Ports: Vancouver, Montreal, Halifax
Prohibited
The following items are prohibited from being shipped into Canada:
- Weapons (with the exceptions of those stated below), ammunition, explosives, and fireworks
- Narcotics
- Endangered animals and products made from the byproducts of endangered animals
- Sand, plants, and other similar items require a Phytosanitary Certificate and Import Permit from the Department of Agriculture in advance
- Some vegetables and fruits
Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco:
Customs Regulations: Any shipper aged 16 or over may import up to 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars and 2 lbs. of tobacco duty free. In addition, any person who meets the age requirements of the province through which they enter Canada, may bring in up to 40 oz. of liquor/ wine or 24 12 oz. cans or bottles of beer or ale.
Firearms and Weapons:
Required Documents: Handguns – A permit is required (but very seldom granted).
Customs Regulations: Regular hunting rifles or shotguns, as described by the manufacturer and which are not adapted, are fine. There are no restrictions on air pistols and air rifles, provided the muzzle velocity does not exceed 500 feet per second.
Household Goods and Personal Effects:
Required Documents: Work permit holders are required to have temporary entry form E29B and the deposit against duties and taxes equivalent to 20% of the value (up to a maximum deposit of $750 Canadian) of their effects.
Customs Regulations: For landed immigrants, goods must have been in ownership and use before arrival.
Returning Resident: Must have been outside country for 1-5 years and goods must have been in their personal use for at least 6 months prior to arrival.
Vehicles:
Customs Regulations: Mandatory safety and emission standards apply to vehicles manufactured after 1/1/71.
Remarks: Even though the owner may be entitled to duty- and tax-free entry, some provinces/states may charge a sales tax.
Pets:
Required Documents: All pets must have an International Health and Inoculation Certificate as well as an Inspection by the Department of Agriculture. Dogs, horses, birds, and livestock over the age of three (3) months must have a certificate completed by a vet stating they were vaccinated against rabies within a year. Vaccinations must be current and administered within thirty (30) days of shipping to Canada.
Quarantine: Some animals will require quarantine. The length of quarantine varies based on the type of animal and the country of origin.
Electricity:
- Voltage 120 V
- Type A North American/Japanese 2-blade plugs
For more info visit the Canada Customs Website.