Get the Support You Need for Efficient Border Crossings with Canada Shipping Documents
Properly completed paperwork is perhaps the most important factor affecting the efficiency of cross-border freight deliveries. That's why OD has a dedicated team of specialists ready to assist with your freight shipping to Canada. OD also offers PARS and PAPS pre-clearance to reduce customs and border delays and improve transit times. Also, our in-house customs clearance and brokerage services are available 24/7 to assist you.
Refer to the following charts to identify the freight documents needed for your shipment and access the necessary forms at the links below.
Effective October 21, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requires the party responsible for paying duties and taxes to use the CARM portal to submit payment of these fees. For assistance, email Global.Compliance@odfl.com or access the following resources from CBSA.
Required Documentation - Northbound
| Document | Required | May Be Required |
|---|---|---|
| Bill of Lading with noted Customs Broker name/ph# | X | |
| Commercial Invoice and Customs is always required shipping to Canada regardless of value. | X | |
| Shipper's Export Declaration (necessary for commodities requiring validated export license) | X | |
| USMCA/CUSMA Certificate of Origin (required for preferential duty treatment if manufactured in US, Canada or Mexico) | X | |
| Import/Export License (regulated goods) | X | |
| Transportation & Exportation (T&E) Customs Bond | X | |
| Packing Slip (recommended for all shipments) | X |
Required Documentation - Southbound
| Document | Required | May Be Required |
|---|---|---|
| Bill of Lading with noted Customs Broker name/ph# | X | |
| Commercial Invoice | X | |
| Shipper's Export Declaration (necessary for commodities requiring validated export license) | X | |
| CUSMA/USMCA Certificate of Origin (required for preferential duty treatment if manufactured in US, Canada or Mexico) | X | |
| Import/Export License (regulated goods) | X | |
| Immediate Transportation (IT) Customs Bond | X | |
| Packing Slip (recommended for all shipments) | X |
Making your cross-border shipping easy
To learn more about this direct shipping service between the United States and Canada, call 1-800-432-6335 to connect with an experienced representative.