Ready to import commercial goods to Canada for FIFA World Cup 2026™?
Get your business game-day ready with a smooth experience importing goods to Canada. The Canada Border Services Agency’s Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system is the official system of record for the collection of duties and taxes for commercial goods imported into Canada.
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Aerial drone shot of Vancouver in autumn. Colourful red and orange foliage surrounds green sports fields, with the downtown skyline and mountains visible in the background.
Video of Canadian flags being waved in the stands at a soccer game.
Close-up video of a soccer player dribbling a soccer ball.
Close-up video showing someone picking out a soccer ball from among others, some of which are still wrapped in plastic, at a store.
Canada is getting ready for FIFA World Cup ™. Is your business ready?
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Aerial drone shot of commercial trucks lined up at a port of entry, waiting to cross the border into Canada.
Whether you’re a business owner bringing goods into Canada for your own use or importing goods for sale, planning ahead is key.
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The acronym "CARM" appears in graphic form on the screen.
First, make sure your business is registered to import using the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system.
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On-screen graphic reads, "Importing Basics," followed by bullet points for each question.
Before you import, learn the basics:
- Can your goods legally enter Canada?
- Where were they made or grown?
- What is their value and their tariff classification?
- What duties and taxes may apply?
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When you’re ready, ship and report your goods.
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You’ll need to make a formal declaration so your goods can be released from customs.
Video of someone dribbling a soccer ball, shot from the knees down.
Once released, your goods are on their way.
Video showing a casual soccer game in an urban Vancouver park. Players in colourful clothing are on a green field, surrounded by autumn trees and residential high-rise buildings.
Plan ahead for a smooth border experience.
Aerial drone shot of the urban soccer fields in Vancouver. The green sports fields are surrounded by colorful red and orange foliage, with the downtown skyline visible in the background.
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Visit our website to learn more.
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