British Columbia Equipment and Oversize Load Transport

Shipping Your Equipment From The U.S. to British Columbia

You might have questions when it comes to shipping your equipment from the U.S. to British Columbia, 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 British Columbia. Here's what you need to know: 

Permits and Paperwork

• • 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.

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

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.

Primary Highways for Equipment Transport in British Columbia

Major Ports for Equipment Shipping

• • Port of Vancouver: Oversize and international containerized heavy equipment
• • Port of Prince Rupert: Direct equipment entry for northern and cross-Pacific shipments

Equipment Heavy Haulers Transport From The U.S. to British Columbia (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 British Columbia transport specialists. They'll get you a free, no-obligation quote for whatever you need to transport!