Canadian Customs Clearance for Imports & Exports
Seacan Brokers & Forwarders Inc. provides professional customs clearance support for importing into Canada and exporting from Canada. We help businesses move goods across borders with accurate documentation, compliant declarations, and clear guidance, reducing delays, minimizing risk, and improving predictability.
What customs clearance includes
Entry preparation & submission
We prepare declarations and submit required information to support timely release and regulatory compliance.
Classification, value & origin review
We support HS classification, valuation inputs, and origin declarations to improve accuracy and reduce audit risk.
Issue resolution & follow-up
If a shipment is held or requires clarification, we coordinate responses and documentation to reduce delays.
Import customs clearance into Canada
Import clearance requires accurate product details, correct tariff treatment, and complete documentation. We support importers with structured processes to reduce clearance interruptions and avoid unexpected costs.
- Commercial invoice validation (descriptions, values, currency, Incoterms, origin)
- HS tariff classification support to reduce misclassification risk
- Duties & taxes calculation and guidance on landed cost impacts
- CARM readiness support (importer setup and broker delegation guidance)
- RPP guidance to help maintain smooth releases and avoid payment-related delays
Export support from Canada
Exporting from Canada can require accurate documents, clear shipping instructions, and coordination with carriers and partners. We support exporters with practical guidance to reduce risk and keep shipments moving.
- Export documentation support (commercial invoices, packing lists, shipping instructions)
- Carrier coordination across air, ocean, and ground movements
- Accuracy checks to reduce consignee-side clearance issues and rejects
- Compliance guidance for controlled/regulated commodities (as applicable)
- Process standardization to improve repeatability across shipments and SKUs
How our customs clearance support works
Share shipment details
Send your invoice, transport document, product details, origin information, and importer/exporter identifiers.
Review & prepare
We validate documents, support HS classification/valuation inputs, and prepare the clearance submission.
Clear & release coordination
We submit the required information and coordinate follow-ups if CBSA requests additional details.
Post-clearance support
We help keep your records organized and improve future shipments through standardized instructions and documentation.
Documents commonly required
- Commercial invoice (detailed item descriptions, unit values, currency, Incoterms)
- Packing list (recommended, especially for multi-SKU shipments)
- Bill of lading / airway bill
- Country of origin and manufacturer/supplier details
- Product specifications (materials, composition, technical sheets, photos as needed)
- Permits/registrations for regulated goods (when applicable)
Unclear product descriptions, missing origin info, incomplete invoices, incorrect HS codes, and missing permits are the top drivers of holds.
The importer of record is ultimately responsible for the accuracy of declarations to CBSA, even when a broker submits entries on their behalf.
Strong export documentation reduces consignee-side rejects and supports smoother clearance at destination.
CARM, RPP, and duties & taxes payment
CARM support
We guide importers on CARM readiness, including account setup considerations and broker delegation to support uninterrupted clearance.
Release Prior to Payment (RPP)
RPP can allow eligible importers to have goods released before duties and taxes are paid, helping reduce delays and improve cash flow planning.
Duty & tax visibility
We help you understand what drives duties and taxes (HS code, origin, value), and how documentation impacts total landed cost.
Designed for SMEs and high-volume shippers
New importers
Guidance on setup, documents, and how to avoid common mistakes.
Growing businesses
Standardized processes across suppliers and product lines to reduce risk.
High-volume importers
Repeatable workflows, consistent broker instructions, and compliance support.
Exporters
Documentation and coordination support to keep outbound shipments smooth.
Need customs clearance support?
Send us your shipment details and we’ll guide the next steps for importing into Canada or exporting from Canada, including documentation, compliance requirements, and duty/tax considerations.