Required Shipping Documents and Customs Forms

The following shipping documents and Customs forms are required for a shipment to clear Customs if moving from the U.S. to Canada:

1. Canada Customs Invoice – 3 copies
2. Commercial Invoice – 3 copies
3. Bill of Lading – 3 copies
4. NAFTA Certificate of Origin (PDF)

If a shipment is moving from Canada to the U.S. the following documents are required to clear Customs:

1. Proforma Invoice
2. Bill of Lading
3. NAFTA Certificate of Origin

Instructions

Generally, the shipper fills out the required shipping documents and Customs forms including the Canada Customs Invoice, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, and NAFTA Certificate of Origin. It is very important that all information is consistent across all shipping documents and Customs forms. Weights, prices, and the number of pieces on all shipping documents and customs forms must match. Any discrepancy in the required shipping documents and Customs forms may cause your shipment to be delayed and possibly not clear Customs if the customs forms are not filled out correctly.