Import taxes and duties

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azra540
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Import taxes and duties

Post by azra540 »

I have been living in the USA for the last seven years. I am currently on H1B status. I am moving to Canada this year (as a legal resident) and I was wondering if I would have to pay any import taxes and duties on my cars, furniture, and other personal property. Thank you for your help.
nelsona
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Post by nelsona »

Generally no tax will be due on personal items, except for cars over a certain value.

However as a condition of such a waiver af tax, 'settlers' do have to fill a few forms, and might have to prove previous ownership of items for at 6 months, and are not allowed to sell such items after arrival.

See:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel/settlers-e.html

For complete details.


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