South Florida is the winter home to thousands of Canadians and represents tremendous potential for Quebec Canadian companies. Jet helps connect Quebec, Ontario with Florida via our low cost parcel shipping from Florida and Canada. Floridians and. Canadians depend on low cost parcel delivery from Florida to Canada.
It seems there are more Canadians living in Florida than, well.. in Canada. For individuals shipping personal items and small packages, the best option is usually the US Postal Service. For businesses needing Canadian logistics support, contact our team.
Jet Worldwide has been providing global logistics support for over 40 years. We facilitate the movement of goods between Florida, North America and Canada.
The cheapest way for individuals to send small packages and personal items to Canada is usually via the US Postal Service (USPS). FedEx and UPS ground are good options for heavier shipments but do not include customs entry preparation.Or.. as there are so many Canadians in Florida, bring it back with you when you return .. lol.
Contact Jet Worldwide for low cost express shipping and LTL to Canada.
All shipments from Florida, USA to Canada are subject to import duty and taxes. A shipment my qualify for duty fee import if the value is less than $150 CAD (around $110 USD). If the items qualify as being US origin under USMCA, they can qualify for preferential duty free import regardless of the value.
Understanding Canadian import fees.
Just being shipping from the USA does not automatically grant duty free import to Canada. Duty and tax free import is possible for shipments with a value under $40 CAD. Imports with a value under $150 CAD can import duty free but are subject to Federal and Provincial sales tax.All imports that qualify as US origin under the USMCA can qualify for duty free status.
Useful information on import duty and calculation
If the value of the return is less than $800 USD, the goods can return simply via section 321 import processes. Contact Jet Worldwide to get a Canadian address to help manage returns from your Canadian Customers.
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Simpler processing for your customer: A Canadian address, consolidation and shipping back to the USA via low cost ground.
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Need to understand import fees to Canada?No worries, we are here to help.Even with the USMCA/ CUSMA free trade agreement, many consignments importing to Canada are subject to import duty, taxes and other fees.
This guide to shipping to Canada from Florida covers:
Canada’s non-resident importer program enables United States exporters to obtain a business number and act as the “importer of record.” Being able to act as the importer of record removes the burden of customs clearance from the Canadian customer and can facilitates the sale.Important update on valuation rules for non-resident importers.
USA origin goods can benefit from preferential duty free entry under USMCA/CUSMA provisions. This benefit does not extend to all goods “shipping from the USA to Canada.” Most goods that ship courier from the USA benefit from duty free entry if under CA$150.See graphic below. Learn More About USMCA/ CUSMA
The Most Favoure Nation (MFN) tariff rates of Canada are generally applicable for imports from the USA to Canada with a value over CA$150. Goods that meet CUSMA rules of origin can qualify for preferential duty free import to Canada. The MFN tariff rates of Canada apply to goods importing to Canada that do not meet the rules of origin (non-originating goods) under the CUSMA.
Read more about customs duty and calculation
Feel free to contact our team if you need further information or a shipping quote.
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USMCA- CUSMA North American Free Trade
The USMCA-CUSMA free trade agreement makes it easier to ship to Canada via higher duty free thresholds. Companies in Florida depend on low cost economy express shipping to reach their Canadian customers. Contact Jet's team for economy express delivery to Canada.
NAFTA/ CUSMA/ USMCA
The CUSMA facilitates the movement, release and clearance of good via a simpler framework and standard customs procedures.Trade facilitations includes fewer clearance formalities for “express shipments” with a value under CA$3,000 (to Canada). Read More: CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN
The origin‑certification process must include a set of data on the shipping paperwork (most commonly including on the invoice).
The data elements necessary via CUSMA:
Check out theCanadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) page that describes the new requirements for more information and an example of a valid CUSMA certification of origin.
Canada’s low value duty free threshold for goods importing from Canada is CA$150. Goods with a value under CA$40 benefit both from duty free and duty tax free.
Jet's team can generate rates for LTL and large packages over 150 lbs. for shipping to Canada as well as partnering with the leading parcel carriers - and offering reverse logistics.
Parcel shipping shipping from Florida to Canada
Our recommendations for shipping Canada from Florida:
Consider factors such as the size and weight of your freight, transit time, and customs clearance. This post provides more details below.
Different duty assessment for goods via USPS versus Courier (see above regarding new USMCA/CUSMA duty free thresholds).
For a shipments shipping via USPS for import via Canada Post
Canada is among the top international destinations for the US Postal Service (USPS). USPS is the best option for individuals shipping personal items to Canada. USPS parcels delivery is via Canada Post.
For e-commerce sellers using Shopify shipping and need a lower price for larger shipments from the US to Canada, contact our team.
Jet Worldwide: International shipping for over 40 years!
We are happy to help with your shipping between Florida and Canada. Provide information on what your are shipping, volume of goods, shipment characteristics andrestrictions you aware of that need to be taken into account?
FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in the USA and offer both ground and express delivery options from Florida to Canada. Ground delivery is the most popular option for shipping to Canada. FedEx and UPS have retail locations around the Fort Lauderdale.
FedEx and UPS offer reliable parcel shipping options but can be expensive and their processes are inflexible. FedEx and UPS ground shipping to Canada provides a low cost for heavier parcels but does not include customs entry preparation fees.
Shipping to Canada via Fedex / UPS Ground versus Express
Get a comparison quote for shipping economy express Quebec from Florida
Shipping from Florida to Canada via Jet Worldwide
Jet Worldwide provides low cost economy express shipping from Florida to Canada for heavier parcels. Plus Canadian logistics and domestic distribution.
Jet Worldwide provides economy express parcel delivery from Florida to Canada. Our service includes delivery in 2-4 business days and customs entry preparation.
Using our Canadian Receiving and Shipping Service, we can receive your package and send it you in Florida for delivery in 1-2 business days. Have your order sent to our Canadian address for delivery to you in the USA, and anywhere in the world.
Although shipping parcels via ground to Canada is a popular option, shippers should take note that Canadian customs clearance is not inclusive. UPS and FedEx Canada charge "entry preparation fees" that can be significant.
See graphic above on Canadian customs entry preparation fees for items sent via FedEx and UPS ground from Florida.
Canadian customs (CBSA) does not assess duty and taxes on most items with a value under $150 CAD. Notable exceptions includes items such as alcohol and tobacco products. Note: CBSA forbids shippers from splitting shipments to keep the value under $40 CAD.
Jet's Delivery Duty Paid Service (DTP) is a way for shippers in Florida to pay for the import fees and taxes on behalf of the Canadian recipient of their package.
The Canadian Customs online portal streamlines processes for Canadian importers. Read more about CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)
Gifts sent from an individual to an individual * less than $60 CAD are exempt from duty and taxes.
For most e-commerce small parcels from Florida to Canada, the USPS offers the lowest cost. For a price on heavier shipments when logistics support is necessary, contact Jet.
Jet Worldwide's "Delivery Duty Paid /DDP" service ensures the receiver of your parcel has no charges
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between Florida (and the US) and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders.