Transferable Things (Guide Content)

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Items you can bring, but must declare at the border:

• Household goods & personal effects

  • Clothing, shoes, books, furniture, appliances.

  • Duty-free if you’re moving permanently (forms B4/B4A required).

• Personal vehicles

  • Must be on Transport Canada’s admissible vehicle list.

  • RIV inspection within 45 days.

• Pets

  • Dogs & cats: Rabies vaccination certificate required.

  • Birds/exotics: Special permits.

• Cash & financial instruments

  • Must declare anything over CAD $10,000.

• Electronics & computers

  • Allowed, but may be subject to duty if new/sealed.

• Jewelry, art, collectibles

  • Bring appraisals or receipts for proof of value.

• Food (limited amounts)

  • Packaged, sealed products (coffee, tea, dry spices, candy, baked goods).

⚡ How to Declare Properly:

1. Prepare a typed inventory list with values.

2. Separate “goods accompanying you” vs. “goods to follow.”

3. Use Form B4/B4A (Declaration for Personal Effects).

4. Always be upfront at CBSA – undeclared items risk seizure or fines.