Shipping luggage from Beijing to Edmonton by sea

Customer Information: Mr. Gordon
Shipping Route: Beijing to Edmonton;
Service Date: 2019.2.23;
Case Summary: Canadian Mr. Gordon finished his work in China and shipped his luggage and personal belongings to Edmonton by sea.

Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, Canada, and the province's cultural, governmental, and educational center. Located in the central part of the province, straddling the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, it is Canada's fifth-largest city. Edmonton is a vibrant city whose residents are passionate about outdoor activities—even blizzards can't keep them indoors. It is also a shopping paradise. West Edmonton Mall is comparable in scale to a small city, and the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market truly lives up to its reputation.

Canadian Mr. Gordon had finished his work in China and was preparing to return to Edmonton, Canada. This relocation meant that Mr. Gordon would have few opportunities to come to China in the future, so he wanted to bring back to Canada the clothes, shoes, books, and artworks he had purchased during his years living in China. Through a friend's introduction, he found "熙浦国际搬家". During their communication, "熙浦" customer service estimated, based on the information Mr. Gordon provided, approximately 3 cubic meters, which could be shipped via LCL. At the same time, "熙浦" could provide Mr. Gordon with several cardboard boxes free of charge to help him organize his luggage and belongings. For fragile items, "熙浦" staff could pack them on-site during pickup to ensure the items would not be damaged in transit. For this sea shipment, Mr. Gordon needed to prepare the original copies of his residence permit, employment permit, and passport in China. When his luggage and belongings arrived in Canada for customs clearance, Mr. Gordon would need to go to customs in person to be interviewed.

Notes on Shipping Luggage from Beijing to Edmonton by Sea

1. For new immigrants, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and similar individuals, items used in China for more than one year may enter duty-free, but they must not be used for commercial purposes or sold within one year.

2. Canadian customs requires that for clearance of personal belongings, the consignee must be present in person to handle the procedures and be interviewed. You need to prove to customs that your items are ones you used while in China.

3. Canada is located in North America, and its inspection and quarantine laws are quite strict. The Canadian customs inspection and quarantine authorities have very broad powers and do not permit new immigrants to bring in items such as plant and animal seeds, unprocessed meat, or poultry and livestock that have not undergone inspection and quarantine. Therefore, friends wishing to bring such items are advised to consider carefully.