Send a Parcel to Canada
Wondering how to send a parcel to Canada? FedEx offers a variety of flexible and affordable delivery solutions for sending a package to Canada quickly and securely.
Price of a parcel to Canada
Whether you want to send a package to Canada or anywhere in the world, FedEx offers delivery options varied and inexpensive.
What is the price of a parcel to Canada? The shipping costs of your international shipments are based on several factors, such as the type of package sent, its size, weight, origin and destination, and the delivery times. If you're not interested in fast delivery, there are other options.
For shipments weighing over 68 kg*, our services can also be used to send freight securely to Canada.
You'll find a list of our services here.
Parcel shipments up to 68 kg
To send a parcel from France to Canada weighing less than 68 kg, there are various delivery options to suit your schedule and budget.
| Delivery Speed | Our Service |
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| 1 business day | FedEx International First®Before 10:00 a.m. Ship with peace of mind with our morning delivery service to selected destinations worldwide. |
| 1-3 business days | FedEx International Priority® Express Before 12 p.m. A premium door-to-door parcel delivery service, including customs clearance, that quickly delivers your goods anywhere in the world. |
| 1-3 business days | FedEx International Priority®By end of day A reliable door-to-door delivery and customs clearance service, enabling you to deliver almost anywhere in the world in just a few days. |
| 1-4 business days | FedEx® International Connect Plus For e-commerce shipments A defined-day, door-to-door delivery service for e-commerce companies, including customs clearance, tracking, notifications and returns. |
| 2-5 business days | FedEx® International Economy A cost-effective solution for your non-urgent shipments, allowing door-to-door delivery, including customs clearance. |
| 2-10 business days | FedEx® International Connect For all your standard e-commerce shipments up to 30 kg. |
Freight shipments over 68 kg
For packages weighing between 68 kg and 1000 kg, here are our delivery options in Canada:
Delivery speed |
Our Service |
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| 1-3 business days | FedEx International Priority® Freight Priority service for your larger shipments.
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| 3-6 business days | FedEx International Economy® Freight A simple, affordable service for bulky consignments and pallets. |
| View our shipping options for sending freight Request a quote to get more detailed information about our shipping charges and create a FedEx account to access our promotional offer. |
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*Service availability and delivery times depend on the postal codes of the shipping and destination locations. All FedEx services are subject to FedEx Express Terms and Conditions of Carriage from FedEx Express.
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What to consider when shipping to Canada:
Each country has different rules and regulations for importing. To ensure a successful delivery when you send a parcel to Canada, here are some general aspects to consider:
- To begin with, make sure your items are not on restrictions and prohibited items the list of items prohibited by Canadian regulations.
- Canada regulates the importation of many types of goods, including food, electronics, drugs and medical devices, which may require additional licensing and certification. If you’re shipping this type of merchandise, please consult the list of documents to be provided.
- The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union has eliminated most import duties on goods originating in the European Union or Canada. A simple declaration of preferential origin on your commercial invoice (or any other commercial document) will suffice. Read more.
- It is essential for Canadian customs authorities that the documentation contains an accurate description of the contents and value of your package, to ensure rapid clearance of your goods.
How to send a parcel to Canada
Sending a parcel to Canada has never been easier thanks to our affordable rates, easy-to-use online tools and unique expertise in international shipping. Simply follow these steps :
- Determine your desired delivery times and budget.
- Protect the contents of your shipment by choosing the right packaging. You can use your own packaging or that offered by FedEx. Find out more about our packing instructions.
- Use our free online delivery tool, FedEx Ship Manager™, to quickly print your shipping label.
- Our tools will help you gather the documents and information you need for customs clearance. Get the harmonized code for your goods in just a few clicks. Create and send your commercial invoice (and other customs documents) online with FedEx® Electronic Trade Documents.
- All that's left to do is hand over your package to FedEx at one of our proximity points, or schedule a pickup via your user account. One of our couriers will collect it from the location of your choice.
- Thanks to real-time tracking and our notifications, you and your recipient can check the status of your delivery every step of the way.
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What can be sent by parcel to Canada ?
So, what can you send to Canada? Can we send alcohol to Canada, for example?
For alcoholic beverages, only organizations licensed by the Canadian government are authorized to carry out this type of shipment. Other products, such as explosives, firearms or drugs, are prohibited on the FedEx network.
Perishable foods are also banned, including foie gras. Cheese and chocolate can cross the border, provided they do not exceed 20 kg per package.
For a list of products authorized to enter Canada, please refer to the Automated Import Reference System (AIRS), available on the Canadian government's official website.
Customs duties
Various documents are required to clear Canadian customs, depending on the type of goods exported and their commercial value. The most common are the Air Waybill, required for all international shipments, and the commercial invoice.
Don't forget: if your goods originate in the EU or Canada, they may be eligible for the lower or zero CETA preferential tariff, thanks to a simple declaration of origin (no official certificate required).
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FedEx Express Terms and Conditions of Carriage for Europe apply to the carriage of FedEx shipments originating intra-Europe.
Please note that the relevant conditions of carriage limit and in some instances exclude the liability of FedEx.