--- title: "Shopify International ecommerce from Montreal: 5 Things to Consider" description: Things to consider for international shopify and other online orders and parcels from Montreal . image: https://www.jetworldwide.com/hubfs/jet-Canadad-ecommerce-ship-international-graphic.webp --- [![jet worldwide parcel delivery service](https://www.jetworldwide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jetship-jetworldwide-logo.webp?width=50&height=27&name=Jetship-jetworldwide-logo.webp "jet worldwide parcel delivery service")](https://jetworldwide.com) ### Jet Worldwide Blog Connecting people, parcels, and businesses around the world! ![collage of products on a conveyer belt at a warehouse](https://www.jetworldwide.com/hubfs/jet-Canadad-ecommerce-ship-international-graphic.webp) # Shopify International ecommerce from Montreal: 5 Things to Consider [ Timothy Byrnes ](https://www.jetworldwide.com/blog/author/timothy-byrnes) Montreal e-commerce online sellers are seeking solutions for selling internationally beyond the USA and shipping directly to France, the European Union, Japan, China and across the globe ![delivery-jet-truck-delivery-van](https://www.jetworldwide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/delivery-jet-truck-delivery-van.webp?width=242&height=141&name=delivery-jet-truck-delivery-van.webp) *Disclaimer: The information in all Jet Worldwide online content, including this post, is for general information only and is not intended to, constitute legal and/or tax advice. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this site are hereby expressly disclaimed. The content on this posting is provided “as is”; no representations are made that the content is error-free.* [![Ship From Canada](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/213869/5de28128-24cb-4d85-ac2e-a3f6580df3cb.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/213869/5de28128-24cb-4d85-ac2e-a3f6580df3cb) --- We have defined the following 5 steps that to consider when sending international shipments from Montreal: ## **1. Consider the methods of shipping international parcels from Montreal** The main options for shipping international parcels from Montreal include Canada Post, FedEx/ UPS or a reseller such as Jet Worldwide. ### ![jet-logo-vector-post-indicia](https://www.jetworldwide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/jet-logo-vector-post-indicia.jpg?width=133&name=jet-logo-vector-post-indicia.jpg) ### Shipping parcels from Montreal using Canada Post: Canada Post offers the lowest cost when shipping small international parcels from Montreal. Canada Post is best options for individuals sending gifts and other items small items internationally. --- ### **![jet-logo-vector-air](https://www.jetworldwide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/jet-logo-vector-air.jpg?width=133&name=jet-logo-vector-air.jpg)** ### **Shipping international parcels from Montreal usingFedEx or UPS** FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in North America and, along with DHL, offer reliable express international delivery form Montreal. However, their services can be expensive - especially for small and medium sized businesses and their processes are inflexible. FedEx and UPS International Shipping Options from Montreal Include - Priority Air Express International Shipping Services - International economy air shipping from Montreal [![Énvoyer France Direct](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/213869/6e732f8d-d5aa-4c4b-a1f5-b7be549e6a96.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/213869/6e732f8d-d5aa-4c4b-a1f5-b7be549e6a96) --- ### **Shipping with International Parcels via Jet Worldwide Montreal** Jet Worldwide is a trusted brand that has been providing international shipping solutions for over40 years. - Jet Worldwide provides international shipping options between from Montreal for parcels, and online orders. - Jet Worldwide offers transparency and world class logistics support.  [![Get a shipping quote](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/213869/b8064d2c-d3cb-4934-ae43-2dc1f71ab67d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/213869/b8064d2c-d3cb-4934-ae43-2dc1f71ab67d) --- ## **2. Prepare a list of items being sent and invoice for customs** For all the complexities of international delivery from Montreal, the key requirement is simply to provide and[ invoice for customs](https://www.jetworldwide.com/blog/preparing-invoices-for-customs-clearance-and-cci). Items required for a customs invoice includes: Read about [HS Codes and international shipping for online orders](https://www.jetworldwide.com/blog/hs-codes-shipping-online-from-canada) --- ### **3. Verify the item you are sending is are not restricted.** If you have a question on sending a particular item from Montreal, [contact Jet's team](https://www.jetworldwide.com/contact). The most common restrictions involve food, drinks, and supplements. --- ### **4. Confirm if you can take advantage of preferential duty free entry** Canada has free trade agreements with most of the world's leading economies. Canadian origin goods may be able to benefit from preferential duty free entry even if they are sent via parcel delivery. ![Canada_free-trade-agreement-import-graphic](https://www.jetworldwide.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Canada_free-trade-agreement-import-graphic.jpg?width=550&name=Canada_free-trade-agreement-import-graphic.jpg) --- ### **5. Consider ****payment for duty and taxes by your customer** By default, import fees and taxes are charged to the person or company receiving (or importing) the parcel. If you wish to pay the duty and taxes on behalf of the receiver, you must send the shipments as "Delivery Duty Paid / DDP*." *In all instances, sellers need to consider the duty and taxes that their buyer may incur upon import. Import taxes and clearance fees are a fact of international orders.* Duty Free ≠ Tax Free Even when shipments may otherwise qualify for duty free entry, they will more than likely be charged a value added tax. This is especially true for online orders to the UK and European Union. Read more: - [VAT payment for online orders to the UK](https://www.jetworldwide.com/blog/vat-and-canadian-online-orders-to-the-uk) - [VAT payment for online orders to France and European Union Countries](https://www.jetworldwide.com/blog/vat-collection-for-shopfy-ebay-online-orders-shipped-to-europe) --- ### **Getting quote for shipping international online orders from Montreal** For a quote for shipping online orders, provide details including shipping volume, item(s) being shipped, average value and weight of each parcel. The more details the better :). Contact Jet. 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