Trading between Canada and Mexico continues to flourish thanks to the new NAFTA ( CUSMA/USMCA) that preserves the fundamentals of the trading relationship between the two countries. Furthermore, Mexico has a world class supplier base to help Canadian companies. Canadian companies seek low cost delivery solutions from their Mexican suppliers and customers as do Mexican companies doing business in Canada.
Jet Worldwide helps connect Canadian and Mexican companies via our low cost economy express shipping options from Mexico to Canada.
In this blog, we review the following things to consider when shipping Canada from Mexico
- Carrier options for shipping Canada from Mexico
- CUSMA/ T-MEC/USMCA
- CPTPP Free Trade Agreement
- Certification of origin and when it is necessary
- Mexico USA Canada cross border solutions
- Common import fees to Canada
- CBSA assessment and revenue management (CARM)
- Complemento Carta Porte
- shipping quote between Canada and Mexico.
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Options for Shipping Canada from Mexico
There are several great options for shipping freight between Mexico and Canada
When choosing a shipping method, you will need to consider factors such as the size and weight of your freight, the time frame in which you need it to arrive, and your budget. It may be helpful to compare quotes from different carriers to find the best option for your needs.
Shipping from Mexico to Canada via Correos Mexican Post
Correos de México offer low cost parcel delivery from Mexico to Canada and the best option for individuals shipping personal packages to Canada.
A popular service via Mexican Post is theirExpress Mail Service / EMS to Canada. Packages sent with the Mexican post import to Canada for delivery via Canada Post.
Shipping from Mexico to Canada via FedEx and UPS Mexico
FedEx and UPS are North America's mega carriers and offer reliable transport from Mexico to Canada.
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- UPS and FedEx Freight: Low cost ground is best for shipments over 100 kg Clearance is not inclusive and transit times can be a longer than 2 weeks.
- UPS and FedEx Express: 2-3 day day delivery from Mexico to Canada.
- UPS and FedEx Economy air shipping to Canada
Businesses can request call back and consultation from our logistics professionals.
Shipping from Mexico via Jet Worldwide Canada
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Clearance of Parcels Shipping to Canada from Mexico
Duty and taxes in Canada for imports from Mexico
All imports from Mexico to Canada are subject to Canadian duty and taxes. Most consignments under $40 CAD can be import free of duty and taxes. Most imports from Mexico less than $150 CAD import duty free. Carriers charge a disbursement fee that usually averages around $20 CAD.
Read More: Country from where goods ship versus country of origin
Efficient Mexico USA Border Crossings Besides Laredo
Laredo is the largest inland port on theMexican border with all major transportation companies having facilities in Laredo. The city is on the southern end of I-35, which makes it close to the manufacturers in northern Mexico.However, with the incredible growth of cross border trade causes delays. Contact Jet’s logistics team for Mexico, USA, Canada cross border solutions.
Common Canadian Import Fees for Shipments from Mexico
Common import fees for consignments shipping via air to Canada can include duty, taxes, entry preparation and carrier disbursement fees. Read More: Understanding Canadian Import fees.
The Canadian Customs online portal streamlines import processes and an increasingly useful tool for Canadian importers. Read more about CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM)
Complemento Carta Porte: Additional Requirements for Mexico shipments
Complmento Carta Porte helps verify legal possession of merchandise during its transportation. Non compliant shipments are subject to penalties.
Information necessary via the Complemento Carta Porte can include:
- Goods that move throughout the Mexico
- Shipper/receiver information.
- Specific information about the shipper and receiver locations.
- Information about the means of transportation.
- Information about the driver (in case of road transportation)
Additional Resources
- https://www.eleconomista.com.mx/el-empresario/Cuales-son-los-retos-y-las-multas-del-Complemento-Carta-Porte-20211202-0162.html
- https://www.sat.gob.mx/consultas/68823/complemento-carta-porte-
Duty Free clearance in Canada via CUSMA T-MEC or CPTPP from Mexico
Goods that qualify as Mexican origin goods may be eligible for duty free clearance under CUSMA T-MEC (i.e. new NAFTA) or CPTPP.
Some experts prefer CPTPP but either one is acceptable. Either one but not both
Increased low value thresholds for duty free entry to Canada from Mexico and USA
Consignments less than CA$150 can import duty free (but are subject to sales tax). Goods under CA$40 benefit both from duty free and duty tax free.
Canadian duty free import from Mexico and the US is possible under USMCA/ T-MEC/ CUSMA.
Read about the new NAFTA/ USMCA/ CUSMA/ T-MEC
For shippers who do not want their receiver to pay Canadian duty and taxes:
Jet Worldwide can arrange to pay the duty and taxes on behalf of the Canadian importer via our Delivery Duty Paid Service.
Ground / LTL options
There are many ground options that work best for heavier shipments. The ground options from Mexico include FedEx, UPS, and LTL carriers. Most shippers of individual parcels prefer using express delivery from Mexico as ground service to Canada is a long transit time and does not include Canadian customs clearance for Mexican parcels.
Jet can recommend truckers for ground truck loads from Mexico to Montreal and all of Quebec.
CPTPP Duty free clearance of goods shipping from Mexico to Canada
Read more: Understanding Import Duty and How they are calculated
Proof of Origin
The key part of all trade agreements is ensuring the goods qualify under the rules of origin.
Read more: Certificate of Origin explained
The guidelines for country of origin qualification include:
- Obtained in whole.
- Production in Mexico or other CPTPP country entirely from originating materials.
- Production in Mexico/CPTPP country from non-originating materials such that the resulting good satisfies the applicable product-specific rule of origin. The value of the non-originating goods in the product can be dutiable..
DUTY FREE ≠ TAX FREE:
It is important to understand that CPTPP applies to duty assessments but not taxes. All goods - even importing duty free - are subject to taxes (GST/ HST etc).
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