Shipping equipment or machinery to Canada from the United States is not as difficult as many think, especially if you know what to consider. First, there are the costs and the logistics to sort out. Where is your load coming from, who can transport it, and how much will it cost? At Trusted Dispatch, getting your shipping quote from the United States to Canada is quick and easy. Use our online tool to enter your pick-up location, drop-off destination, details for the load, and you’ll get your quote instantly.
Next, you’ll want to consider the paperwork and regulations associated with shipping across the border and the cost of potential duties and tariffs on your shipment. We recommend a trusted and professional customs broker to act on your behalf. Not only will they make the paperwork so much easier, but they can also save you time and money. Let’s discuss the six costs, considerations, and options you can explore to prepare your load for cross-border shipping.
Finding a Shipping Company
Our professional, experienced, and fully cargo-insured drivers have the authority to ship heavy loads cross border between the United States and Canada. Shipping in Canada, the USA, or across the border is an easy three-step process when you use Trusted Dispatch. Start by getting your instant free quote, then publish your load for free and connect with a professional driver who will deliver your load safely and on time. If you’ve never imported or exported machinery or equipment across the border, it’s not as complicated as you might imagine. If you have questions about the process, call us for a chat. We’re happy to answer any of your shipping questions.
Calculating the US to Canada Shipping Cost
You can get an instant quote on the cost of shipping with Trusted Dispatch online, anytime, using our website or our mobile app. Enter the pick-up and drop-off locations, along with the specs for the equipment getting shipped, and you’ll instantly receive a quote that you can save for later or post right away. The distance the load has to travel, along with the weight and dimensions of the load, will determine the shipping cost.
Hiring a Customs Broker
Shipping heavy machinery or farm equipment across the Canada-United States border doesn’t need to be complicated when you have an experienced customs broker working for you. Licensed customs brokers stay updated with international shipping regulations and have a wealth of experience filling out the necessary paperwork without errors. Hiring a customs broker can make the process go a lot smoother and might even save you money if you are a regular importer.
A customs broker’s job is to interact with the border agencies and take care of operations on your behalf. Customs brokers ensure that your load meets the applicable compliance requirements and follows customs regulations. They can also sign documents for you, prepare and process all related import and export forms, and submit payments of duties and taxes. While we don’t look after customs paperwork here at Trusted Dispatch, we can recommend several trusted customs brokers who can.
Researching Import Regulations
Importing and exporting across the Canada and United States border comes with a set of rules and regulations that are frequently shifting. You can monitor these changes by visiting the websites for each country, but keeping up-to-date with the shifting policies can take time. Hiring a customs broker is a great way to help get your load across the border without delays or problems.
Filling Out Customs Paperwork
The paperwork required to ship heavy equipment into Canada can be time-consuming, but it is an essential step for any cross-border shipping. As the shipper, it’s your responsibility to ensure your documents and receipts are in order, and a professional customs broker can help in this process. We recommend hiring a customs broker before arranging your shipment to avoid unnecessary complications at the border. We have a list of trusted customs brokers that we recommend, or you can find your own using the resources listed by the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) or the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). A customs broker will also verify that all the necessary details are filled in correctly and accurately..
Preparing for Duties and Tariffs
Duties and tariffs are charges the government places on items imported from other countries. The amount of duty or tariff you’ll be required to pay on your equipment will depend on what pieces you are shipping. When shipping goods arrive at the border, they are processed and evaluated before being assigned the appropriate fee, according to the import regulations for that country. Your customs broker can help provide you with an idea of what the charges will be before you ship your load. They are also authorized to deliver or approve the payments on your behalf.
Cross Border Heavy Load Shipping Companies
Shipping heavy equipment to Canada is easy when you use Trusted Dispatch. You can use our free online tool to get your shipping quote instantly without obligations. We also had a list of recommended customs brokers to choose from to work on your behalf. Give us a call if you have any questions about the process. Our team is available and happy to offer advice for shipping equipment to Canada.
