Shipping from Canada to France

France and Canada have strong trade with billions of dollars of goods shipping from Canada to France.. In addition, companies use France and Canada as base operations. With access to the broader regions of North America and the European Union. This post reviews the options for worldwide shipping to France from Canada

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Understanding the Shipping Process from Canada to France

Necessary Documentation and Customs Regulations

VAT assessment is towards the importer. Before shipping to France, confirm the consignee/ importer's French VAT number, EORI number and Business name, address and contact details.

Export Declaration:

Goods with a value over $2,000 (or otherwise with restrictions) must declare prior to export. Read more about the Canadian Export Reporting System (CERS).

Invoice for French Customs:

Imports to France must include an invoice for customs. Useful information explaining necessary information on an invoice for customs.

Import Permits and Declarations to France:

Before shipping from Canada to France, confirm the consignee has the necessary import permits.

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Businesses in France must provide an EORI number.

An EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification number) is a unique identification number. It is necessary for businesses operating in the European Union countries.

The EORI number exists out of two parts:

• the country code of the issuing Member State and,
• a code or number that is unique in the Member State

CETA certificate of origin

Goods that qualify under the origin rules of the Canadian European Free Trade Agreement must include a certificate of origin. Verify in a certificate of origin is necessary to France.

Read More: Country from where goods ship from versus country of origin

Items with restrictions to France:

Confirm restrictions and regulations with French authorities prior to shipping from Canada to France. Goods with prohibition for import to France include:

• Illegal drugs
• Counterfeit money and goods
• Hazardous waste
• Offensive materials (such as hate speech or propaganda promoting violence or discrimination)
• Endanger species of plants and animals (CITES protection)
• Weapons and ammunition (unless with proper permits)
• Illegal software, movies, and music
• Certain chemicals
• Pornography that is illegal under French law
• Tobacco products (allowable in low quantities for personal use)

Shipping Time and Cost Considerations

Transit Time Estimates Canada to France

The fastest transit time to France is 2 business days with most carriers. Economy air can take 3-5 business days. Ocean freight generally takes 1-2 months. Canada Post services generally delivery in 2 weeks.

Shipping Cost Estimates to France

The cost of shipping to France depends on the size and weight of the shipments. Most carriers have online rate and transit times tools. Get a comparison shipping rate to France.

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Benefits of Shipping to France from Canada

Cost-Effective Shipping Solutions

Shipping cargo to France from Canada

Companies can choose between air cargo and sea freight. Cargo that ships via air usually deliver within around 1 week. Ocean cargo averages around 1 month.

LCL cargo to France

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 to France

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.

Competitive Shipping Rates

The cheapest way to ship a package to France is usually via Canada Post surface options. The cost for up to 4 pounds/ 2 kilograms averages around $30 to $39.

The cost to ship to France depends mostly on the package size, weight. Other factors include service options, value and commodity.

Canada's Free Trade Agreements

Canada has free trade agreements with most the world's leading economies, including European Union countries (CETA).

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Shipping Volume Discounts and Deals To France

Discounts are available directly from the carriers. Often the best deal is using one of the carrier's partners or forwarders.

Canada Post has volume discount for high volume e-commerce volumes. Leading Canadian retailers and platforms can ship directly to France for the lowest cost.

Canada post offers cheap postage and is best for personal packages. Shipping using the courier services are best for commercial packages and cargo.Jet Worldwide offers discounts for courier and cargo shipping to France.

Safe and Secure Delivery Services

Insurance for Shipping

Shipping insurance can be direct from the carrier or via third parties. The most important part of insurance is packaging, documentation and packaging (yes, packaging is that important!).

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Tracking and Monitoring of Shipments

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Popular Delivery Options for Shipping to France from Canada

Air Freight Shipping

Fast and Convenient for larger shipments. Our team can provide air freight quotes for shipment over 50 kg. to and from France.

Sea Freight Shipping to

Cost-Effective Shipping Option for large commercial orders and shipping containers.

The Port of Nantes-Saint Nazaire, on the west coast of France,is a major gateway for cargo to and from the North America. The Port of Rotterdam is another option from Canada.

Express Delivery Services

Shipping to France from Canada - Canada Post small packets and express options

• Small Packet Delivery to France: Surface, Air with tracking
• International Parcel to France: Surface and "Xpresspost"

Shipping to France from Canada - FedEx, UPS and DHL

FedEx and UPS Canadian shipping options to France include:

• Priority Express Delivery to France
• Economy International service from Canada

Delivery to France from Canada via Jet Worldwide

Jet Worldwide: Best international shipping for over 40 years! Jet is setting an example in France via direct access to DPD Group. DPD is the second-largest international delivery network in Europe providing service to both B2B and B2C customers.

How to Choose the Best Shipping Company to France

Reputation and Experience of the Shipping Company

Reliable and Trustworthy Shipping Partners

The major carriers are reliable and trustworthy. They include Kuhn and Nagel (freight), Canada Post, FedEx, DHL, UPS and their partners (such as Jet Worldwide... of course!)

Professional Shipping Support

In addition to the major carriers, some websites that claim "over 50% savings" etc. While some offer valid shipping options, most lack international expertise.

Read more: Complete Guide for International shipping from Canada.

Shipping Services and Options for e-commerce

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