Growth in trade between Czechia and Canadian is growing thanks Czechia export driven economy and the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the EU. Czech Republic exports to Canada total CAD 600 million per year and includes turbines, heavy construction equipment, electric tools, electronics and train rails.

In this blog, we review:

• Shipping terms to consider when shipping to Canada from Czechia
• Common carriers to consider when shipping from Czechia to Canada
• Duty Free Import TO Canada for Czechia origin goods
• See below: Information required for shipping quote from Czechia to Canada

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

Accompanying PDF: Shipping Guide Czechia to Canada

Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Canada

The default option for shipping internationally from Czechia 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 Czechia can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver via a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) options that many carriers offer. See our blog on 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 Canadian federal and provincial taxes that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.

Shipping options Canada from Czechia

Shipping from Czechia to Canada via Česká pošta

Česká pošta (the state owned provider of postal services in Czechia ) is the preferred options for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items to Canada.

Shipping from Czechia to Canada via FedEx/ UPS

FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers who, along with DHL, offer reliable air shipping options to Canada from Czechia.

FedEx and UPS shipping options to Canada from Czechia include:

• International air express shipping to Canada
• International economy air shipping from Czechia to Canada

Delivery between the Czechia and Canada via Jet Worldwide

Shipping cargo from Czechia 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 2 to 3 months door to door.

LCL cargo from Czechia

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 Czechia

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.

Clearance for goods shipped to Canada from Czechia

Consignments imported from Czechia to Canada are subject to duty and taxes. Most imports valued under CAD 20 can be cleared duty-free and tax-free. Shipments under CAD 3 300 can be imported under Courier Low-Value Shipment (CLVS) processes.

Consignments containing Czechia origin goods may benefit from preferential duty free entry under the CETA free trade agreement.

• Up to CAD 20 and under: duty- and tax-free
• Duty and taxes apply when importing goods valued over CAD 20.

Contact Jet’s logistics team to get an estimate of import fees for parcels shipped via our service

Czechia origin goods shipped Canada duty free via the CETA

Regarding duty free eligibility under the CETA: Country origin rules are associated with factors used to determine if the product is eligible for preferential duty free treatment under the CETA.

Understanding the difference: Goods shipped from Czech Republic versus Czech origin goods imported to Canada.

Fortunately for shipping Czechia origin goods to Italy, the CETA rules don’t require a formal certificate in order to obtain tariff benefits. A declaration on the invoice or any other commercial document accompanying the shipment is enough.

Verify the benefit of Canada's free trade agreements.

The CETA country of origin declaration has a specific wording, which is fairly straightforward (check with up to date regulations before shipping).

Simplified Origin Statement for Shipping Canada from Czech Republic

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

Read more: Useful information regarding a certificate of origin.

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.

View Video: Best Mode and Carrier Options Czech To Canada

Getting a quote for shipping between the Czechia and Canada.

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