Import commercial goods into Canada
How do I import commercial goods into Canada?
CBSA’s commercial-import guide organizes the work from identifying goods and applicable duties through business setup, reporting, release and accounting. Use the sections that apply to the goods and shipment rather than treating every import as the same.
Where to begin
- Gather information about the goods and check the duties and taxes that apply.
- Follow the business-setup instructions for importing.
- Arrange shipment and meet the reporting requirements.
- Follow the release, accounting and payment instructions.
- Use the correction and compliance sections when records or declarations need attention.
Before you open the official service
- Description and origin of the goods
- Business and shipment details, kept on official systems
Keep your actual documents and account details off this website. Use the official service’s current checklist before applying.
What to check for your situation
The product and shipment determine the applicable rules. Check whether other agencies regulate the goods.
Fees, processing times and document rules can change. This page helps you navigate; it does not confirm eligibility or replace the government’s instructions.
Official sources
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