| Q. |
What is a NAFTA
Certificate of Origin? |
| A. |
The NAFTA Certificate of Origin is a certificate
attesting to the fact that the goods contained therein
are originating for purposes of the North American Free
Trade Agreement for preferential treatment in Canada,
USA and Mexico.
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| Q. |
Do I use a NAFTA
Certificate of Origin on any and all shipments from
the U.S. to Canada? |
| A. |
The NAFTA Certificate of Origin is only
for goods that originate (are manufactured) in Canada,
USA or Mexico. Goods that originate in a country other
than those (Canada, USA, Mexico) cannot be listed on
the Certificate.
|
| Q. |
Can Universal Logistics
arrange to ship my goods? |
| A. |
Universal Logistics provides a full transportation
service. Whether you need LTL truck freight or a full
load international ocean freight, Universal Logistics
can move your freight on time and on budget.
|
| Q. |
What documents are
required to import goods into Canada? |
| A. |
Generally speaking, a Canada Customs Invoice,
Commercial Invoice, Packing Slip and Bill of Lading
are required. However, depending on the nature of the
goods and the country of origin, additional documents
may be necessary.
|
| Q. |
I would like to
set up an account with Universal Logistics, do I wait
until my shipment arrives at customs to begin the documentation? |
| A. |
No, to avoid shipment delays an account
should be set up well in advance of shipment arrival.
There are documents that will require your original
signature to authorize Universal Logistics to act on
your behalf with Canada Customs.
|
| Q. |
Will I get a lower
rate of duty on my imported goods if I switch my business
over to Universal Logistics? |
| A. |
If your current/previous broker was incorrectly
classifying your products, you may be entitled to a
lower duty rate. However, duty rates are not a negotiable
commodity, and if the shipment is classified correctly,
the same rate of duty will apply to all brokers and
importers.
|
| Q. |
How will Universal
Logistics handle customs clearance of my shipments when
they arrive at a Customs Port where Universal does not
have their own office? |
| A. |
Through electronic release, our Head Office
can make all necessary clearance arrangements without
a physical presence at the port of release. If representation
is required in any way, our sub-agent broker (part of
a well-established network of reliable partners across
Canada) will ensure a seamless and efficient process. |
