Economic integration between Oklahoma and Canada is furthered by the renewal of NAFTA (now called the USMCA/ CUSMA). The reduction in trade barriers and technological changes that enable e-commerce transactions is increasing trade between the USA and Canada. Jet Worldwide helps companies connect Canadian and American suppliers and customers.

This Canadian Shipping Guise from Oklahoma for delivery to Canada as well as the Canadian customs clearance processes for parcels.   Read about USMCA/ CUSMA/T-MEC

As part of the USMCA, Canada has raised their low value duty threshold (de minimis threshold) to $150 CAD (around $110 USD). Local sales taxes will still apply (but often times, businesses can claim this charge back). This higher duty free threshold helps small businesses and e-commerce merchants in the Oklahoma ship to Canadian customers.

The Most Favoured Nation (MFN) tariff rates of Canada are generally applicable for imports from the USA to Canada valued 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 imported to Canada that do not meet the rules of origin (non-originating goods) under the CUSMA.

CUSMA/ USMCA: Duty Free to Canada packages from Oklahoma

• Duty free and tax free entry for most US parcels shipped courier valued under CA$40
• Duty free entry for most US parcels shipped courier valued under CA$150
• Simplified "Certification of Origin" for shipments shipped courier valued under CA$3,300

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What is the Cheapest way to send a package Oklahoma 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.

Contact Jet Worldwide for low cost express shipping and LTL to Canada.

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

Shipments from Oklahoma, USA to Canada are subject to import duty and taxes. The goods 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.

Read more about Canadian import fees.

Do I need to file an export declaration /EEI  Oklahoma to Canada?

Electronic Export Information (EEI)

US Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) mandates export declarations be done via the Automated Export System (AES).  Specified timeframes and shipment data is required prior to export. This information was formerly called the Shipper's Export Declaration (SED). EEI’s  are used for statistical  data collection and to enforce export regulations.

EEI’s are not required for most shipments destined to Canada via exception code 30.36.  Th exemption does not apply for shipments otherwise requiring an export permit or ultimately destined to a third country.

Are shipments from Oklahoma imported to Canada Duty Free?

Goods imported from the USA generally are subject to import duty and taxes. Just being shipped from the USA does not automatically grant duty free import to Canada.They may benefit from duty free status if they are low value or quality of USA origin under USMCA. All shipments over $40 CAD are subject to sales tax even if otherwise duty free.

How can I manage returns from Canada to Oklahoma USA

If the value of the return is less than $800 USD, the goods can be returned simply via section 321 import processes. Contact Jet Worldwide to get a Canadian address to help manage returns from your Canadian Customers.

BEST SHIPPING OPTIONS TO CANADA FROM OKLAHOMA 

Some options include:

Canadian Amazon Removal orders for return to Oklahoma

Speak with our team (fill in form below): Have a local Canadian address giving your Canadian customers simplified ways to manage their returns. 

Consolidate shipments to Canada and ship Cross Border Ship from Oklahoma

Companies can consolidate their orders via a single customs entry by becoming a non-resident importer. The process involves shipping via LTL or full truck load, single clearance in Canada followed by domestic distribution.

Read more about valuation for non-resident imports to Canada.

Duty free Import to Canada from Oklahoma via CUSMA

Goods that qualify as US origin under the USMCA/CUSMA free trade agreement can be imported duty free to Canada.Just being shipped from the USA does - in itself -not qualify the goods as being US origin. Shippers wishing to benefit from preferential duty free import must include a certification of origin.

Read More: Certificate of origin and why it is needed.

Other things to consider when shipping to Canada from Oklahoma 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
• Federal and provincial sales taxes (read about Canadian import fees)
• Provincial licenses may be required even if selling direct to consumers
• Health Canada approvals for related products
• Safe Foods for Canadians Act certifications for some food items
• Tariff classification for all imports (read more about HS Codes)
• Country of Origin must be declared for all imports
• 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 if duty free import requested under CUSMA

Discounted LTL Quotes: Canada from Oklahoma

Jet's team can generate rates for LTL and large packages over 150 lbs. for shipping Canada from Oklahoma as well as partnering with the leading parcel carriers - and offering reverse logistics.

Oklahoma 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.

Jet Worldwide Shipping between USA and Canada

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Shipping from Oklahoma to Canada via USPS

Among the most popular US Postal post options from Oklahoma is the International Flat Rate Boxes to Canada.

There are different duty assessments for goods shipped via USPS versus Courier (see above regarding new USMCA/CUSMA duty free thresholds).

READ MORE: UNDERSTANDING DUTY AND HOW IT IS CALCULATED

For a shipments shipped via USPS for import via Canada Post, duty is assessed differently than for parcels shipped via parcel carriers/ courier:

• CA $20 (around US$14.75) and under: duty and tax free
• Above CA $20 duties and taxes apply
• Common Canadian Import Fees You Should Be Aware Of

Sending Gifts from Oklahoma to Canada via USPS

Gifts between individuals can be considered duty and tax exempt, not otherwise restricted and valued under CA$60. To qualify as tax exempt, the gift must be sent to the recipient personally and include a card or other notice indicating that it is a gift. Advertising material and alcohol cannot be cleared as tax exempt gifts.

USPS shipments from Oklahoma are imported delivered to Canada via Canada Post. Canada Post has strong domestic capabilities with a commanding market share for at home deliveries.

Importing parcels from the USA to Canada via Canada Post

All parcels mailed to Canada are potentially subject to duty and/or taxes. Canadian Customs (CBSA) collects provincial sales taxes (PST) and Harmonized Sales Taxes (HST) according to the province of residence on most taxable imports valued at over CA$40. See note above on new duty free threshold under USMCA CUSMA free trade agreement.

Dutiable and taxable items mailed to Canada are subject to a handling fee of CA$9.95 per dutiable or taxable parcel. If charges are applied, the parcel will be delivered along with a CBSA Invoice (E14). Canada Post collects the fees on behalf of the CBSA and accepts payment online via credit card and other methods.

For those who have read about the Free Trade agreement between Canada and the USA (namely NAFTA and USMCA), it often comes as a surprise that their shipments are subject to duty. To qualify for duty free entry under NAFTA, the goods must be accompanied by a NAFTA Certificate of Origin.

Shipping from Oklahoma to Canada via FedEx or UPS

FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in Oklahoma and offer reliable transport options to Canada.

The “shipping from USA to Canada offer” via FedEx and UPS are similar. Both companies offer air express delivery, economy air delivery and ground delivery.

FedEx and UPS Canada Entry fees for Ground shipments

FedEx USA shipping options Oklahoma to Canada Include:

• FedEx International Priority to Canada: 1-2 business days
• FedEx International Economy Canada: 2-3 business days
• FedEx International Ground Canada from Oklahoma: Up to 6 business days. See graphic above for sample rates for entry preparation of ground shipments to Canada that may apply.
• Get a comparison quote for economy air shipping from Oklahoma to Canada

UPS USA Oklahoma shipping options to Canada Include:

• UPS Worldwide Express: Morning delivery to main cities
• UPS Worldwide Saver: End of day delivery to main cities
• UPS Worldwide Expedited: 2 Day delivery to main cities.
• UPS Standard to Canada: Up to 6 days Ground. See graphic above for sample rates for entry preparation of ground shipments to Canada that may apply.

Manage the returns for your Canadian orders: Jetworldwide.com/contact

Clearance and Entry Fees to Canada via UPS and FedEx

Carrier clearance fees in Canada vary by the service type. Jet can help US shippers minimize these fees through single entry consolidated entry. Jet Worldwide can receive and store shipments from Oklahoma in our Montreal facilities for on-demand distribution within Quebec and throughout Canada.

Typically, there are three elements to standard parcel clearance:

Entry preparation

• No charge for express shipments
• Charge for ground shipments based on value of shipment (see below)

Duty

• Calculated using the H.S. classification and can be as high as 20% for clothing
• Many are surprised to learn of duties and how USMCA country of origin duty free is rarely used for parcel shipments from the USA to Canada. But simplified USMCA processes make it easier than ever.

Taxes

• GST, HST, PST: Sales tax is applied based on destination of parcel

Prepayment of duty fees

• If duty and taxes are paid, FedEx and UPS charge for “prepayment” of these fees.
• The charge for payment is usually around 3% of the amount prepaid with minimum charge of between CA$7 and CA$15.

In general, express shipments to Canada are not charged an entry preparation fee by the carrier. However, ground shipments sent via FedEx and UPS to Canada are subject to an entry preparation fee.

The cost advantage of shipping parcels from Oklahoma to Canada via ground service is diluted by the Canadian clearance cost and shipping delay.

Exact FedEx ground and UPS ground entry preparation fees can be found online and can be negotiated for high volume shippers.

For Oklahoma based companies with regular volume to Canada, it may be best to establish a high volume parcel import and distribution process. This type of “zone skipping” has the added benefit of lower per shipment clearance cost.

The most efficient routing for regular parcel flows is via consolidating parcel volumes for a single shipment for single entry cross border entry. After clearance, the goods can be transferred to a Canadian domestic carrier for delivery across Canada. Get information from our Canadian team on shipping your American parcels to Canada.

Shipping from Oklahoma to Canada for Canadian companies

There is a demand from Canadian companies who are looking for cost effective solutions for receiving goods from their many Oklahoma based suppliers. Often, ground is too uncertain and air is too costly. Contact Jet for a low cost express solution that includes entry preparation and delivery in 1-3 days from the USA to Canada.

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

Canadian storage and distribution

For specific items, US based shippers can find cost effective Canada based distribution support including reverse logistics and giving your customer the option of returning their orders within Canada. See section above regarding Canadian Amazon Removal Orders.