Canada and Hungary have growing trade and investment due to the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). CETA builds on an already strong bilateral relationship with two way merchandise trade per year totalling close to $1 billion.

Canadian companies can sell directly via e-commerce transactions to Hungary’s over 6 million online shoppers.

A Guide to Shipping between Canada and Hungary

• Common carrier options for shipping Hungary from Canada
• Import clearance to Hungary for goods shipped from Canada
• EORI number and HS import code for duty calculation
• IOSS and VAT payment for ecommerce imports to Hungary and EU
• Duty free import for Canada origin goods shipped to Hungary via CETA
• Common carrier options for shipping Canada FROM Hungary
• Canadian import processes and fees for goods shipped from Hungary
• Duty free Entry under CETA for Hungarian origin goods imported to Canada
• Information required for a shipping rate between Hungary and Canada

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Parcel Shipping Delivery options to Hungary

Shipping Hungary from Canada

Shipping packages to Hungary via Canada Post

Canada Post is the preferred option for individuals shipping small packages to Hungary and all of Hungary. Packages sent via Canada Post are imported to Hungary and delivered by Magyar Posta Zrt/ Hungary Post (the official postal administration of Hungary).

Canada Post Delivery Services to Hungary Include:

• Small Packet International Surface, Air and "tracked packet" to Hungary
• International Parcel to Hungary: Surface
• Xpresspost International to Hungary

Shipping Hungary from Canada via FedEx and UPS Canada

FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in North America and, along with DHL, offer dependable international express services from Canada to Budapest and all Hungary.

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FedEx and UPS shipping Hungary from Canada options

• International air express priority to Hungary
• International economy air shipping from Canada

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Delivery Hungary from Canada via Jet Worldwide

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Delivery to Hungary via Purolator Courier

Purolator Courier, a subsidiary of Canada Post, offers international parcel delivery from Canada to Budapest and all Hungary via partners, such as UPS. Purolator is a division of Canada Post.

Customs Clearance for Goods Imported to Hungary from Canada

Goods shipped to Hungary must be accompanied by an invoice for customs or other supporting documents.

Hungary customs assessed duty and taxes on the CIF value (Cost of the goods being imported plus the cost for transportation and insurance).

Duty Rates to Hungary: Hungary uses the Harmonized System HS codes to assess the rate of duty. Hungary uses the EU’s common external tariff (CXT) rates, resulting in an average tariff level of less than 4%.

Value added tax (VAT) in Hungary is applied for shipments from Canada. The standard VAT in Hungary is 27%. Lower VAT is available for certain categories of products and services.

Many items sent from a company in Canada to Hungary with a value under 43000 HUF (around CA$190) can qualify for duty free entry.

Even if goods otherwise qualify for duty free import to Hungary, VAT still applies.

EORI Number to Hungary

Companies in the EU are required to have an EORI number if they wish to lodge a customs declaration or an Entry/Exit Summary declaration. Canadian companies should include the importers EORI number on the shipping paperwork

HS Codes and the The EU classification system to Hungary

The EU classification system consists of three integrated components. 

• The first component is the Harmonized System: chapters (2 digits), headings (4 digits), and subheadings (6 digits).Read about HS Codes.
• The second component is the Combined Nomenclature: EU specific codes via an eight-digit coding system.
• The third component is the Integrated Tariff (Tarif Intégré de la Communauté or TARIC) which provides information on specific tariff measures such as the temporary suspension of duties and antidumping duties.

VAT Rules for Imports to Hungary and the European Union

All goods (including ecommerce orders) imported to the EU will be subject to VAT E-commerce shipments valued under EUR 150 can be imported via One-Stop Shop (IOSS) processes that allow sellers and online marketplaces to charge VAT at the point of sale and remit it directly to the authorities.

Read more about VAT payment for European Union Imports

For details on IOSS and the otherEU’s VAT rules, visit: Publications Office of the European Union.

Duty Free Clearance Canadian goods to Hungary under CETA

Most Favoured Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable for good traded between Hungary and Canada. Goods that meet The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) rules of origin can benefit from preferential duty free import. The MFN tariff rates of Canada and Hungary apply to goods that do not meet the rules of origin (non-originating goods) under CETA.

The European Canadian Free Trade agreement allows duty free entry of Canadian goods imported to Hungary. In order to qualify for duty free status, the qualifying goods must be accompanied by a certificate of origin or statement of origin.

See sample form to declaration of origin (Fillable PDF to download). Note that while the regulations do not mandate a specific format, it is recommended to include both a separate declaration form as well as a certification statement on the invoice (and other shipping documents) to ensure preferential duty free consideration at time of import.

The required origin declaration may be provided on an invoice or any other commercial document which describes the originating product in sufficient detail to enable its identification. In order to claim the preferential tariff treatment, importers must have in their possession the origin declaration completed by the exporter as well as any necessary permits.

Shipping from Hungary TO Canada

The common carrier shipping options from Greece to Canada include MagyarPosta Zrt/ Hungary Post (imported and delivered by Canada Post), DHL and North America's mega carriers FedEx and UPS. Get an international shipping rate to Canada.

FedEx and UPS Shipping Options from Hungary to Canada Include:

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

Clearance of consignments from Hungary to Canada

Consignments imported from Hungary 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 Hungarian origin goods may benefit from preferential duty free entry under the CETA free trade agreement (see below).

• 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).

Common Canadian Import Fees for Shipments from Hungary

Common import fees for consignments shipped via air to Canada can include Canadian duty, taxes and carrier import fees.

Proof of origin requirements TO Canada for Hungary Origin Goods

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 waived is up to $3,300 CAD.

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.

Shipping Canadian e-commerce Orders to Hungary and the EU

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