Door-to-Door Shipping from China to Canada: Complete Guide
Quick Answer
Door-to-door shipping means we handle everything from pickup in China to final delivery in Canada. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) is the most comprehensive option.
Key Takeaways
- Complete service: pickup to delivery
- DDP: Duty and taxes included
- DAP: Duty unpaid, receiver pays
- Transit: 20–40 days depending on mode
- We handle customs paperwork
Door-to-Door Options
| Service | What's Included | Duty/Taxes | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| DDP | Everything | Included | Complete convenience |
| DAP | Transport + customs | Not included | Buyer handles duty |
| DDU | Transport only | Not included | Rarely used |
Why Choose Door-to-Door
Door-to-door is right when:
- Simplicity: One contact for entire shipment
- Duty handling: We pay import taxes
- Convenience: No customs broker needed
- Time savings: Focus on your business
- Risk reduction: Single liability
Door-to-Door Process
- Pickup cargo in China
- Export customs clearance
- International transit (air or sea)
- Import customs clearance in Canada
- Duty and tax payment (DDP)
- Final delivery to door
What's Included
DDP Service Includes:- China pickup
- Export documentation
- Ocean/air freight
- Canadian import customs
- Duty and taxes
- Final delivery
- Import permits (if required)
- Special cargo handling fees
Costs
Door-to-door pricing includes:
- Freight charges
- Terminal handling
- Customs clearance
- Duty and taxes (DDP)
- Delivery to door
Factors affecting cost:
- Weight/volume
- Mode (air/sea)
- Destination
- Cargo type
Booking Door-to-Door
- Confirm pickup address in China
- Provide cargo details and value
- Know destination postal code
- Confirm delivery contact
- Arrange any special handling
Frequently Asked Questions
Door-to-door shipping handles every step of the shipment from the supplier's location in China to the receiver's door in Canada. We manage all logistics and customs.
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) includes all duties and taxes. DAP (Delivered at Place) excludes import duties, which the receiver pays directly.
Sea door-to-door takes 25–40 days. Air door-to-door takes 7–14 days. Times vary by origin, destination, and customs processing.
Yes, for most shippers. The convenience of single-point contact, included duties (DDP), and reduced customs complexity often outweigh the added cost.
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Plan Your Door-to-Door Shipment from China to Canada
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