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Removals to Canada usually involve two journeys: an Atlantic crossing, then a long trip across Canada. Containers sail from UK ports to Halifax or Montreal, then go inland by rail or truck to Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver. This guide covers 2026 costs, timings and the Canadian customs forms you need.
Removals to Canada: typical costs in 2026| Tamaño del movimiento | Eastern Canada (Halifax, Montreal, Toronto) | Western Canada (Calgary, Vancouver) |
|---|---|---|
| Shared container, small move (100–300 cu ft) | £1,600–£3,200 | £2,200–£4,000 |
| 1–2 bedroom (shared or 20ft) | £3,800–£6,800 | £4,800–£8,500 |
| 2–3 bedroom (20ft container) | £5,500–£9,000 | £6,800–£11,000 |
| 4–5 bedroom (40ft container) | £8,000–£13,000 | £9,500–£15,500 |
Indicative door-to-door prices. Remote areas and the Prairies add inland transport.
How long do removals to Canada take?
| Ruta | Typical door-to-door time |
|---|---|
| UK to Halifax or Montreal | 4–7 weeks |
| UK to Toronto (via Montreal and rail or truck) | 5 a 8 semanas |
| UK to Calgary or Edmonton | 7–10 weeks |
| UK to Vancouver (via rail or the Panama Canal) | 8-12 semanas |
Winter can add delays. The St Lawrence route sees ice, and some services switch to Halifax.
Canadian customs (CBSA): the key forms
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) handles household goods. The most important rule: declare everything when you first arrive in Canada, even goods that follow later.
- Form B4 (Personal Effects Accounting Document): lists the goods you bring with you and the goods to follow.
- Form B4A: the “goods to follow” list. Present two copies when you land.
- Duty-free conditions: for settlers, goods owned and used before arrival are generally duty-free.
- Documentos: passport, your permanent residence confirmation or work permit, and a detailed inventory with values
If you don’t present your “goods to follow” list when you first land, you may pay duty and taxes on your shipment later.
What not to ship to Canada
- Food, plants, soil and dirty outdoor equipment
- Firearms, unless declared and licensed
- Cannabis, including from places where it is legal
- Some UK electrical items: Canada uses 110–120V, so many small appliances won’t work
- Vehicles that don’t meet Canadian standards: check the RIV rules before shipping a car
Choosing your removals company
- Pide tres presupuestos based on a full inventory survey.
- Ask about the inland route and the timings to your city.
- Check what the Canadian destination agent charges.
- Prepare the B4 and B4A forms before you fly.
- Insure your goods for full replacement value.
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Arrive in Canada by sea
Some container ships carry passengers across the North Atlantic to Canada. It’s a slow and memorable way to start a new life.
Preguntas frecuentes
How much does it cost to ship household goods to Canada?
A 20ft container for a 2–3 bedroom home usually costs £5,500–£11,000 door to door, depending on the province.
How long does it take to move furniture to Canada?
About 4–8 weeks to eastern Canada, and 8–12 weeks to Vancouver.
What are forms B4 and B4A?
CBSA forms listing the goods you bring and the goods to follow. Present them when you first arrive in Canada.
Do I pay duty on my household goods in Canada?
Settlers’ goods owned and used before arrival are generally duty-free, if declared properly.
¿Puedo llevar mi coche a Canadá?
Possibly, but it must meet Canadian standards and go through the RIV process.
Cross to Canada by sea
Ask us about passenger cabins on container ships from the UK to Canada.
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Steve Joury
Asesor de viajes de carga at Cargoholidays
Apasionado de los viajes lentos y del mar. Steve conoce la mayoría de las rutas marítimas y el procedimiento para descubrir nuestro hermoso mundo desde el mar en un barco de contenedores. Ha estado en la mayoría de los viajes desde 7 días de viaje de carga hasta 140 días a bordo.
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