How to ship a package from Canada to China
To ship to China, you need a carrier that serves the route (DHL, FedEx, and UPS are common choices), complete customs documentation, and accurate package details entered in Chinese postal format. Here's what's specific to this route, then the booking steps.
Customs and address format for China
- Commercial invoice: Any shipment with commercial value needs a commercial invoice describing what you're shipping, its value, and its origin. Documents-only shipments are the exception — see what is a document shipment.
- Address format: You don't need to enter the destination address in Chinese — use the address autocomplete with the destination postal code, select China as the country, choose the province, and enter the 6-digit Chinese postal code.
- Restricted items: Prohibited and restricted items vary by carrier and by Chinese customs rules. Confirm with your carrier before shipping anything you're unsure about.
How to book on GoorooShip
- Sign in or register: Sign in to your account, or register one for free.
- Select "Ship": Choose Package or Envelope, depending on your shipment.
- Enter the shipping-from address: Use the address search box with your Canadian postal code.
- Enter the shipping-to address: Select China as the country, choose the province, and enter the 6-digit postal code.
- Choose your measurement unit: Imperial (pounds/inches) or metric (kilograms/centimeters).
- Enter package details: Length, width, height, weight, quantity, insurance amount, and commodity information.
- Get rates: Compare quotes from DHL, FedEx, UPS, and other carriers serving this route.
- Complete customs paperwork: Create the customs form online, or use your own commercial invoice.
- Pay and print labels: Complete payment and print your shipping label. If your label is from UPS, see how to read a UPS shipping label.
- Arrange pickup or drop-off, then track your shipment until delivery.
For carrier comparisons, packaging tips, and cost-saving strategies specific to this route, see the cheapest way to ship packages from Canada to China.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a commercial invoice to ship to China?
Yes, for any shipment with commercial value. If you're shipping documents only, see what qualifies as a document shipment.
What can't I ship to China?
Restricted and prohibited items vary by carrier and by Chinese customs regulations — check your carrier's restricted-items list and confirm with them before booking anything you're unsure about.