Exporters

Frequently asked questions

• AMPS
• CAED
• Form B13A, Export Declaration
• Inspection of goods
• Permits
• Record keeping
• Regulations
• Summary reporting

1. What goods must I report to the CBSA?

2. What if my goods will travel through the U.S., but the final destination is another country?

3. Is there anything else I need to know?

Answers

1. What goods must I report to the CBSA?

   Goods NOT controlled, regulated, or prohibited by other government departments
   Goods must be reported to the CBSA by filing an export declaration prior to export when:

   • the goods are valued at CAN $2,000 or more; and
   • the final destination of the goods is a country other than the United States (U.S.), Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin Islands.

   Controlled, regulated, or prohibited goods
   Regardless of the value of the goods, all goods that are controlled, regulated, or prohibited by any act of Parliament must be reported to the CBSA, and must be accompanied by any permits, licences, or certificates required by the government departments or agencies that regulate the export of these goods.

2. What if my goods will travel through the U.S., but the final destination is another country?

   Goods travelling through the U.S. to another country (in-transit movement) are subject to the same requirements as if they were travelling directly to the other country. They must be reported to the CBSA through an export declaration, and be accompanied by any other permits, licences, and certificates that may be required by other government departments or agencies.

3. Is there anything else I need to know?

   For all other enquiries, please see the Exporting Goods from Canada: A Handy Customs Guide for Exporters. This brochure outlines the requirements and steps that you, as an exporter, must fulfill to meet your obligations.