Customs clearance Vancouver
Import and export customs clearance for companies in and around Vancouver. Declarations, duties and taxes, permits and release, prepared before your goods arrive.
- CityVancouver
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- AirportsYVR

- Customs authority
- Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
- Customs clearance
- Ziem network partner, under our brand
- Systems
- Customs Tariff - CARM
- Importer requirements
- a business number with an import-export account and registration in CARM
- Airports
- Vancouver International (YVR)
- Seaport
- Port of Vancouver
Customs clearance for Vancouver
In Canada, customs clearance is handled by a dedicated partner team that works under the Ziem Logistics brand, to our procedures and with the shipment data we prepare. You deal only with Ziem Logistics, from booking to release. Companies in Vancouver, especially in Asia-Pacific trade, forestry, technology and food, rely on fast and correct declarations. Vancouver is Canada's gateway to Asia and the country's largest port.
- Import declarations for VancouverDeclarations with Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), duty and import tax calculation, and release for delivery in Vancouver.
- Export declarations from VancouverExport filings and evidence of export for goods leaving Canada.
- RegistrationsHelp with the importer registration required in Canada: a business number with an import-export account and registration in CARM.
- Classification and originHS classification, preferential origin and duty estimates before your goods ship.
- Permits and regulated goodsLicences for pharma, food, electrical goods, dual-use items and other regulated products.
- Air and sea arrivalsClearance for cargo arriving at YVR and by sea via Port of Vancouver.
Ziem Logistics operations desk
- Cut-off and acceptance times
- Current cut-off times for Vancouver on request: we confirm them with every booking.
Plan around local peaks in Vancouver
Holidays: In Canada, Canada Day (1 July), Thanksgiving (October) and Christmas to New Year can slow down customs, airlines and trucking. Book early and send documents in advance around these dates.
Air freight from and to Vancouver
Need the transport as well? We fly your cargo via Vancouver International (YVR), including Next Flight Out and on-board courier, and handle customs in the same shipment file.
Air freight from and to Vancouver → · Freight & customs in Canada →
Customs clearance in other cities in Canada
Main lanes from Vancouver
The most important connections from Canada, with our own team or trusted customs partners at destination.
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Customs clearance Vancouver: FAQ
Can't find your answer? Email ops@ziem-logistics.com or call +49 40 57290280.
Who clears customs for my goods in Vancouver?
Customs clearance in Canada is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network. It works under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures. You deal only with Ziem Logistics.
What do importers in Vancouver need?
Importers in Canada generally need a business number with an import-export account and registration in CARM. We check registrations, classification and permits before the shipment leaves origin.
Which customs authority is responsible for Vancouver?
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Declarations are filed electronically (Customs Tariff - CARM).
How long does customs clearance take in Vancouver?
With complete documents and data, most entries are released within hours of arrival. Inspections, missing permits or holidays such as Canada Day (1 July), Thanksgiving (October) and Christmas to New Year can add time.
Can you also transport my goods to Vancouver?
Yes. We offer air freight via Vancouver International (YVR), sea freight via Port of Vancouver, Next Flight Out and on-board courier.
Do you use local agents in Vancouver?
No. We work directly with the airlines and issue our own air waybills, and we do not use local agents. Where we cannot do it ourselves, we use a few long-standing, trusted partners for road transport and customs, under our procedures. We do not work as an agent for other forwarders: our customers are shippers and consignees.
Tell us about your shipment
Send us the lane, the goods and the timeline. We reply within one business day. For urgent cargo, call us directly.