Our team of vehicle import specialists in both Canada and the U.S. tackle the process from both sides of the border.
Our team of vehicle import specialists in both Canada and the U.S. tackle the process from both sides of the border.
From passenger cars to semi-cabs, Border Brokers has you covered and can tailor our service to your needs regardless of vehicle.
We understand the time constraints associated with importing vehicles. Let us handle the process and your questions so you can import with peace of mind.
Yes. You will need to provide a recall clearance letter from the manufacturer.
15 years.
If you plan to import a vehicle from the United States with an open recall for which parts are not yet available, you will not be able to complete the Registrar of Imported Vehicles (RIV) import process until any defects identified are corrected. We suggest you obtain and validate recall clearance documentation with the RIV before you decide to import.
CBSA has updated their system to allow for electronic submissions to Transport Canada/RIV. Your case number will be e-mailed to you from RIV shortly after the vehicle crosses. You can use this e-mail to pay your RIV fee, submit recall clearance letter and obtain an inspection form.
Each class of vehicle has a specific set of criteria which must be met in order to comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS). Some vehicles manufactured for distribution in the U.S. market may already meet some of these criteria and will require less modification, while others may require more. Transport Canada’s List of Vehicles Admissible from the United States provides details on modification requirements for specific vehicle types, makes and models.
Yes. The title, bill of sale, and AES record will need to be presented to US Customs at time of crossing. A CBP officer will stamp the title to indicate it has been properly exported. This will be required by your local registration office to register the vehicle.
We help businesses and individuals get cross border shipments cleared. Ready to experience the Border Brokers difference? Our team is standing by, ready to help.