Moving from India to Canada — Settler's Effects Handled End to End
Most of our Canada moves come through Express Entry or a Provincial Nominee approval — people with a landing date and not much runway to plan a shipment. Settler's Effects lets you bring your goods in duty-free, but only if the BSF186 form and shipment timing line up correctly.
We handle that paperwork alongside the freight — Vancouver in 20 to 25 days by sea, Toronto more like 25 to 30, air in under a week if you need it faster.
International Relocation to Canada
- ✓Complete door-to-door relocation from India to Canada
- ✓Sea freight (20–30 days) and air freight (3–5 days) options
- ✓Export documentation from India and customs clearance in Canada
- ✓Last-mile delivery to Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton, and beyond
- ✓Transit insurance included
Canada Customs — Settler's Effects
- ✓New Canadian residents can import personal goods duty-free under Settler's Effects
- ✓Must have owned and used the goods before arriving in Canada
- ✓BSF186 (Settler's Effects) form required — Gxpress helps prepare it
- ✓Goods already in Canada are not eligible — timing of shipment matters
- ✓We advise you on the correct timing to maximise duty-free import
Pet Relocation to Canada
- ✓CFIA import requirements for dogs and cats from India
- ✓Rabies vaccination certificate and microchipping required
- ✓We coordinate all veterinary paperwork and carrier bookings
- ✓No mandatory quarantine for most pets from India to Canada
Our Relocation Process
- ✓Free consultation and fixed-price quote
- ✓Pre-move survey and inventory
- ✓Professional packing on move day
- ✓Sea or air freight with tracking
- ✓Canadian customs clearance and last-mile delivery
BSF186 Settler's Effects paperwork prepared correctly the first time — timing mistakes here are what cost people the duty exemption
- ✓BSF186 Settler's Effects paperwork prepared correctly the first time — timing mistakes here are what cost people the duty exemption
- ✓Vancouver in 20–25 days by sea, Toronto in 25–30, air in under a week
- ✓CFIA pet import handled alongside your shipment, no separate booking
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shipping from India to Canada take?▼
Sea freight from India to Vancouver takes 20–25 days; to Toronto 25–30 days. Air freight takes 3–5 days.
What is Settler's Effects and how do I qualify?▼
Settler's Effects allows new Canadian residents to import personal household goods duty-free. You must have owned and used the items prior to arrival in Canada. Gxpress helps prepare the BSF186 form.
Do you deliver to Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary?▼
Yes — we deliver to all major Canadian cities including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton, Montreal, and Winnipeg.
What items are prohibited or restricted in Canada?▼
Certain food products, plants, and firearms require permits or are prohibited. Gxpress provides a full checklist before packing begins.
How much does a full household move from India to Canada cost?▼
A full 20ft container move costs approximately ₹2.8L–5.5L including packing and freight. LCL moves for smaller shipments start from ₹50,000. Get a free fixed quote from us.
Ready to Move to Canada?
Get a free consultation and fixed-price quote. One coordinator manages your entire move from India to your new home.