Prince Edward Island Equipment and Oversize Load Transport

Shipping Your Equipment From The U.S. to Prince Edward Island

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

Confederation Bridge Requirements

The Confederation Bridge has specific restrictions for oversize and overweight loads:

• • Width over 12 feet requires prior approval and possibly an escort
• • Height and length restrictions are strictly enforced for safety
• • Travel time is often limited to non-peak hours, especially during windy conditions
• • Wind advisories or closures can delay high-profile or oversize shipments without warning

Heavy Haulers works directly with bridge authorities to schedule safe, approved crossings.

Permits and Paperwork

Shipping equipment across the border means you'll need the right permits. Prince Edward Island 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.

Primary Highways for Equipment Transport in Prince Edward Island

Key Equipment Transport Hubs

• • Charlottetown: Central logistics base for municipal and construction equipment
• • Summerside: Agricultural machinery movement; major potato and food processing hub

• • Montague & Souris: Fishing industry support and rural transport for infrastructure projects

Equipment Heavy Haulers Transport From The U.S. to Prince Edward Island (And Vice Versa)

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