Shipping Your Equipment From The U.S. to Alberta

You might have questions when it comes to shipping your equipment from the U.S. to Alberta, especially if this is the first time.  

No problem!

At Heavy Haulers, we're experts in shipping your equipment and oversize loads from the U.S. to Alberta. Here's what you need to know: 

Permits and Paperwork

Shipping equipment across the border means you'll need the right permits. Alberta has specific requirements for oversize and overweight loads, including:

• • Single Trip Permits for non-divisible loads exceeding legal dimensions or weights.
• • Routing Approvals based on bridge weights, clearances, and road conditions.
• • Commercial Invoices and Customs Documentation for border clearance.
• • Carrier Codes and PARS Labels for Canadian customs tracking.

Our team handles every detail, from obtaining permits to submitting cross-border documents, ensuring your equipment moves legally and efficiently.

Duties, Tariffs, and Taxes

1. Customs Duties
   • • Most used machinery and equipment is duty-free under the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement), provided it meets the rules of origin requirements.
   • • Brand-new equipment or equipment made outside the U.S. might still be subject to duty rates, typically ranging from 5% to 9.5%, depending on the classification.
2. Goods and Services Tax (GST)
   • • All imported goods into Canada are subject to 5% GST, calculated on the total value of the equipment plus duties (if applicable).
   • • This tax is paid at the border and is refundable for Canadian businesses registered for GST.
3. Excise Taxes
   • • Generally not applicable to heavy equipment, but certain specialized or fuel-consuming equipment might be subject to additional levies. Always check the equipment classification.

Routing Through Urban or Industrial Zones

Cities like Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer have urban restrictions for oversize loads, including:

• • Time-of-day limitations (usually outside of rush hour)
• • Specific permit routing around low bridges, construction zones, or weight-restricted roads

We use Alberta’s transport tools and bridge clearance databases to avoid delays and fines.

There are so many steps that go into Alberta equipment transport that it's essential to speak with qualified hauling agent. 

Primary Highways for Equipment Transport in Alberta

Key Industrial and Equipment Transport Zones

Equipment Heavy Haulers Transport From The U.S. to Alberta
(And Vice Versa)

Don't see your equipment? No problem! We transport this and more! Just call (800) 908-6206 and speak with one of our Alberta transport specialists. They'll get you a free, no-obligation quote for whatever you need to transport!