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1. Preparing to import
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2. Classifying your goods
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3. Determining duties and taxes
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4. Shipping and reporting your goods
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5. Getting your goods released-CBSA
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6. After your goods are released
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Additional information
Services of a Customs Broker
You may feel comfortable preparing your own release and accounting documentation and transacting business directly with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) or you may authorize a Licensed Customs Broker to act as your agent to transact business. It is important to remember that you are ultimately responsible for the accounting documentation, payment of duties and taxes, and subsequent corrections such as re-determination of classification, origin and valuation even if you use the services of a broker.
The CBSA licenses customs brokers to carry out customs-related responsibilities on your behalf to clear goods across the Canadian border. A broker’s service typically includes:
- Obtaining the release of the imported goods;
- Paying any duties that may apply;
- Obtaining, preparing and presenting or transmitting the necessary documents or data;
- Maintaining records; and
- Responding to any CBSA concerns after payment.
Consult the CBSA‘s licensed customs broker list should you wish to use the services of a broker.
Note:
You will have to pay a fee for these services, which the brokerage firm will establish with you. Brokers do not work for the federal government; they are private agents licensed by the CBSA.