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Canada has a range of goods over which it imposes import controls. These goods are listed in the Import Control List (ICL) of the Export and Import Permits Act.

The International Import Certificate is an end-use assurance document that formally recognizes that the Government of Canada is aware of, and has no immediate objections to, the proposed import of specific goods to Canada by the stated importer, for the stated end-use and end-user. A...

Export and Import Controls System (EICS) North American Free Trade Agreement Exports

In October 2019, following Türkiye’s military incursion into northeastern Syria, the issuance of all new export permits to Türkiye was temporarily suspended. This decision was based on Canada’s concern that Türkiye’s military incursion could further destabilize the region, worsen the humanitarian...

Guidance for Canadian steel importers on how to apply for an allocation and for shipment-specific import permits for products subject to safeguards.

On October 11, 2019, in response to Türkiye’s military incursion into Syria, Canada temporarily suspended the issuance of all new permits for the export of controlled goods and technology to Türkiye.

General information on the administration of steel import controls.

List of TPL Participants.

This Notice to Importers sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the administration of Canada’s tariff rate quota (TRQ) for food preparations under the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Export Import Control System - Participant's Requirements Document .

The Minister for International Trade (the Minister), in consultation with the B.C. Minister of Forests, has established the Federal Timber Export Advisory Committee (FTEAC) to provide recommendations to the Minister on exports of logs from lands outside the scope of British Columbia’s forestry...

Global Affairs Canada is pleased to confirm an upgrade to the Export Import Control System (EICS). New Export Import Control System (NEICS) enables licenced customs brokers to apply online for export or import permits and certificates for controlled goods. NEICS represents changes in the web...

Multiple destination permit for dual-use items.

This Notice sets out the policies and practices pertaining to the administration of vehicles for export to the United Kingdom under the Canada - United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement (Canada-UK TCA).

A Guide to Canada’s Export Control List identifies the items included on the Export Control List that are controlled for export in accordance with section 3 of the Export and Import Permits Act and for which an export permit is required.

A Guide to Canada’s Export Control List identifies the items included on the Export Control List that are controlled for export in accordance with section 3 of the Export and Import Permits Act and for which an export permit is required.

Cover Letter Template for Multidestination Permit.

The Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA) governs Canada’s system of export and import controls for military and strategic goods and technology. Section 3 of the EIPA gives the Government the power to establish an Export Control List (ECL) to control the export of arms, ammunition, implements or...

Frequently asked questions about CETA and Canada-UK TCA origin quotas .

This Notice is provided pursuant to the authority of the Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA) and its corresponding regulations.