Canada Post is a great way to send to the UK. Their small packet shipping option to the UK is the preferred option for individuals shipping personal goods to Britain from Canada. However, the delivery time for parcel post shipments to the UK can literally take months with limited customer support.
In this post, we provide an overview of the Canada Post service options for shipping to UK. There are alternative options to ship to the UK that offer competitive shipping costs with faster delivery, tracking and customer support.
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The choice of worldwide shipping services has expanded to include sending outside of Canada via direct airfreight. Direct import options offer faster on-time delivery with lower cost of higher weight orders. Fastest delivery time and the cheapest shipping services enable exponential growth in orders.
Dedicated import processes enable no import fees for higher value items. To get a price estimate, you information needed includes consolidated volume, common parcel sizes, weights, common commodities sent, and average transaction value. Often it is best to build costs on projected volumes as initial start up costs can be inflated by fixed minimum fees.
Can You Ship parcels via Royal Mail from Canada?
Royal Mail is the postal partner of Canada Post. Royal Mail imports and delivers shipments sent to the UK via Canada Post
What is the cheapest option for shipping to the UK
Canada Post International Surface options offer the lowest cost to the UK. The lowest cost way of shipping to the UK via Canada Post small packet option is around $36. For e-commerce shippers with enough volume, shipping direct airfreight for final mile delivery to the UK is the cheapest option.
What is Canada Post Surface Option
Canada Post "surface options" travel via ocean (versus air) and can take several months for delivery.
Is Canada Post packet option a good option to the UK
International Small packet (a trademark of Canada Post) applies to shipments under 4 pounds/ 2 kg. It is a great option for individuals and small e-commerce sellers sending to the UK.
Do you have to pay an outside area surcharge with Canada Post
Unlike commercial carriers, Canada Post does not charge for outside areas.
Can I get a discount from Canada Post
Canada Post offers four levels of discounts based on your yearly shipping volume. The greatest discounts are for their parcel post shipping to the UK with tracking and via air. A business with higher volume can get significant discounts but the final rate may still be the best option.
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Can I Ship Air Freight for Final Mile UK Delivery
The best way to grow your volume to the UK is to consolidate your orders and ship via direct air freight from YUL, YYZ or YVR.Minimum volumes are needed to be cost effective but it will you to scale your orders to the UK. Build a best in class direct shipping solution to the UK with Jet Worldwide.
Zone Jump Direct to the UK from Canada
Zone jumping refers to the practice of shipping goods direct and, in this case, to take advantage of lower UK domestic shipping rates. The challenge is that minimum volumes are required. The opportunity is being able to scale your sales from your existing Canadian infrastructure. It is important to ensure compliance UK import and VAT regulations. Build a direct solution with our team.
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Shipping Air versus Ocean to the UK from Canada
We get many inquiries requesting the lowest cost for shipping to Britain. The best shipping option to Canada depends on several factors. In general, the lowest cost for small personal packages to Britain is via Canada Post surface options. For heavier shipments, economy air freight is often the preferred option. And less than container load is best with shipping palletized freight and large commercial orders. Useful information: Things to know about Ocean Shipping To and From Canada.
What the import fees to the UK?
Shipments valued less than £135 can be duty free but are subject to value added tax. Royal mail can also add an administrative fee. If a package requires a formal declaration, a brokerage fee can apply. Understanding Import Fees to the UK
What value should I declare for my parcels to the UK?
The most commonly accepted method of declaring a value is the transaction price. For example, if the goods were purchased for 120 UKL, then that would be the declared value.
Useful information: How to value goods shipped to the UK
Are gifts to the UK charged duty and taxes?
Gifts to the UK valued up to £34 can be free of import duty and tax.
Qualifying for gift exemption:
- The term "Unsolicited gifts" should be included on the customs declaration.
- The gift exemption applies to shipments between individuals. Shipments shipped or received by a company cannot qualify as gifs.
If the destination of item is the country of Britain, do I need to pay duty?
All goods shipped to a location in the UK are subject to duty and taxes. While the United Kingdom has duty free thresholds for low value shipments, all imports are subject to valued added tax.
A complete guide for shipping to the UK
Collection and payment of VAT for shipments to the UK
Other Best Available Options for shipping to the UK
The common carrier options to the UK from Canada include FedEx, UPS and DHL. A visit to these carriers website's is a good place to start but shipping directly with these carriers can be expensive.
Fortunately, there are resellers who can help shippers purchase services from these carriers. Jet Worldwide provides a quick and easy process for getting a quote to the UK.
In general, it is generally better to select a commercial carrier option for shipping heavier or regular packages. It is also helpful to have someone follow your package and provide options such as delivery duty paid, returns, UK Canada free trade import etc.
Shipping Direct to DPD from Canada
There is a new way to ship product to the UK and the world: Direct airfreight and import. Jet Worldwide gives Canadian shippers direct contact with DPD, the leading carrier in the UK. Contact our team for details.
Shipping direct to the UK provides an alternative to Canada Post for higher volume shipments. Consolidated shipments can ship direct from YVR, YYZ or YUL via airfreight to every address in the UK. This service includes tracking with guaranteed no import fees charged to your UK customer!
Offering local UK carriers for as a shipping option at the checkout leads to greater click through sales. Integrate our direct DPD shipping services with an API to your website. Contact Jet.
Importing Goods to UK from Canada
- Obtain an import license: Confirm if the goods you are shipping require an an import license to the UK.
- Applicable duties and taxes on the imported goods are assessed using the classification of goods , the value of the shipment and country of origin. Read more about valuation for shipments to the UK.
- Necessary documents include a commercial invoice, a packing list, and a bill of lading or air waybill
It is important to verify compliance with the consignee/ importer and regulatory authorities prior to shipping to the UK from Canada.
