Shipping from China to Canada: times, customs & tracking
How long parcels take, what customs expects, and how to track every step of the journey.
Typical delivery times
| Service | Working days |
|---|---|
| Economy (Cainiao / AliExpress Standard) | 15–40 |
| Semi-tracked (Yanwen, SunYou) | 12–30 |
| E-commerce express (YunExpress, 4PX) | 7–15 |
| Premium express (DHL, FedEx, UPS) | 3–7 |
Customs & duties
CBSA clears imports; taxes (5% GST, or up to 13% HST depending on province) apply above CAD 20 declared value (CAD 60 for gifts), plus duties depending on the product. Canada Post charges a handling fee when it collects on delivery; couriers bill their own brokerage fee.
Tracking tips
Temu and Shein parcels in Canada usually finish with UniUni or Canada Post. When customs releases the parcel, the local carrier assigns its own number — follow the new one.
FAQs — China to Canada
How long does China to Canada shipping take?
Economy 15–40 days; semi-tracked 12–30; e-commerce express 7–15; premium express 3–7.
Who delivers inside Canada?
Canada Post for postal shipments; UniUni and Purolator move much of the cross-border e-commerce volume.
Do parcels from China pay taxes in Canada?
Above CAD 20 declared value, yes: GST/HST plus possible duties and a handling fee; small gifts under CAD 60 are exempt.