to 3 months door to door.
LCL cargo from Vietnam
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 Vietnam
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.
Duty and taxes in Canada for shipments from Vietnam
Consignments from Vietnam to Canada are subject to Canadian duty and taxes. Most goods under $20 CAD can import free of duty and taxes. Consignments under $3,300 CAD from Vietnam import via Canadian customs low value shipment / LVS express clearance processes. Carriers charge a disbursement fee that usually averages around $20 CAD. Useful information: Common Canadian Import Fees.
- Up to CA$20 and under: duty and tax free.
- Duty and taxes apply when importing goods over CA$20.
Contact Jet’s logistics team to get an estimate of your import fees via our service.
Registration in Canadian Customs CARM online portal is necessary for all Canadian importers
Read more about CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)
Other things to consider when shipping to Canada from Vietnam 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
- Provincial licenses may be necessary
- Health Canada approvals
- Safe Foods for Canadians Act certifications for some food items
- Federal and provincial sales taxes (read about Canadian import fees)
- Tariff classification for all imports (read more about HS Codes)
- Country of Origin declaration 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 via CPTPP
For shippers who want to pay Canadian duty and taxes on behalf of the receiver
Jet Worldwide can arrange to pay the duty and taxes on behalf of the Canadian importer via our Delivery Duty Paid Service. Often, when Vietnam companies ship to buyers in Canada, they do not want their buyer or potential customer to pay import fees. (See note below on shipping terms)
CPTPP Duty free clearance of goods from Vietnam to Canada
CPTPP is a free trade agreement that Canada shares with Vietnam. The agreement reduces barriers to trade and provides duty free import.
Read more about the benefits of CPTPP shipping to and from Canada
Canada’s Most Favour Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable to imports from Vietnam. Duty free preferential import under CPTPP apply to goods to Canada that meet the rules of origin. Include the necessary certification.
CPTPP Proof of Origin for Goods from Vietnam
The key part of all trade agreements is ensuring the goods qualify under the rules of origin. Many incorrectly assume that if goods ship from a qualifying country, they should qualify for duty free status. Country of origin is not solely by where the goods ship from.
The CPTPP country of origin rules can be complex. The guidelines for origin goods shipping to Canada from Vietnam.
- Goods are originating if production is in whole from a CPTPP country.
- Originating goods are a product of a CPTPP country entirely from originating materials.
- Originating goods that are a product of a CPTPP country from non-originating materials. Production in Canada/ CPTPP country. The resulting good satisfies the applicable product-specific rule of origin. The value of the non-originating goods that are part of the originating product can be dutiable.
Benefit by including a certificate of origin
The country of origin determines if preferential duty free import is applicable. The country of origin is also supports regulatory actions such as quarantine and import quotas./p>
Read more: Understanding a certificate of origin.
Duty Free import for parcels sent from Vietnam to Canada under CPTPP
Consignments containing products less than CA$3,300 do not require a proof of origin to claim CPTPP preferential tariff treatment. The requirement on the importer to maintain records (for example, commercial invoice and B3) remains.
Understanding the difference: Goods that ship from Vietnam versus Vietnam origin.
Shipments containing products under CA$3,300 can clear duty free:
A statement with signature by the importer, exporter or producer. Wording certifying the goods originate from a CPTPP country
This statement is necessary on a shipping document such as the commercial invoice. We recommend adding an additional stand alone supporting document.
The goods must meet the origin rules. For example, marks to indicate that the goods are not a product of a CPTPP country will disqualify the goods.
DUTY FREE ≠ TAX FREE:
It is important to understand that CPTPP applies to duty assessments but not taxes. All goods - even those that import duty free - are subject to Canadian taxes ( GST/ HST etc).
Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Canada from Vietnam
The default option for shipping internationally from Canada is delivery duty unpaid. Common carriers use the term EXW. Essentially assigning all import costs to the receiver. Shippers from Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver. Most carriers offer a delivery duty paid (DDP) option.Understanding shipping terms for packages and online orders.
Import fees paid by the shipper are not recoverable. The importing business may otherwise be able to claim back sales tax.
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