Package Forwarding Service From US to Canada.
Get a free US address, buy from American stores that refuse Canadian orders or charge heavily for them, and we deliver to Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary or anywhere else in Canada, with several orders packed into one shipment.
US stores that will not ship to Canada
How Does US to Canada Package Forwarding Work?
Get your free US address
Create an account in 30 seconds and get a private address at our Wilmington, Delaware warehouse with your own suite number. No ID upload and no monthly fee.
Shop US stores
Check out with that address in any American store, including those that block Canadian delivery or quote steep cross-border shipping.
We receive & consolidate
Each package is photographed on arrival and stored for up to 30 days at no charge, then combined with your other orders on request.
We ship to Canada
We send the shipment across the border to your Canadian address with tracking, and you can add insurance before it leaves.
Real people handle your parcels
Our Wilmington staff receive, check, photograph and pack each order before it heads north. If something arrives damaged or incomplete, a person contacts you about it.
- Photos of every package on arrival
- Orders repacked into one box by hand
- Replies from our own support team
Customs & import duties in Canada
Higher thresholds from the US
Packages shipped from the US fall under CUSMA thresholds: no duty or tax below C$40, and no duty below C$150. Parcels from Europe are taxed above just C$20, so landing the same order from a US address is often cheaper.
Above C$150, origin decides the duty
North American-made goods enter duty-free under CUSMA if the seller certifies their origin. Items made elsewhere and only shipped from the US pay the normal Canadian tariff, roughly 18% on clothing and 0% on most computers and phones. 5% GST applies in both cases, plus provincial tax in most provinces.
Estimate before you buy
The free duty calculator shows whether your package clears the C$40 and C$150 thresholds and what you would pay.
Duty calculatorCharges are collected by the courier on delivery, and Canadian couriers often add their own brokerage fee, so compare that before choosing a service. Provincial tax differs: 13% HST in Ontario, 15% in much of Atlantic Canada, and only 5% GST in Alberta.
What imports really cost in Canada?
Examples are tested against both CUSMA thresholds with 5% federal GST. Most provinces add their own tax, so treat these totals as a minimum. Customs converts to Canadian dollars at the day's rate.
| Item | Value + shipping | Customs duty | GST (5%) | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone case (under C$40) | $25 | $0 | $0 | $25 |
| Skincare set (under C$150) | $60 | $0 | $3.00 | $63.00 |
| Jeans (US-made, CUSMA) | $200 | $0 | $10.00 | $210.00 |
| Jeans (made outside North America) | $200 | $36.00 | $11.80 | $247.80 |
For illustration. Your actual rate depends on the product and where it was made. Estimate your own item →
Popular US stores Canadian shoppers use Atvido for
Fashion
- Nordstrom
- Macy's
- Gap
- Abercrombie & Fitch
- J.Crew
- Old Navy
Electronics
- Amazon
- Best Buy
- Newegg
- B&H Photo
- Walmart
- eBay
Beauty & health
- Sephora
- Ulta Beauty
- Bath & Body Works
- iHerb
- CVS
- Target
Toys & collectibles
- Disney Store
- LEGO US
- GameStop
- Funko
- Hot Topic
- Pokémon Center
What cannot be shipped from the US to Canada?
The Canada Border Services Agency prohibits or controls some goods. Watch out for these:
- Cannabis, even though it is legal within Canada
- Pepper spray, replica firearms and prohibited weapons
- Baby walkers, which are banned in Canada
- Counterfeit products
- Meat, dairy and plants subject to CFIA rules
- Loose lithium batteries, aerosols and flammables
If you are unsure whether something can enter Canada, ask our support team before buying.
What our customers say
A great choice!
“A very reliable, very fast company with great prices — the communication is excellent, too! It is always a great pleasure dealing with Atvido.”
Aggelos · GreeceSmooth and fast
“Staff was fast to respond to all my messages and delivery was good. Highly recommend.”
RyanFrequently asked questions
What is US to Canada package forwarding?
We give you a US address at our warehouse in Wilmington, Delaware. American stores ship to it as a domestic order, and we forward the package to your address in Canada. Retailers that will not ship across the border become available.
Why not just have the store ship to Canada itself?
If a store ships to Canada at a reasonable price, use it, as it is usually simpler. Forwarding pays off when a store is US-only, when its cross-border rate is excessive, or when you buy from several shops and want one shipment. It also gives you access to US-only sizes, colours and sales.
Is US to Canada package forwarding legit?
Yes. Forwarding is legal and widely used, and each package is declared to the Canada Border Services Agency as a regular import. Check independent reviews of any forwarder rather than relying on its own claims.
Will I pay customs duty on packages from the US to Canada?
Often not. CUSMA thresholds apply to packages shipped from the US: nothing to pay under C$40, and no duty under C$150, although GST is due between the two. Above C$150, goods made in North America can still enter duty-free.
What is CUSMA and how do I get the duty-free rate?
CUSMA is the trade agreement between Canada, the US and Mexico. It removes duty on goods made in North America when the seller certifies the origin. A US store selling products made in Asia cannot do that, so those items pay the standard Canadian tariff.
How much does US to Canada package forwarding cost?
The US address is free, with no subscription, and the first 30 days of storage cost nothing. Shipping depends on weight, size and service; a 1 kg package currently starts at about $29.63, and the shipping calculator prices your exact parcel.
What about courier brokerage fees?
Canadian couriers often charge a brokerage fee on top of duty and tax, and on a low-value package it can be close to the shipping cost. It differs by carrier and service, so ask us which option has the lowest clearance charges instead of comparing only the base price.
Which US stores can I shop from Canada?
Any shop that delivers within the US, such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, Macy's, Nordstrom, Best Buy and Sephora. If a store rejects your Canadian card or billing address, Buy For Me lets us complete the purchase.
Can I combine several US orders into one package?
Yes, and this is the biggest saving on the route. We store your packages free for 30 days and ship them together, so you pay one cross-border charge, go through one clearance and pay one brokerage fee instead of several.
How long does US to Canada shipping take?
Transit across the border is short, so the clearance step usually decides the total time. You will see each service with its delivery estimate before you pay.
What if a US store will not accept my Canadian card?
Some US stores accept only American cards or a US billing address. With Buy For Me, you tell us the items, we pay with our own US payment details, and the order is forwarded to Canada like any other package.
Before you order
Buy For Me service
Card or billing address rejected by a US store? We place the order and ship it to you.
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