What is the duty-free threshold in Canada?

The de minimis threshold is 20 CAD. Below this, no duties apply but GST/HST still applies.

Do I pay GST on oopbuy imports?

Yes, GST (5%) applies to all imports. Provincial HST may also apply depending on your province.

How long to ship to Canada?

Express takes 5-10 days, standard shipping takes 12-25 days to major cities.

Canada Shipping Guide for Oopbuy Spreadsheet

Shipping to Canada requires understanding GST/HST, customs duties, and provincial regulations. This Canada shipping guide provides oopbuy spreadsheet buyers with essential information for smooth deliveries across all Canadian provinces.

Shipping Lines to Canada

Shipping Line	Delivery Time	Cost (1kg)	Best Province
UPS Express	5-10 days	$40-50 CAD	All provinces
DHL Express	5-8 days	$42-52 CAD	ON, BC, QC
FedEx	7-12 days	$38-48 CAD	All provinces
Canada Post	15-25 days	$22-30 CAD	Rural areas

Canadian Customs and Taxes

Canada has a 20 CAD de minimis threshold for duty-free imports. Below this value, only GST/HST applies. Above this value, duties may apply depending on the product category. Clothing typically has 18% duty plus GST/HST (5-15% depending on province). CBSA handles all customs processing.

Canada Shipping Tips

Keep shipments under 20 CAD value to avoid duties
Use DHL or UPS for faster customs in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal
Consider rural Canada Post delivery for remote areas
Declare items as "fashion accessories" with accurate values

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