How do I ship a package from US to Canada?
Mailing documents to Canada is easy. You can visit the U.S. Post Office, or mail via UPS or FedEx. Door-to-door delivery is an option or you can mail for pickup services via ground or air services. Although mailing documents is easy, the price for crossing the border is higher than typical postage.
How much does it cost to ship a package from US to Canada?
USPS Shipping Options to Canada
| Mail Class | Delivery Time | Rates |
|---|---|---|
| Priority Mail Express International Flat Rate (Envelopes) | 3 to 5 business days | Starts at $44.95 |
| Priority Mail International | 6 to 10 business days | Starts at $37.47 |
| First Class Package International Service | 11 to 20 business days | Starts at $14.11 |
Is it cheaper to ship UPS or USPS to Canada?
Generally, shipments to Canada take 2-7 days to reach final delivery. Cost-effective services that are similar to USPS Priority Mail are UPS Standard and FedEx International Ground. Under 3 lbs, these services tend to cost about $4 more than USPS. UPS and FedEx may charge additional fees on top of the delivery fees.
How much does it cost to send a small package to Canada?
For a first-class letter to Canada, the first 3.5 ounces of postage costs $2.08. A Priority Mail International Flat Rate envelope costs $25.85 with an expected delivery in six to 10 business days.
Do I have to pay customs for package from US to Canada?
Any item mailed to Canada may be subject to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and/or duty. Unless specifically exempted, you must pay the 5% GST on items you import into Canada by mail. The CBSA calculates any duties owing based on the value of the goods in Canadian funds.
What is the cheapest way to send a small parcel to Canada?
Our slower tracked mail services like eTrak and TrakPak use Canada Post and are less expedited so take between 7 and 14 working days. If you want to send a heavy package to Canada, then tracked mail is often the cheapest way of sending a parcel to Canada and offers great value for low value and non-urgent parcels.
What is the cheapest way to send a parcel to Canada?
If you want to send a heavy package to Canada, then tracked mail is often the cheapest way of sending a parcel to Canada and offers great value for low value and non-urgent parcels.
Can you send USPS flat rate boxes to Canada?
Priority Mail International® service is a reliable and economical way to ship to more than 180 countries, including Canada, Mexico, and Australia. Flat Rate option: Ship using free Flat Rate Boxes and Envelopes (envelopes and small boxes up to 4 lbs, medium and large boxes up to 20 lbs), starting at $29.60.
How do I avoid customs charges from USA to Canada?
However, there is a way to avoid those extra charges by self- clearing the package and dealing directly with CBSA.
- To self-clear.
- UPS Brokerage fees.
- FedEx Brokerage fee.
- DHL Brokerage fees.
- Duty and Taxes Estimator.
How much can you ship from US to Canada without paying duty?
You can claim up to CAN$800 worth of goods without paying any duty and taxes. You must have the tobacco and alcohol with you when you enter Canada, but the rest of the goods can arrive later by mail, courier or delivery agency.
How much does postage to Canada cost?
Sending envelopes and letters to addresses in Canada is easily the most cost-effective solution, particularly when you send your letters via the USPS. International postage (for first-class postage) starts at $1.20, covering the postage costs for up to 3 ounces of mail to be delivered to any address in Canada.
Is it cheaper to use a flat rate box or your own box?
While Medium and Large Flat Rate boxes may be free, using your own packaging is often CHEAPER than shipping Priority Mail Flat rate, thanks to a “secret” USPS mail class called Priority Mail Cubic.