With benefits of the European Canadian free Trade Agreement (CETA), trade between Canada and Denmark will remain strong. Small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) dominate in both Canada and Denmark. Jet Worldwide helps export oriented companies ship between the European union, Canada. and the USA.
A few quick points to consider when shipping international between Canada and Denmark
- Canada Post is the preferred option for individuals shipping small parcels and personal items to Denmark and the EU (see Canada Post international shipping options below).
- Market dominant carriers, such as UPS, FedEx have crazy high base pricing. Discounted shipping can be obtained via "comparison quotes reseller sites" but discounted retail can still be expensive and such sites often lack support and logistics expertise.
- Jet's logistics professionals will personally respond to your inquiry within 1 business day sharing our expertise and helping you find the right solution (we freely recommend alternative carriers and methods that may better suite your needs). Ask Jet.
- Ecommerce shippers usually need a much lower cost than can be provided by traditional shipping methods and need direct shipping solutions (visit our ecommerce page).
This post provides a deeper dive and explores of the main elements of international shipping between Canada and Denmark:
- Danish customs clearance for goods shipped from Canada
- Shipping terms to Denmark: Shipping duty paid or unpaid?
- Online orders shipped to Denmark
- Shipping Canadian Shopify Orders to Denmark and the EU
- CETA EU duty free shipping to Denmark for Canada origin goods
- Simplified Duty Free Import to Canada for Danish origin goods
- Canadian common carrier options for shipping to Denmark from Canada
Disclaimer: The information in this blog is for general information only and is not intended to, constitute legal and/or tax advice. Producers, shippers, exporters, importers should confirm their processes with their customs brokers, carriers and regulating authorities. 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.
Customs IMPORT TO DENMARK from Canada
Denmark customs follows processes and procedures similar to other EU customs authorities. Goods shipped to Denmark must be accompanied by an invoice for customs or other supporting documents. Danish customs assesses duty and taxes on the CIF value (Cost of the goods being imported plus the cost for transportation and insurance). Denmark uses the Harmonized System HS codes to assess the rate of duty.
Value added tax (VAT) in Denmark is applied for shipments from Canada. The VAT in Denmark is 25% .
Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Denmark
The default option for shipping internationally from Canada is delivery duty unpaid. Common carriers use the term EXW which essentially assigns all import related costs (duty, taxes, and other fees) to the receiver/ importer. Shippers from Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver via a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) options that many carriers offer. See our blog on IncoTerms and shipping terms for packages and online orders.
The disadvantage of paying import fees on behalf of the receiver is that the bulk of the import fees are often from a value added tax that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.
Shipping Online Orders to Denmark
Most Online orders to Denmark valued under €150 can be imported duty free. However, VAT will be applied and - in many cases must be paid at check out via online platforms such as e-Bay and Shopify. Read about duty free but with VAT importation to the European Union.
Shipping Canadian Shopify Orders to Denmark and the EU
Jet Worldwide is building international shipping solutions for Shopify, Canada's leading e-commerce platform. Building on Jet Worldwide’s decades of Canadian cross-border parcel shipping experience, our team is currently developing Shopify-integrated solutions for shipping to Denmark and the entire European Union, allowing businesses to “self-fulfill” their orders.
For updates on the latest international shipping solutions for Canadian online orders, connect with Jet Worldwide’s e-commerce team.
Duty Free Clearance Canadian goods to Denmark under CETA
Regarding duty free eligibility under CETA:
Country origin rules are associated with factors used to determine if the product is eligible for preferential duty free treatment under CETA.
The good news for Canadian shippers is that CETA rules to Denmark don’t require a formal certificate in order to obtain tariff benefits. A declaration on the invoice or any other commercial document accompanying the shipment is enough.
The CETA country of origin declaration has a specific wording, which is fairly straight forward (check with up to date regulations before shipping).
CETA Country of Origin Declaration
As mentioned above, there is no Certificate of Origin / COO required for goods shipped from Canada under CETA. An origin declaration can be shown on the commercial invoice. If shown on a separate document, the invoice number and other shipping information should be referenced.
When an invoice lists separate items, the declaration of origin must clearly identify the goods in in which preferential duty treatment is requested. Canada customs/ CBSA recommends that the origin declaration states “Canada/EU” as per footnote 3 of the declaration (see below). It is best to check with the local EU customs importing country to understand their preferences are met.
Required CETA country of origin declaration must include the following:
The CETA origin declaration to Denmark from Canada wording must include the following wording. Footnotes are provided for explanation (but do not meant to be included in the required wording). The origin declaration, the text of which is given below, must be completed in accordance with the footnotes (see below).
(Period: from ___________ to __________(1))
The exporter of the products covered by this document (customs authorisation No ___________ (2)) declares that, except where otherwise clearly indicated, these products are of ___________(3) preferential origin.
___________ (4) (Place and date)
___________ (5) (Signature and printed name of the exporter)
Country of origin declaration to Denmark Footnotes
These notes are used to explain the fields required above. They do not have to be included in the actual origin statement.
(1) When the origin declaration is completed for multiple shipments of identical originating products within the meaning of Article 19.5, indicate the period of time for which the origin declaration will apply. The period of time must not exceed 12 months. All importations of the product must occur within the period indicated. Where a period of time is not applicable, the field can be left blank.
(2) For EU exporters: When the origin declaration is completed by an approved or registered exporter the exporter's customs authorization or registration number must be included. A customs authorization number is required only if the exporter is an approved exporter. When the origin declaration is not completed by an approved or registered exporter, the words in brackets must be omitted or the space left blank. For Canadian exporters: The exporter's Business Number assigned by the Government of Canada must be included. Where the exporter has not been assigned a business number, the field may be left blank.
(3) "Canada/EU" means products qualifying as originating under the rules of origin of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. When the origin declaration relates, in whole or in part, to products originating in Ceuta and Melilla, the exporter must clearly indicate the symbol "CM".
(4) These indications may be omitted if the information is contained on the document itself.
(5) Article 19.3 provides an exception to the requirement of the exporter's signature. Where the exporter is not required to sign, the exemption of signature also implies the exemption of the name
Proof of origin requirements under Canada's free trade agreements
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 was changed to $3,300 CAD in July 2020. This change was made to harmonize the regulations with the new NAFTA/CUSMA.
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.
SEE OUR BLOG ON CANADA'S MAJOR FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS
Shipping packages for delivery to Denmark via Canada Post
Canada Post offers low cost delivery for individuals shipping small packages to Denmark. Packages sent via Canada Post are imported to Denmark and delivered Post Nord (the state provider of postal services co-owned with Sweden).
For Canada Post packet shipments to Denmark
- Canada Post Small Packet Air and Surface options to Denmark
- Canada Post Tracked Packet Delivery to Denmark: Delivery in 2 weeks
For shipping packages to Denmark from Canada Post parcel options
- Canada Post International Parcel to Denmark: Surface
- Canada Post Xpresspost International to Denmark: Delivery within 1 week
- Get a shipping quote Denmark from Canada
Shipping packages to Denmark 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 Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa and all of Canada to Copenhagen and across Denmark.
FedEx and UPS shipping options to Denmark include:
- International express/ priority air shipping to Denmark
- Economy air shipping to Denmark
Shipping packages to Denmark via Jet Worldwide
Jet Worldwide has been providing international delivery from Canada for over 35 years. We offer low cost parcel delivery from Canada to Copenhagen and all Denmark for larger parcels.
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between Denmark the EU and Canada for parcels pallets, and e0commerce orders. Contact our logistics professionals: 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 :).
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