Complete Guide to Shipping to France: E-commerce and Logistics

Due to historical ties and a shared language, France is a natural export market for Quebec. Located within the European Union and operating as a leading global economic player, France offers Quebec and Canadian businesses a highly favourable environment for international expansion.

2026 UPDATE: €3 minimum duty for low value parcel imports to France

B2C shipments under €150 are subject to €3 duty charge for each category or sub-category (as defined by the tariff schedule). In addition, each parcel is subject to a fixed €2 fee. This makes consolidation even more attractive as the effective duty rates can be much lower and even 0% for CETA qualifying goods. Get information on shipping direct.

Quick Points for Shipping Between Canada and France

1. Canada Post is the preferred option for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items internationally to France.
2. Market dominant carriers, such as UPS and FedEx, often have high base pricing. Discounted shipping can be obtained via comparison quotes reseller sites, but discounted retail can still be expensive. Furthermore, such sites often lack support, logistics expertise, and the ability to navigate complex import rules.
3. Jet Worldwide logistics professionals will personally respond to your inquiry within one business day, sharing our expertise and helping you find the exact right solution. We freely recommend alternative carriers and methods if they better suit your needs. Ask Jet Worldwide.
4. E-commerce shippers require a much lower cost than traditional shipping methods provide, alongside direct shipping solutions. Visit our e-commerce page for details.

With a population over 65 million, France is an incredibly appealing market for exporters. Many international deliveries from Montreal to France are destined for the Paris region, supported by a regional population of over 10 million.

Jet Worldwide provides direct shipping to France from YYZ and YUL for Shopify and other online orders.

Economy Shipping to France from Canada

Jet Worldwide offers international economy parcel delivery to Paris and all major metropolitan areas in France. The standard transit time is three to five days, featuring low-cost shipping direct from Canada. We also provide local French warehousing and distribution services via our European Union warehouse hub.

Our low-cost delivery to France is one of our fastest-growing export products. We developed this service in response to Montreal shippers who required budget-friendly international options to remain competitive globally.

Sending Commercial Samples to France

Shippers sending international parcels to France often include commercial samples. Most shipments sent to France valued under 150 Euros clear customs without duty, though they are assessed a Value Added Tax.

Commercial samples sent to France may qualify for duty-free entry if they meet the following criteria:

• They are valued at less than 45 Euros (approximately 60 CAD).
• They are used strictly for the solicitation of orders.
• There are not multiple samples of the exact same item.
• The goods are supplied directly from abroad.
• They will be used or destroyed during demonstration. Packaging must be permanently marked to preclude the items from being used as anything other than a sample.

Some samples with commercial value may enter France free of duties, but special arrangements must be made with a local broker. To qualify for duty-free status, these samples must be re-exported within one year, during which a deposit is held as security by the government.

Shipping E-commerce Orders to France and the EU

With a strong affinity for Canadian products, the French online market is one of the largest in the world. Now more than ever, Canadian companies are actively looking for direct shipping, last-mile delivery, and clearance solutions.

Learn about Value Added Tax for online orders to France and the European Union.

Consider the following when developing high-volume logistics from Quebec and Canada to France:

• Goods shipped from Canada via France to the rest of the EU can be imported using a French tax identification number.
• Jet Worldwide assists North American companies in developing direct shipping solutions for the entire European Union.
• We help Canadian companies set up fiscal representation in France to smoothly facilitate final formalities.
• We provide customers with duties and taxes estimates in advance, enabling Canadian retailers to accurately determine total import costs.

Shopify Integration for Canadian Sellers

Jet Worldwide is actively developing international shipping solutions for Shopify, the leading e-commerce platform in Canada. Building on our decades of cross-border parcel shipping experience, our team is crafting Shopify-integrated workflows for shipping to France. This allows businesses to easily self-fulfill their global orders.

Duty-Free Import Under CETA

Goods originating in France can be imported into Canada duty-free under the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement rules. These rules have been greatly simplified to grant businesses of all sizes excellent access to preferential duty-free importing.

Standard Delivery Options to France

• Canada Post: Best for individuals shipping small parcels.
• FedEx, UPS, DHL: Best for large global corporations.
• Jet Worldwide: Best for e-commerce direct solutions and logistics support.

Related Resources

• Commercial invoice for international shipping
• Declared value, CIF, and valuation for international shipping
• When to include a certificate of origin
• What is an HS code? Tariff classification basics
• Canada importer registration for CARM
• Canada export declaration (CERS)
• What is a bill of lading or waybill?
• Choosing a Canadian customs broker
• Shipping via ocean freight to and from Canada