Romania dependents on imports and export demand, particularly for machinery and equipment and fuels and minerals and Canadian companies are filling this demand. Canada’s trade and investment relationship with Romania is stronger thanks to the Canadian European Free Trade agreement, CETA.
The Canadian European free trade agreement (CETA) is helps grow Canadian exports to Romania by over 30%.
In this Shipping Guide to Romania, we review things to consider when shipping between Romania and Canada.
- Carrier shipping options to Romania from Canada
- Export Declaration from Canada when shipping to Romania
- Shipping Terms to Consider: Delivery duty paid or unpaid
- Romanian Customs clearance processes
- EORI number and HS code for duty assessment
- European EU Canada CETA duty free shipping from Canada
- Carrier options shipping to Canada From Romania
- Duty free import TO Canada for Romanian origin goods
- CBSA assessment and revenue management portal (CARM)
- Shipping Canadian e-commerce Orders to Romania and the EU
- Information necessary for a shipping quote between Canada and Romania
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Best Shipping Options to Romania from Canada
There are several shipping options available for sending goods from Canada to Romania. The best option for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences, such as the type and size of the goods you are shipping, the speed of delivery you require, and your budget.
Here are some common shipping options that you might consider:
- Air freight: This is the fastest shipping option with door to door delivery
- Ocean freight: Option for shipping full container load (FCL) and large bulk orders between Romania and Canada.
- Commercial carriers such as FedEx, DHL, UPS and their partners.
- Postal services options are generally the best option for sending personal items to Romania.
Shipping Air versus Ocean between Canada and Romania
The best shipping option between Romania and Canada depends on several factors. In general, the lowest cost for small personal packages is via the local post. For heavier shipments, economy air freight is often the preferable option. Sea freight works best for pallet freight and large commercial orders. Useful information: Things to know about Ocean Shipping To and From Canada.
What is the cheapest way to send to Romania?
Canada post surface shipping options offer the lowest cost for sending personal items and small packages to Romania.
What does it cost to send a package to Romania?
The cost to send a package to Romania depends on the size and weight of the package. The shipping rate can vary from around $30 via Canada Post surface.
The price to send a 5 kilogram package averages over $200 via commercial courier.
Shipping packages to Romania via Canada Post
Canada Post offers low cost delivery for individuals shipping small packages to Romania. Packages sent via Canada Post to Romania and deliver via Posta Romana.
- Canada Post International Small Packet Surface and Air Options to Romania
- Canada Post International Parcel to Romania: Surface
- Canada Post Xpresspost International to Romania: Delivery within 2 weeks
Shipping packages to Romania via FedEx and UPS Canada
FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in North America and offer- along with DHL - dependable international express services from Canada.
Fedex and UPS shipping options to Romania include:
- International express priority air to Romania
- International economy air shipping to Romania
Delivery between Romania and Canada via Jet Worldwide
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Delivery to Romania via Purolator Courier
Purolator Courier, a subsidiary of Canada Post, offers international parcel delivery from Canada to Romania via partners, such as UPS. Purolator is a division of Canada Post.
Canadian Export declaration to Romania
Shipments with a value $2,000 and above (or otherwise with restrictions) require an export declaration from Canada. Read more about Canadian export declarations.
Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Romania
The default option for shipping internationally from Canada is delivery duty paid by the receiver. Common carriers use the term EXW. This assigns all import costs to the consignee. Shippers from Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver. Most carriers offer a delivery duty payable by shipper option. Useful information: 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 add tax that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.
Romania Customs Clearance for Goods shipping from Canada
Importing Goods to Romania from Canada
- Obtain an import license: Confirm if the goods you are shipping require an an import license to Romania
- Applicable duties and taxes on imports assess using the classification of goods (read more about HS Codes), the value of the shipment and country of origin.
- Necessary documents include a commercial invoice, a packing list, and a bill of lading or air waybill
Romania customs assesses duty and taxes on the CIF value (Cost of the goods plus the cost for transportation and insurance). Romania uses the Harmonize System HS codes to assess the rate of duty. A commercial invoice or other supporting documents.
Value add tax (VAT) in Romania is applies for shipments from Canada. Even if importing duty free.
EORI Number to Romania
Companies in the EU are necessary 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 Romania
The EU classification system consists of three maincomponents.
- The first component is the Harmonize System: chapters (2 digits), headings (4 digits), and subheadings (6 digits).Read about HS Codes.
- The second component is the Combine Nomenclature: EU specific codes via an eight-digit coding system.
- The third component is the Integrating 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.
Duty Free Clearance of low value Canadian parcels to Romania
Most online orders shipping to Romania with a value under €150 (around CA$220) can be import duty free. VAT will be assesses on all shipments.
All EU imports subject to VAT.
Read more: IOSS and pre-payment of VAT to EU countries
E-commerce shipments with a value under EUR 150 can be import via One-Stop Shop (IOSS) processes.
For details on IOSS and the otherEU’s VAT rules, visit: Publications Office of the European Union.
Duty Free Clearance Canadian goods to Romania under CETA
Most Favour Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable for good trading between Romania 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 Romania apply to goods that do not meet the rules of origin (non-originating goods) under CETA.
Useful information regarding a certificate of origin
The European Canadian Free Trade agreement allows duty free entry of Canadian origin goods importing to Romania. The qualifying goods must include a certificate of origin.
Regarding duty free eligibility under CETA:
Country origin rules determine if the product is eligible for preferential duty free treatment under CETA.
Canadian shipments to Romania do not require a formal certificate. A declaration - or certification statement-on the invoice or other accompanying the shipment is enough.
The CETA country of origin declaration has a specific wording. Check with up to date regulations before shipping.
Shipping from Romania TO Canada
The common carrier shipping options from Romania to Canada include Posta Romana (the best option for individuals, DHL, FedEx and UPS. Get a shipping quote to Canada from Romania.
FedEx and UPS Shipping Options from Romania to Canada Include:
- International air express to Canada from Romania
- International economy air shipping to Canada
Clearance of consignments Shipping from Romania to Canada
Consignments importing from Romania to Canada are subject to duty and taxes. Most imports with a value under CAD 20 can be import duty-free and tax-free. Shipments under CAD $3,300 can be import under Courier Low-Value Shipment (CLVS) processes.
Consignments containing Romanian 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 to all other imports
Contact Jet’s logistics team to get an estimate of import fees.
Simpler Origin Statement for Shipping TO Canada from Romania
For imports not exceeding $3,300 to Canada, there is no requirement for proof of origin at time of import. The requirement on the importer to maintain records applies for all shipments. Paperwork to keep on file includes the commercial invoice and B3 entry document.
Shipping Canadian e-commerce Orders to Romania and the EU
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