outthayr
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Have read the other threads here, and other forums, and soaked up some good information. Wondering if anyone has done this process recently? Lots and lots of info, I will send queries to RIV and CBSA. From what I've read I may not have to import immediately, I could keep my current US driver's license and vehicle tags, keep my US insurance, and I may have to get an international driver's license if I stay for many months - as my intent is not to settle for 12 months+ but I plan to return to the USA.
If/when I do import I would have to clear the vehicle, which may be considered a 'Van Conversion', with the RIV. My added seats are DOT compliant and my diesel heater is certified for use in all North America. I have no gas, no blackwater tank, the van is not heavily modified and all safety features and functions are Canada road worthy. If it doesn't fly as Van Conversion, it's still a Sprinter van which is on the RIV approved list. I wonder, does the Mercedes fall under the NAFTA agreement?
I'm still waiting to get a recalled tire pressure sticker, and maybe have to get a French manual for Quebec.
Here are some points I've found so far:
I've got Canadian PR, but I'm not ready to settle for the long haul. I still have business and work in the USA.
"A settler describes all who enter Canada with the intention of establishing a residence for the first time and for a period of not less than 12 months. Persons entering Canada to become Permanent Residents without the intention of residing immediately in Canada are not considered Settlers to Canada since they do not have any intention of remaining in Canada at that time, and will live outside Canada for an undetermined period of time. Therefore, under customs legislation, these persons are considered visitors to Canada, even if they are Permanent Residents for immigration purposes."
My vehicle is owned by me, and my spouse and I own a home in Canada - would be eligible for a customs exemption?
11. A Form B4, Personal Effects Accounting Document...
Goods Admissible
12. Either spouse may claim free importation of personal and household effects under tariff item No. 9807.00.00, regardless of whether the goods are registered jointly or in either name. Personal and household effects can include such items as:
(c) vehicles;
If/when I do import I would have to clear the vehicle, which may be considered a 'Van Conversion', with the RIV. My added seats are DOT compliant and my diesel heater is certified for use in all North America. I have no gas, no blackwater tank, the van is not heavily modified and all safety features and functions are Canada road worthy. If it doesn't fly as Van Conversion, it's still a Sprinter van which is on the RIV approved list. I wonder, does the Mercedes fall under the NAFTA agreement?
I'm still waiting to get a recalled tire pressure sticker, and maybe have to get a French manual for Quebec.
Here are some points I've found so far:
I've got Canadian PR, but I'm not ready to settle for the long haul. I still have business and work in the USA.
"A settler describes all who enter Canada with the intention of establishing a residence for the first time and for a period of not less than 12 months. Persons entering Canada to become Permanent Residents without the intention of residing immediately in Canada are not considered Settlers to Canada since they do not have any intention of remaining in Canada at that time, and will live outside Canada for an undetermined period of time. Therefore, under customs legislation, these persons are considered visitors to Canada, even if they are Permanent Residents for immigration purposes."
My vehicle is owned by me, and my spouse and I own a home in Canada - would be eligible for a customs exemption?
11. A Form B4, Personal Effects Accounting Document...
Goods Admissible
12. Either spouse may claim free importation of personal and household effects under tariff item No. 9807.00.00, regardless of whether the goods are registered jointly or in either name. Personal and household effects can include such items as:
(c) vehicles;
Memorandum D2-2-1 - Settlers' Effects - Tariff Item No. 9807.00.00
This memorandum outlines and explains the conditions under which a settler may import goods into Canada for personal or household use without the payment of duties.
www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
Memorandum D2-2-1 - Settlers' Effects - Tariff Item No. 9807.00.00
This memorandum outlines and explains the conditions under which a settler may import goods into Canada for personal or household use without the payment of duties.
www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
BSF186 – Personal Effects Accounting Document
BSF186 – Personal Effects Accounting Document (Settler, Former Resident, Seasonal Resident, or Beneficiary)
www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca