Best Shipping Options from Florida to Canada

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 Best Shipping Options to Canada from Florida

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What is the Cheapest way to send a package from Florida to 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.

Do duty and taxes apply in Canada for shipments from Florida USA?

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.

Do shipments from Florida import to Canada Duty Free?

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

How can I manage returns from Canada to Florida

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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Managing Canadian Amazon Removal Orders to Florida.

Simpler processing for your customer: A Canadian address, consolidation and shipping back to the USA via low cost ground.

Contact our team (fill in form below) to develop solutions for Canadian returns of online orders.

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Understanding Canadian Import Fees for your shipments to Canada from Florida

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:

  • USMCA/ CUSMA Free Trade Agreement
  • A link to common Canadian import fees
  • CBSA Assessment and Revenue Project (CARM)
  • Certificate of origin and when it is necessary
  • Carrier options for shipping from Florida to Canada
  • Additional resources shipping to Canada and Shipping from Canada

Floridian companies becoming a Canadian Importer or Record

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.


Shipping from the USA ≠ USA origin goods

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


Goods shipping from Florida to Canada are subject to the following fees:

  • Duty:
  • Canadian federal and provincial salesTax:
  • Entry Preparation Fee
  • Carrier disbursement fee

Useful Information: Canadian Import Fees

Feel free to contact our team if you need further information or a shipping quote.


How can I get lower shipping costs to Canada from Florida?

  • Use a shipping cost calculator to compare rates from different carriers.
  • Ship smaller packages to reduce the volume weight. Read about chargeable weight.
  • If you are shipping a large volume of packages, you may be able to negotiate discounts directly with the major carriers.
  • Consider using a third-party shipping service that can provide both savings and - more important - logistics support. Contact Jet's team.
  • Consider using ground transportation instead of air shipping. Ground shipping is usually less expensive than air shipping, but it keep in mind the longer transit time to western Canada. Also, ground shipments are subject to a customs entry fee.

I hope these suggestions help! Is there anything else we can help with?

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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).

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:

  1. Importer/exporter or producer (indicate which is certifier)
  2. Name and address of certifier or
  3. Name and address of exporter or
  4. Name and address of producer
  5. Name and address of importer (if known)
  6. Description and harmonize system (HS) tariff classification of the good
  7. Specific origin of criteria
  8. Blanket period (certification is valid up to 12months in the case of multiple shipments of identical goods)
  9. Authorize signature and date

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.


Increase low value thresholds for duty free entry to Canada from USA

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.

Discount LTL Quotes: From to Florida Canada

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.

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Parcel shipping shipping from Florida to Canada

Our recommendations for shipping Canada from Florida:

  • Individuals shipping small parcels when tracking and transit is not a priority: USPS
  • Flat rate boxes are only a good deal for many
  • Larger parcels of low value: FedEx, UPS Ground
  • Heavier parcels where higher priority is necessary and faster transit
  • Businesses with regular shipping volume: Multi carrier USPS, Ground and Jet
  • Shipping To Canada Delivery Duty Paid or NAFTA USMCA duty free
  • Pre-label return shipping from Canada: Jet

The best International shipping options between Florida and Canada

  1. Local USPS options are best for sending personal shipments
  2. Air freight: This is the fastest option with economy air options
  3. Trucking for commercial orders via less than truck load (LTL) and full truck load across North America to Canada.
  4. FedEX ,UPS:Common brands with direct access or via one of their partners.

Consider factors such as the size and weight of your freight, transit time, and customs clearance. This post provides more details below.


Shipping parcels to Canada from Florida via US Postal Service:

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

  • CA $20 (around US$14.75) and under: duty and tax free
  • Above CA $20 duties and taxes apply

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.


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Delivery between Florida and Canada via Jet Worldwide

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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?

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Other things to consider when shipping to Canada from USA include:

  • Importer of record: The importer of record includes having to obtain an importer number. If to direct to consumers, the consumer can be the importer of record
  • Tariff classification for all imports (read more about HS Codes)
  • Provincial licenses may be necessary even if selling direct to consumers
  • Health Canada approvals for such products
  • Safe Foods for Canadians Act certifications for some food items
  • Federal and provincial sales taxes (read about Canadian import fees)
  • Country of Origin
  • Valuation is an important part of the declaration to the CBSA (read more about valuation)
  • Labeling for goods to Canada may require both French and English
  • Certification of origin for CUSMA

Parcel shipping to Canada from Florida via FedEx and UPS

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

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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.

Canadian address to receive your goods and for returns

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.

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Shipping ground from Florida to Canada Entry Fees

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.

Notes for importing packages to Canada from Florida via courier

Courier Parcels importing to Canada that are with a value under $40 CAD.

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.

Useful Information: Canadian Import Fees


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The Canadian Customs online portal streamlines processes for Canadian importers. Read more about CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)


Shipping gifts from Florida to Canada.

Gifts sent from an individual to an individual * less than $60 CAD are exempt from duty and taxes.

  • Gifts must be noted as such on the customs paperwork
  • Items with restrictions cannot ship as gifts (such as wine)
  • Advertising material cannot import as gifts
  • Items sent to / from a business are not gifts as per CBSA

E-commerce shipments from Florida and the US to Canada.

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.

Importing parcels via Canada Post versus commercial clearance:

Importing parcels via Canada Post are subject to unpredictable delays, they also can benefit from easier clearance processes (than commercial clearance).

Delivery duty paid for shipments to Canada from the USA:

Jet Worldwide's "Delivery Duty Paid /DDP" service ensures the receiver of your parcel has no charges


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Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between Florida (and the US) and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders.

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