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Best Shipping Options to Brunei from Canada

Written by Timothy Byrnes | March 27, 2018


Canada and Brunei Darussalam enjoy strong bilateral relations that is focused on trade opportunities. The historic relationship has been further strengthened by Canada and Brunei's participation in the CP-TPP free trade agreement. Canada's trade relationship with Brunei is broad based and includes aerospace and simulation training, information technologies, the pharmaceutical industry, oil and gas, and agriculture.

Canada’s merchandise exports total over $9 million per year and the potential for greater cooperation is evidenced by the the more than 50 students from Brunei who are studying in Canada. Brunei offers Canadian exporters a potential hub for trade and investments throughout the ASEAN- South Asian region.


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In this post, we review the following things to consider when shipping to Brunei
  • Canadian carrier delivery options shipping Brunei from Canada
  • Shipping terms for shipping to Brunei duty paid or unpaid?
  • CPTPP duty free clearance for Canada origin shipping to Brunei
  • Duty free import TO Canada for Brunei origin goods under CETA
  • Canadian Customs Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)

Disclaimer: The information in Jet Worldwide online content, including this post, is for general information only 

Best Options for shipping to Brunei from Canada

here are several shipping options available for sending goods between Canada and Brunei. 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.

Here are some common shipping options that you might consider:

Air freight: This is the fastest shipping option with door to door integrated solutions.

Ocean freight: This is a slower but more economical option for shipping full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL).

Commercial carriers such as FedEx, DHL, UPS and their partners.

Canada Post is generally the best option for individuals shipping small shipments and personal items

Useful short video (~3 min): Best shipping options to Canada from Brunei

Shipping to Brunei from Canada via Canada Post

Canada Post offers low cost parcel delivery to Brunei and the preferred option for individuals shipping small packages and personal items to Brunei. Shipments sent via Canada Post are imported to Brunei and delivered by the Brunei Postal Service (a government entity that operates under the Ministry of Communications).

Canada Post Delivery Options to Brunei include:

Shipping to Brunei from Canada Post small parcel packets

  • Canada Post Small Packet to Brunei: Ocean/ surface and Air

Shipping Brunei from Canada parcel post options

  • Canada Post International Parcel Brunei: Ocean/ surface (over 2 kg)
  • Canada Post International Parcel Brunei: Air (over 2 kg)

Shipping to Brunei via FedEx and UPS Canada

Fedex and UPS are North Americas largest carriers and they offer - along with DHL - reliable express delivery to Brunei with tracking. Shipping packages to Brunei from Canada can be expensive as it falls into high priced zones. Get an international shipping quote from Canada to Brunei.

FedEx and UPS shipping options Brunei from Canada include

  • International express / priority air from Canada
  • International economy air to Brunei

Shipping Parcels to Brunei via Jet Worldwide Canada

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Shipping to Brunei via Purolator Courier

Purolator is Canada's leading domestic carrier. They provide international parcel delivery form Canada via partners, such as UPS.

Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Brunei

The default option for shipping internationally from Canada 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 Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver via a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) options that many carriers offer. 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 a value added tax that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.

Goods shipped to Brunei must be accompanied by an invoice for customs or other supporting documents.

CPTPP shipping to Brunei for duty free clearance

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is a free trade agreement that Canada shares with Brunei. 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

CPTPP Rules of Origin to Brunei

The rules of origin in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)determine if the goods being shipped (imported) qualify for preferential treatment under the agreement. Just being purchased and shipped from a CPTPP country does not, in itself, qualify the goods as originating from that country.

The rules of origin in the CPTPP are complex and can vary significantly depending on the product and regulatory interpretation.It is important for companies to confirm compliance with the rules of origin  with the consignee/ importer and regulatory authorities prior to shipping.

CT-TPP and Duty Free Clearance for Canadian goods imported to Brunei

Canadian goods that qualify for duty free import require a certificate of origin and other supporting paperwork. Brunei is a member of both ASEAN and CP-TPP trade pacts. Read more about: Understanding a certificate of origin.

Brunei orIgIn goods shipped FROM Brunei TO Canada

Canadian companies can more easily take advantage of duty free clearance from Brunei, a CPTPP Country.

Proof of origin requirements under Canada's free trade agreements

The value for duty amount for all of Canada's free trade agreements (including CPTPP) for which the proof of origin / certificate of origin is waived is up to $3,300 CAD.

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.

Learn more about common Canadian import fees.

The Canadian Customs online portal streamlines import processes and an increasingly useful too for Canadian importers. Read more about CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)

SIM Card i-phone from Canada to Brunei

Buying an iPhone with a physical SIM card from Canada

Phone manufacturers, including Apple, are moving towards “eSIM*.”

Nano-SIM Apple phones can still be purchased from Canada (most iPhone’s purchased in the USA are not available with a nano-SIM).

Arrange for the purchase of a nano SIM iPhone with shipping to Brunei: Contact Jet.

Get a quote for shipping between Brunei and Canada

Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between Brunei and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders. 

For a quote for shipping online orders, regular volumes and logistics support; provide details including shipping volume, item(s) being shipped, average value and weight of each parcel. The more details the better :).Get support for your international shipping.

 

Note: This post and all Jet Worldwide content is for general information only. We are proud to be a leading online resource for international shipping from Canada. Our best advice is emphasize the importance of confirming compliance with the exporter/ importer and regulatory authorities prior to shipping.