Customs FAQ's

What is a B13 (B13A) Export Declaration?
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requires exporters to declare all goods that require an Export Declaration (B13A) prior to leaving Canada. Exporter...
Mon, 26 Aug, 2019 at 11:00 AM
What is a Commerical Invoice?
The Commercial Invoice is prepared by an exporter of goods. It is a document required by the foreign buyer to prove ownership of the goods and arrange for p...
Mon, 26 Aug, 2019 at 2:18 PM
Certificate of Origin
The Certificate of Origin is a signed document from the manufacturer indicating the goods are of Canadian origin and meet the requirements of free trade agr...
Mon, 26 Aug, 2019 at 2:37 PM
Importing Goods Into Canada
When importing goods into Canada via courier, you can use the courier as a customs broker or choose your own.  You'll need to have your own customs ...
Fri, 30 Aug, 2019 at 1:35 PM
My shipment didn't clear customs. Who is at fault?
Ship long enough and you'll likely encounter a delay because of an issue with a Customs agency. Sometimes the delays are due to random inspections by an...
Mon, 26 Aug, 2019 at 3:26 PM
What is Customs?
Customs refers to a federal agency or authority of a country that is responsible for the collection of duties and taxes on imported or exported goods.  ...
Mon, 26 Aug, 2019 at 10:59 PM
Bonded Storage
When your shipment cannot clear customs due to inaccurate or missing paperwork, the shipment is typically stored in a bonded sufferance warehouse and storag...
Mon, 26 Aug, 2019 at 11:19 PM
Understanding HS Classification
HS Classification, also known as Harmonized System Classification, is an international standard for categorizing and classifying traded products. It'...
Thu, 14 Dec, 2023 at 3:34 PM
UPS Paperless Invoice
Enable UPS Paperless for Commercial Invoices Today for International Shipping by UPS When you ship internationally and select UPS as your courier, use Solu...
Tue, 19 Dec, 2023 at 4:46 PM