Shipping to Canada

Do you want to ship to Canada but don't know how? We teach you, below you will find all the information necessary to make your shipment to Canada from the United States successfully. Specifically we will talk to you about:

  • What should you do to send your parcel to Canada from the USA .
  • The different companies and services for shipping parcels or documents.
  • Products that you can or cannot send.
  • Possible delivery times.
  • Finally, we will give you some tips that you should take into account before making your shipment.

How to send packages to Canada from the USA?

The first thing you should do if you want to send a package to Canada is to research and compare different shipping companies, with this you will find the one that best suits your needs and budget. Then find out from the company about possible restrictions and regulations when shipping to Canada from the United States. Now you must go to the shipping company's office with your package, give it to the company's staff, provide its details, the shipping address and the recipient's information. Keep in mind that if the items you want to send are new , you must present their invoice . When giving the address you must provide reference points to facilitate the location of the delivery site. Finally, make the payment for the service. Below we will mention some companies with which you could send packages to Canada from the USA :

  • Parcelabc: Offers you door-to-door collection services around the world. It has excellent prices.
  • DHL : Various shipping options. Packing and packaging service for those cases where you cannot do it yourself.
  • FedEx : Various shipping options and extensive coverage in Canada. Offers packing and packing service.
  • UPS : Company known worldwide. Send goods, packages and documents.

Shipping Address

When you deliver the package to the company, you must give the destination address as detailed as possible and make sure that this information is correct . With this tool you can verify the zip code. In addition, it offers a contact number to communicate with the recipient of the package. In this way, the company will be able to locate the destination more easily and communicate with the recipient in case any eventuality occurs. In Canada, addresses are made up of the following elements: department number; street name; city code; province and postal code. Remember that the code for telephone numbers in Canada is +1 .

Package Details

You will also have to tell the company staff the details of your package . From your weight in kilograms to your size in centimeters. Also, indicate what type of merchandise you want to send to Canada. If your items are new you must bring the invoices with you.

Regulations and legal aspects

It is important that you consult with your shipping company about possible regulations and restrictions when sending a package to Canada from the United States. We will soon share with you a list of items that you can and cannot send to Canada.

Check that everything is in order

After completing your shipment, the company must give you a guide or invoice . At this time, do not forget to verify the destination data and details of the package you are sending . This way you can correct any possible errors and avoid delays in the arrival of your package.

Parcel Shipping to Canada

You can send

  • Vitamins and supplements.
  • Toys.
  • Vehicle parts.
  • Textiles.
  • Documents.
  • Footwear.
  • Meal.
  • Over the counter drugs.
  • Clothes.
  • Drinks.
  • Cosmetics.
  • Electronic equipment.
  • Pharmaceutical products.
  • Prescription medications.

You can't send

  • Ready-to-eat foods.
  • Batteries.
  • Dry ice.
  • Gel bags.
  • Firearms and ammunition.
  • Compressed gas.
  • Safety briefcases.
  • Paint.
  • Air purifiers.
  • Toxic substances.

How much does shipping to Canada cost?

The different package shipping companies on the market have online quotes that will allow you to obtain an estimated price for your package shipping to Canada. We here at Parcel USA also offer you our online quote where you can compare the different prices of the companies and make your shipment to Canada in the most economical way possible.

Calculate the cost of your package to Canada from the USA

It is important that you know that the final cost of your shipment to Canada from the United States is conditioned by several factors , among them are the size and weight of the package, distance between the city of origin and the city of destination, delivery time, among others. . If you send packages weighing between 1 to 10 kg to Canada, it can take between 1 and 3 days and the prices are between $40.43 and $219.09, this when hiring services from companies such as FedEx, Parcelabc or DHL. Now we will present you with some price tables that will give you an idea of the cost of your shipping:

Shipping to Canada from Houston : Documents up to 1kg

COMPANY SERVICE DELIVERY TIME PRICE
FedEx Express service 1 day $91.88
Parcelabc Premium 1 to 2 days $40.43
DHL Worldwide Express 1 to 3 days $62.79

Shipping to Canada from Houston : 5kg packages

COMPANY SERVICE DELIVERY TIME PRICE
FedEx Express service 1 day $117.09
Parcelabc Premium 1 to 2 days $51.43
DHL Worldwide Express 1 to 3 days $111.79

Shipping to Canada from Houston: 10kg packages

COMPANY SERVICE DELIVERY TIME PRICE
FedEx Express service 1 day $156.27
Parcelabc Premium 1 to 2 days $128.32
DHL Worldwide Express 1 to 3 days $219.09

Shipping to Canada Near me

If you want to locate the branch of the company of your choice closest to you, we invite you to use our branch finder . With this tool provided by US Packages you will be able to find the parcel stores located in the main cities such as Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Las Vegas, Orlando, Tampa, Los Angeles, among others.

Tips for making your shipment to Canada

Finally, we will give you some tips so that you can send your shipment to Canada from the United States successfully and without problems:

  • Hire a packing and packaging service so that your items arrive safely.
  • Ask your shipping company about legal restrictions and regulations for shipping to Canada .
  • If you are looking for your shipment to be as economical as possible , quote your shipment with different companies .

If you want to learn more about shipping packages, parcels and documents, visit our publications where you will find very useful guides, routes and recommendations so that you can make your shipments successfully.