Shipping from Canada to the UK
International shipping can be a complex and confusing process, especially when shipping from Canada to the UK. We’re here to give you a run down on the ins and outs of cross border selling, and how to effectively manage your shipments from Canada into the UK.
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Shipping from Canada to the UK
International shipping can be a complex and confusing process, especially when shipping from Canada to the UK. We’re here to give you a run down on the ins and outs of cross border selling, and how to effectively manage your shipments from Canada into the UK.
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Looking to ship from Canada to the UK?
As members of the common wealth, Canada has strong ties with the United Kingdom, and not only this, but the UK is actually one of Canada’s largest trading partners.
The UK signed a trade agreement with Canada which came into force on 1 April 2021.
As a result of this, postage links between Canada and the UK are strong, making it easier to utilise the power and benefits of cross-border selling.
Things to consider when shipping from Canada to the UK
Nonetheless, regardless of whether or not you are a sending individual parcels, or cargo shipments, there are still some things that you need to take into consideration before you start shipping from Canada to the UK
Lets discuss them…
Shipping Methods; How to ship your goods from Canada to the UK…
Depending on the destination and type of goods being shipped, there are a different shipping methods when it comes to importing your goods into the UK from Canada, with each method having its pros and cons.
Its also crucial that you have the right documentation in place in order to avoid any issues that may arise from having incorrect documentation for your shipment.
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
Looking to ship from Canada to the UK?
As members of the common wealth, Canada has strong ties with the United Kingdom, and not only this, but the UK is actually one of Canada’s largest trading partners.
The UK signed a trade agreement with Canada which came into force on 1 April 2021.
As a result of this, postage links between Canada and the UK are strong, making it easier to utilise the power and benefits of cross-border selling.
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
Things to consider when shipping from Canada to the UK…
Nonetheless, regardless of whether or not you are a sending individual parcels, or cargo shipments, there are still some things that you need to take into consideration before you start shipping from Canada to the UK
Lets discuss them…
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
Shipping methods…
Depending on the destination and type of goods being shipped, there are a different shipping methods when it comes to importing your goods into the UK from Canada, with each method having its pros and cons.
Its also crucial that you have the right documentation in place in order to avoid any issues that may arise from having incorrect documentation for your shipment.
Air and Sea Freight…
There are two ways to import your goods into the UK;
Air and Sea Freight…
There are two ways to import your goods into the UK;
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
TSPs Freight Forwarding Services
We provide a smooth process for international freight forwarding service, including specialised customs clearance, packing and chamber documentation- the perfect way to streamline your product transport.
Our freight forwarder offerings span the globe as we work across road, air and sea, providing an all–encompassing range of solutions.
We have a competitive, professional and efficient global network, with a considered approach that is always customer focused.
Shipping from the Canada into the UK has never been easier.
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
Packaging; How to ship your goods
It is essential that you use secure, proper packaging when importing your goods into the UK as you want to minimize the possibility of damage as much as you can to avoid losing out on money due to damaged, unusable stock.
The type of packaging you use is completely dependent on the product you are sending, including the size and weight of the product.
Explore our page on Dunnage where we discuss the different types of packaging and what they can be used for in order to ensure your shipment arrives safely and securely.
TSPs Freight Forwarding Services
We provide a smooth process for international freight forwarding service, including specialised customs clearance, packing and chamber documentation- the perfect way to streamline your product transport.
Our freight forwarder offerings span the globe as we work across road, air and sea, providing an all–encompassing range of solutions.
We have a competitive, professional and efficient global network, with a considered approach that is always customer focused.
Shipping from the Canada into the UK has never been easier.
What items are prohibited from being shipped?
Regardless of whether or not you are sending individual parcels, or an entire shipment of stock , there are certain items that are prohibited from being shipped and imported into the UK, so its important to familiarize yourself with these before you start trying to ship from Canada into the UK.
Prohibited items include;
- Endangered plants and species
- Rough diamonds
- Meat and dairy for personal consumption
- Pirated media
- Drugs
- Weapons
Check out the HMRC website for more information here
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Taxes and Tariffs…
Despite having strong ties with Canada, shippers are still required to pay taxes and import duties on certain items, but this is dependent on the product size, weight, value, shipping method, insurance coverage, time of year, and the specific end location within the UK.
Packaging; How to ship your goods into the UK
It is essential that you use secure, proper packaging when importing your goods into the UK as you want to minimize the possibility of damage as much as you can to avoid losing out on money due to damaged, unusable stock.
The type of packaging you use is completely dependent on the product you are sending, including the size and weight of the product.
Explore our page on Dunnage where we discuss the different types of packaging and what they can be used for in order to ensure your shipment arrives safely and securely.
Taxes and Tariffs…
Despite having strong ties with Canada, shippers are still required to pay taxes and import duties on certain items, but this is dependent on the product size, weight, value, shipping method, insurance coverage, time of year, and the specific end location within the UK.
Import Duty; What Is It? How Do I Calculate It?
When shipping goods into the UK from Canada, you are required to pay import duties and VAT to the UK government. The actual cost of your import duties is completely dependent on the items you’re shipping and what their value is.
If you are sending individual parcels, you will not have to pay anything to the delivery company to receive goods worth less than £135 unless they’re gifts over £39 or excise goods (for example, alcohol and tobacco).
If you are a business and are sending an entire shipment, to calculate your VAT and import duty costs its best to check out the UK government website which can be found here
VAT; What Is It? How Do I Calculate It?
When shipping goods to the UK from Canada, you will have to pay VAT (Value Added Tax)
When importing goods, the standard VAT rate is 20% of the declared value of your goods, import duty, and cost of shipping.
The only time you wont pay VAT is if your goods are worth £39 or less
Check out the government website for more information here
Paying Your VAT & Import Duty…
Fortunately, HMRC makes it easy and simple for you to pay your VAT and Import Duty charges.
Upon receiving the shipment, a courier will notify you of the outstanding charges left to pay on your goods shipment. All costs will need to be paid and cleared before your goods are released into the UK, and if you don’t pay you goods will be sent back to you and you will be charged for this too.
You have around 3 weeks to make a payment before your goods are returned to you, though it is best to pay this and get it out of the way as soon as possible.
Registering for your VAT number
It is important to understand the implications of Brexit on VAT.
As a US business owner, HMRC requires you to register with a UK VAT number which can be created using the HMRC website.
However, our VAT experts are on hand to help you get started with this, creating a more seamless, easy experience for you.
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
Registering your VAT number
It is important to understand the implications of Brexit on VAT.
As a US business owner, HMRC requires you to register with a UK VAT number which can be created using the HMRC website.
However, our VAT experts are on hand to help you get started with this, creating a more seamless, easy experience for you.
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
Customs Bonded Warehouse
Approved by HM Revenue and customs
The Storage Place is one of the very few independent storage companies in the North East of England with a dry bonded warehouse license
HMRC regulates all UK Customs Bonded Warehouses with strict import and export rules and regulations, which are regularly checked to ensure they are conforming with foreign trade zones. A bonded warehouse storage facility where imported merchandise can be processed and sold must be approved by HMRC (import and export) to allow for customs entry
By working with us, you can use our bonded warehouse and improve your cash flow.
Our Fulfilment Shipping Prices Start From Only £2.91
How TSP can help…
Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of dealing with all the ins and outs of shipping your goods into the UK? We get it.
Managing your business and its entire supply chain is hard enough as it is, never mind when you’re doing cross border selling.
Solution? Using TSP as your global fulfilment partner…
TSPs Custom Bonded Warehouse…
Approved by HM Revenue and customs
The Storage Place is one of the very few independent storage companies in the North East of England with a dry bonded warehouse license
HMRC regulates all UK Customs Bonded Warehouses with strict import and export rules and regulations, which are regularly checked to ensure they are conforming with foreign trade zones. A bonded warehouse storage facility where imported merchandise can be processed and sold must be approved by HMRC (import and export) to allow for customs entry
By working with us, you can use our bonded warehouse and improve your cash flow.
How TSP Fulfilment can help you ship your goods from Canada to the UK
Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of dealing with all the ins and outs of shipping your goods into the UK? We get it.
Managing your business and its entire supply chain is hard enough as it is, never mind when you’re doing cross border selling.
Solution? Using TSP as your global fulfilment partner.
Pay Less Duty Fees
Each time you send goods into the UK you will have to pay import and VAT fees, but using us as your fulfilment partner means you can send us your goods in bulk, rather than making smaller more frequent shipments. By sending things in bulk, you benefit by having to pay less since you won’t need to cover those charges as frequently. Not only this, but less shipments means you pay less on shipping fees too.
Quicker Order Fulfilment
Customers have high expectations and thanks to the likes of Amazon’s Next Day Prime shipping, customers expect rapid delivery.
The problem is, shipping from the US directly to your customer takes time, and while some customers don’t mind this, partnering with a UK 3PL means your UK customers can get their orders faster, giving you a competitive advantage and a higher level of customer satisfaction.
At TSP, we pride ourselves on fast, reliable service and have late cut-off times, meaning your customers can receive their orders as quickly as the next day.
Quicker Order Fulfilment
Customers have high expectations and thanks to the likes of Amazons Next Day Prime shipping, customers expect rapid delivery. Problem is, shipping from the US directly t your customer takes time, and while some customers don’t mind this, partnering with a UK 3PL means your UK customers can get their orders faster, giving you a competitive advantage and higher level of customer satisfaction.
At TSP, we pride ourselves on fast, reliable service and have late cut off times, meaning your customers can receive their orders as quickly as the next day.
Cost and Time Effective
If you handle everything yourself, the entire fulfilment process can be extremely time consuming and expensive. This means that you have less time to focus on marketing, networking, sales, and growth.
Handing everything over to TSP means we will manage everything from storing your goods, to picking, packing, and shipping, down to your returns and customer service enquiries. All you need to worry about is sending in your shipments and focusing on your growth.
Access to UK Experts
If you aren’t familiar with the UK market it can be quite daunting, its a whole new world to learn. But, when you partner with us, you gain access to our teams expert level knowledge of the UK market, how it works, etc. We’re here to support you every step of the way and there will always be a dedicated point of contact for you.
Customer Service Support
If you are based in the US, you need to consider how the time difference impacts your customer service. If you deal with it yourself, you may not be able to deal with enquires within your customers expected time frame, leading to poor customer satisfaction.
That’s why we offer to handle your customer service for you. Your customers can receive timely responses and resolutions to their enquiries. Its one less thing for you to worry about.
Carbon Neutral Fulfilment
Shipping goods from the US to the UK can have a huge impact on the environment.
At TSP, we are proud to be a certified carbon-neutral fulfilment company. When you partner with us, you do your part for the planet too. Read about our sustainability mission here
Fast, Reliable Shipping Options…
Thanks to our strong relationship with a variety of shipping couriers, we are able to offer our clients a range shipping options to suit their needs and budget, including domestically and internationally. So, you can be rest assured that your UK customers are still receiving high quality service.
“We are a Canadian cosmetics company, and after having a successful launch in Canada, we decided it was time to branch out and see if we could find success in other countries. Unsure of where to start, we looked at different fulfilment companies in the UK and stumbled across TSP.
We have now been working with them for just under a year and we have found their service to be outstanding. We are extremely appreciative of their client partnership team who have worked closely with us to help us better understand the UK market, but their team on a whole is great- super helpful group of people. If you are based outside and want to expand your business, TSP is a great option.”
Ready to start shipping from the US to the UK?
If you’re ready for fast, reliable fulfilment services, look no further than TSP. We are fully committed to providing the best possible service for your and your customers.
