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Moving To Canada
If you are relocating between Canada and USA, International Sea & Air Shipping can offer you a smooth and stress free service. You can choose between sea or air shipping depending on your budget, requirements and availability and your belongings will be delivered safely.
When Moving to Canada
When you are moving to Canada, an International Moving Expert will monitor the entire process to make it seamless and bring the most suitable moving options for you depending on your requirements. Your criteria may include:
- When will you be moving to Canada?
- Do you have a preference for air or sea shipping and what is the availability?
- How long do you intend to stay in Canada?
The Cost of Moving to Canada
Cost of moving anywhere internationally depends on a number of aspects. When you are moving to Canada from USA the cost will vary regarding the cubic footage of your cargo and also the distance of the destination. The far interior of Canada you will be moving the more will be the increase in the cost.
However, to get the exact information regarding the cost you have to arrange a for a site inspector. A thorough survey of your household, belongings will give you the proper estimate on the cubic footage which in turn will help in getting the exact estimation of cost for moving to Canada from the U.S.
About Canada
The second largest country in the world after China, Canada is a North American country that is stretched from seas to sea, justifying its official motto “From Sea to Sea”. The name Canada has originated from “Kanata” which in the in St Lawrence Iroquoian word means, village or settlement.
Canada is the 2nd largest country by total area in the world, after Russia and sharing the land border with USA. Canada’s leading emigrating countries are China, Philippines and India followed by France, Ireland, Ukraine, Italy and Netherlands.
Canada is also a land of exquisite natural beauty, festivals, adventure and cuisines. Art festival, music festival, hot-air balloon festivals are some of the several big events here. Fishing, canoeing, kayaking, boating, skiing, hiking are only the few of the galore of adventure sports that Canada offers.
Canada is one of the world's wealthiest nations, with a high per-capita income after USA, Germany, Brazil, and Spain. The largest foreign importers of Canadian goods are the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan and the world's largest suppliers of agricultural products.
Custom Regulations for Canada:
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport
- Visa (if applicable)
- Work Permit (if applicable)
- Inventory (in English or French) giving a detailed list of appliances and electronics with make, model, serial number, etc.
- Customs Manifest (Form A8A)
- Previous airport or United States/Canada Border Declaration
- Importers Declaration for Customs
- Immigration papers for immigrants
- Landed Immigrant Application (if applicable)
- Letter of Undertaking (not always necessary)
- Returning Canadians will also need to provide the following documents:
- Proof of Residency outside of Canada
- Monthly statements, letter from employer, rent receipts, Income Tax, etc.
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- CUSTOMER AND/OR SPOUSE MUST BE PRESENT AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE (FAILURE TO APPEAR IMMEDIATELY WILL RESULT IN BONDED STORAGE AT CUSTOMER'S EXPENSE)
- Used household goods and personal effects may be duty-free if Customer was a resident of Canada returning after an absence of at least one year or was a former resident who has been a resident of another country for at least one year.
- All shipments are subject to inspection
- If Customer has been residing outside Canada for at least a year, but less than five years, household goods and personal effects must have been in Customer's ownership, possession and use for at least six months (Bill of Sale and Registration documents required to prove age)
- Items must not be sold or lent within one year of importation
- Air shipments must be cleared within 48 hours to avoid storage charges
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- Importation of alcohol requires a detailed list (giving type, size, and quantity) and an Import Permit
- Provincial and federal duties and taxes will be assessed
- DO NOT ship wine between October 1 and March 31 to avoid possibility of freezing
- Tobacco products
- Foodstuffs in reasonable quantities are permitted
- Meat
- Authorization must be granted before import
- Pornographic materials
- Commercial quantities of anything pay duties
- New items (Customer must supply Bill of Sale for any new item which may be questioned by the Customs office)
- Radio equipment (CB's and walkie-talkies)
- Office equipment (even if used)
- Handguns require a permit (but are very seldom granted)
- Pistols, revolvers or fully automatic firearms are not permitted for sporting purposes and require a Police Permit
- Hunting rifles or shotguns for sporting purposes (that are not adapted) are not restricted
- No restrictions apply on air pistols or air rifles provided the muzzle velocity does not exceed 500 feet per second
- Any one item valued at $10,000 or over is dutiable
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Weapons (except as stated above),explosives, fireworks and all ammunition
- Narcotic drugs
- Animal products on the endangered species list
- Plants, sand and other related matter require a Phytosanitary Certificate and Import Permit issued in advance by the Department of Agriculture
- Some fruits and vegetables are prohibited
- NOTE: INCLUSION OF ANY OF THE ABOVE ITEMS IN THE SHIPMENT WILL DELAY CUSTOMS AND RESULT IN ADDITIONAL EXPENSES FOR THE CUSTOMER
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety and Emission control regulations apply
- Vehicles over 15 years old are subject to different regulations and costly modifications may be required
- Vehicle must bear the "Statement of Compliance" label affixed by the manufacturer
- Vehicle may be subject to local taxes but are duty-free
- Form K-22, immediate registration and licensing is required for exemption from duties
- Documents required:
- Registration
- Proof of ownership
PETS
- All pets require an International Health and Inoculation Certificate and Inspection by the Department of Agriculture
- Dogs, birds, livestock, and horses three months old or older from the United States can be imported provided they are accompanied by a certificate signed and dated by a veterinarian, showing that the animal has been vaccinated against rabies within the last year. Pets must be vaccinated at least 30 days prior to entry.
- The certificate must identify the animal by breed, age, sex, color, and any distinguishing marks
- Quarantine will be required for some types of animals
- Length depends on the type of animal and country of origin
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International Sea & Air Shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Motto : From Sea to Sea
Capital : Ottawa
National Anthem : "O Canada"
Geography
Location : Northern North America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean on the east, North Pacific Ocean on the west, and the Arctic Ocean on the north, north of the conterminous US
Area : Total : 9,984,670 sq km Land : 9,093,507 sq km
Water : 891,163 sq km
Climate : Varies from temperate in south to subarctic and arctic in north
People
Nationality : Canadian(s)
Population : 34,030,589 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : Toronto 5.377 million; Montreal 3.75 million; Vancouver 2.197 million; OTTAWA (capital) 1.17 million; Calgary 1.16 million (2009)
Languages : English (official) 58.8%, French (official) 21.6%, Other 19.6% (2006 Census)
Economy
GDP : $1.335 trillion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Canadian dollars (CAD) per US dollar - 1.0346 (2010), 1.1431 (2009), 1.0364 (2008), 1.0724 (2007), 1.1334 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 1,404 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 1,042,300 km
Waterways : 636 km
Ports & Terminals : Fraser River Port, Halifax, Hamilton, Montreal, Port-Cartier, Quebec City, Saint John (New Brunswick), Sept-Isles, Vancouver
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