With a new low-value threshold it is easier than ever for Canadian shippers to send to the Philippines.

The Filipino Bureau of Customs now allows goods valued under PHP 10 000 to be imported without duty and taxes.

Jet Worldwide helps Canadian shippers send heavier parcels to Manila and the Philippines from Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Edmonton for duty-free delivery for most parcels valued under PHP 10 000 (around CAD 250).

The Filipino Bureau of Customs (BOC) allows most goods valued under PHP 10 000 to be cleared duty-free in concurrency with Customs Administrative Order (CAO) 02-2016. The order covers imported goods with de minimis value.

Section 423 of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act, states that “no duties and taxes shall be collected on goods with a freight on board or free carrier value of PHP 10 000 or below." Goods with de minimis value are considered importation with negligible amount and entitled to immediate release.

This is good news for Canadians shipping parcels to the Philippines. Jet Worldwide can also provide a Canadian address for shipping to the Philippines via our low-cost parcel delivery service.

It is important to note that all goods otherwise regulated by Filipino authorities are subject to the same rules and restrictions - regardless of value. Imported tobacco, wines and spirits within the de minimis value (low-value threshold) are still subject to payment of excise tax, as mandated under the National Internal Revenue Code.

No matter which carrier you use when sending from Canada, the high duty-free threshold is a benefit shippers to the Philippines will benefit.

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Shipping to the Philippines via Canada Post

Canada Post offers the lowest cost- and is the preferred option we most recommend - for indviduals shipping personal items and for small parcels to the Philippines.

For packages to the Philippines less than 2 kg / 4 pounds

• Canada Post Small Packet Delivery to The Philippines: Surface and Air options

Other Canada Post Parcel Shipping options to The Philippines

• Canada Post International Parcel To The Philippines: Surface
• Canada Post Xpresspost Parcel Delivery to the Philippines: Delivery in 2 weeks

Shipping to the Philippines via FedEx Canada and UPS Canada

FedEx Canada and UPS Canada are the largest carriers in North America and - along with DHL - offer reliable express parcel delivery to the Philippines. However, they can be expensive for small Canadian businesses and their processes can be inflexible.

Fedex and UPS options for shipping to the Philippines Include

• International Priority Air
• International economy air

Shipping to the Philippines via Jet Worldwide

Shipping between the Philippines and Canada via Jet Worldwide

• Jet Worldwide provides options for shipping between Canada and and the Philippines for parcels, pallets, ocean for businesses,  and e-commerce options.
  
• Jet Worldwide offers transparency and world class logistics support. We are not shy about recommending alternative solutions as necessary.
  

Contact Jet: For a shipping quote and information on regular shipping volumes between Canada and the Philippines. For individuals shipping small parcels or personal items, the best options are usually via Canada post or ocean carriers with balikbayan options (see below).

International parcel shipping to the Philippines via Purolator

Purolator is Canada's leading domestic carrier. Purolator offers express international parcel delivery to the Philippines via partners, such as UPS.

International parcel shipping to the Philippines via balikbayan box

Many Canadians ship personal goods back to the Philippines via balikbayan services. There are several companies in Canada that provide this low-cost ocean service.

What is a balikbayan box?

A balikbayan box is a large container typically used by Filipinos living abroad to send packages to family and friends in the Philippines. These boxes are filled with  goods for personal use including food, clothing, personal care products, and gifts or to loved ones in the Philippines. The term "balikbayan" comes from the Tagalog words "balik" (meaning "return") and "bayan" (meaning "country"), and is intended to convey the idea of a Filipino returning home with gifts for family and friends.

Jet Worldwide does not offer balikbayn services.

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