Non-Resident Importer

A Non-Resident Importer is a company located outside Canada that acts as the Importer of Record for goods entering Canada.

This allows your business to manage customs clearance, duties, taxes, and import compliance directly, rather than requiring your Canadian customer to handle the import process.

This allows your business to manage customs clearance, duties, taxes, and import compliance directly, rather than requiring your Canadian customer to handle the import process.

As the Importer of Record, your company is responsible for providing accurate customs documentation, declaring the correct tariff classification, origin and value, and ensuring that Canadian import requirements are met. A licensed customs broker can manage the clearance process on your behalf while you maintain control over each shipment.

This structure allows you to offer Canadian customers predictable landed costs and a smoother delivery experience. Customers receive their goods without having to arrange customs clearance themselves, while your business maintains control over documentation, delivery timelines, and its Canadian supply chain.