New Canadian Export Regulations |
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The Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) now requires you to declare all goods that require an Export Declaration (B13A)
prior to leaving Canada. Effective immediately, all shipments that require an Export Declaration (B13A) must be declared to Canada Customs prior to leaving Canada. To avoid government penalties,
exporters must complete and submit the most recent version of the Export Declaration (B13A). Additionally, the exporter must provide proof of reporting (e.g. transaction number and date/time stamp from
the CBSA or the electronic transaction number). |
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Significance of the New Canadian Export Regulations |
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The CBSA's implementation of AMPS carries heavy penalties for exporters that do not comply with B13A and Export Permit
requirements. The charges for not filing these important documents prior to export could result in fines from $1,000 to $6,000 per shipment. As the exporter, you are fully responsible for filing
the B13A and/or Export Permit and for the fines associated with non-compliance. |
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Frequently asked questions about the New Canadian Export Regulations |
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What goods require an Export Declaration (B13A)? |
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(1) Goods that are NOT controlled, prohibited, or regulated
All exporters are required to complete and submit an Export Declaration (B13A) prior to export, for goods that are valued at CAN $2,000 or more, destined to any
country, other than the United States, Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Please Note: An Export Declaration (B13A) is not required for any goods exported for consumption in the U.S.
(2)
Goods that ARE controlled, prohibited, and regulated goods (regardless of shipment value)
All controlled, prohibited, or regulated goods must be reported along with the required permits,
certificates, or licenses to the CBSA prior to leaving Canada.
IMPORTANT - Failure to include a B13A or an Export Permit number when required will result in penalties and fines by the CBSA. Export
Declaration (B13A)
If a B13A is applicable to a shipment, the exporter must file the B13A with the CBSA prior to creating the shipping documentation. Upon approval of the B13A, the CBSA will assign a
transaction number, authorization code or a summary reporting number depending on the method used to submit the B13A. |
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Are there exceptions to the B13A? |
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The following classes of goods may, if the goods are not restricted goods, be exported without being reported by the owner
unless a Customs officer at the time of their exportation requests that they be reported:
(a) Personal and household effects of a person,
other than an emigrant, that are not for resale or commercial use;
(b) Regular commercial goods having a value of less than $2,000 Canadian;
(c) Conveyances that would, if they were imported,
be classified at the time of importation under any of tariff item Nos. 9801.10.00, 9801.20.00 or 9801.30.00 in the List of Tariff Provisions set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff;
(d) Cargo
containers that would, if they were imported, be classified at the time of importation under tariff item No. 980l.10.00 in the List of Tariff Provisions set out in the schedule to the Customs Tariff;
(e) Reusable skids, drums, pallets, straps and similar goods used by a carrier in the international commercial transportation of goods;
(f) Goods exported by diplomatic embassy or mission personnel
for their personal or official use;
(g) Personal gifts and donations of goods, excluding conveyances;
(h) Goods that were imported into Canada and are exported from Canada after having moved
in-transit through Canada en route to a non-Canadian destination;
(i) Goods that were manufactured or produced in Canada and that are exported from Canada for the purpose of being transshipped through
another country to another Canadian destination;
(j) Goods exported for repair or warranty repair that will be returned to Canada;
(k) Goods for use as ships' stores by a Canadian carrier;
(l) Goods manufactured or produced outside of Canada and removed for export from a bonded warehouse or sufferance warehouse; or
(m) Goods, other than goods exported for further processing, that
will be returned to Canada within 12 months after the date of exportation. |
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How do you submit and/or declare an Export Declaration (B13A) form or goods to Canada Customs? |
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1. Canadian Automated Export Declaration (CAED)
The CAED program is an electronic method that will allow exporters to complete and transmit Export Declaration (B13A) information directly to
the Government of Canada. This is a fast and easy way to report goods, it is available at no extra charge, and it provides a complete and accurate audit trail. For more information, please visit the
Statistics Canada Web site. We strongly encourage all clients to complete and transmit B13A information via CAED.
2. Summary Report Program
The Summary Report-filing program is reserved for exporters who ship low-risk goods on a regular basis and
have met specific requirements set by the CBSA. This enables exporters to summarize required export data, which can be submitted on a monthly basis in writing, after the goods have left Canada.
To report in this manner, prior written authorization is required from Canada Customs. Please note that goods that are controlled, prohibited or regulated, are not eligible for this program. For
more information, please visit the CBSA Web site.
3. Methods of Filing the B13A Export Declaration
Clients can file the Export Declaration (B13A) by completing the document in paper form and providing it to to us via fax. We will then facilitate the submission of the
Export Declaration to CBSA on your behalf; however, please note that this method adds delay to the process. Clients can also complete the document in an online PDF format that can then be e-mailed to
our office. The most efficient means of producing a B13A however is to utilize our online web utilities that allow you to either create and electronically transmit information direct to us.
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What are the regulations for goods requiring an Export Permit? |
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All exporters are required to complete and submit an Export Permit for controlled, prohibited and regulated goods
(regardless of the shipment value). If the goods are destined to any country, other than the U.S., Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands, a B13A is also required (regardless of the shipment
value). All controlled, prohibited, or regulated goods must be reported to the Canadian port mentioned on the export permit. In addition, the required permits, certificates, or licenses
must be submitted to the CBSA prior to the goods leaving Canada.
Goods exported to a non-U.S. destination, which are subject to a General
Export Permit (GEP), must be reported by stating the GEP number in the Export Permit Number Field of the "Export Declaration - B13A." |
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