What are duties and taxes and how do I determine them for my international shipments?
All shipments imported into Canada are subject to the assessment of duties and taxes (imposed by the importing country's government) by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The duty rate varies depending on the product type and the country where it was manufactured. The amount of duties and taxes for an item primarily depends on the item's value in Canadian dollars and the purpose for the shipment, such as a gift. In addition to the duty, tax (e.g., GST, PST, QST, and HST) and other related fees may apply. Customs officials assess duties and taxes based on information provided on the air waybill, the Commercial Invoice and other relevant documents.
To calculate duties and taxes, please refer to the Determine Duties and Taxes tab in the Duty & Tax Resources section of the International Shipping Guide.
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