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Importing a vehicle

How to import a vehicle into Canada

To ensure imported vehicles meet Canadian standards, there are several steps to follow. For details, please see the Registrar of Imported Vehicles website, or call 1-888-848-8240.

You may also need information from:

Canada Border Services Agency

1-800-461-9999 (from Canada)
613 993-0534 (outside Canada)
Canada Border Services Agency - Importing a vehicle into Canada

Transport Canada

1-800-333-0371 (from Canada)
613 998-8616 (outside Canada)
Importing a vehicle into Canada (Transport Canada website)

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