Special Regulations

REGIONAL CUSTOM OFFICES

IF YOU ARE MOVING FROM CANADA

IF YOU ARE MOVING TO CANADA

HOUSEHOLD GOODS

1. Must be used (not newly purchased) and should not be in their original containers.
2. You and your driver must both be present when the shipment is cleared at the destination customs office.
3. For more information, please see the attached list.

VEHICLES

1. Your vehicle must meet the Transport Canada's mandatory standards. There may be duties, fees and taxes levied on imported vehicles.
2. For more information, please call Canada Transport at 613 998-2174.

FIREARMS

1. Undeclared handguns cannot be imported into Canada. Canadian or U.S. Customs will seize any undeclared weapon.
2. All weapons being shipped must appear on the Atlas Van Lines inventory with serial numbers. The shipper must have proof of ownership of allowed weapons and proof that the weapon was registered in the U.S.
3. For more information, please call the Royal Canadian Mounted Police at 800 387-0020.

PLANTS, ANIMAL SKINS AND TROPHIES

1. These items may require special import permits.
2. For more information, please see the attached list.

ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO

1. There are limits on the amounts you may bring into Canada. Amounts that exceed the limits will be assessed duties and taxes.
2. For more information, please see the attached list.

PETS

1. To take dogs and cats into Canada, you need a certificate from a veterinarian stating that your animal is in good health and has been vaccinated against rabies.
2. For more information, please see the attached list.

REGIONAL CUSTOMS OFFICES

IMMIGRATION INQUIRIES: 416 973-4444

IF YOU ARE MOVING FROM CANADA

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Required permits can take in excess of 90 days. Please plan ahead.
2. All required paperwork needs to be completed and given to your Atlas driver before your goods are loaded.
3. For Immigration inquiries, please call 910 395-6328.

HOUSEHOLD GOODS

1. You must complete U.S. customs form 3299 (Declaration for Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles).
2. You are required to cross the border prior to your goods reaching the U.S.
3. For U.S. Customs inquiries, please call 202 927-6724.

VEHICLES

1. Your vehicle requires a Certificate of Clearance to show that it meets the National Highway Traffic Safety and Environmental Protection Agency standards.
2. To apply for your Certificate of Clearance, you must:
   1. Contact the U.S. Manufacturer and give the year, make, model and VIN details. Request a letter advising if your vehicle meets U.S. standards.
   2. Once you have received the letter stating that your vehicle does meet U.S. standards, submit that letter along with a letter requesting a Certificate of Clearance from the NHTS. Be specific regarding your destination as state standards may vary.
   3. Give the Atlas driver a copy of the ownership registration, certificate of insurance, Certificate of Clearance and the manufacturer's letter at the time of loading.
3. For more information, please call NHTS at 202 336-5286 or FAX: 202 366-1024.

ALCOHOL, TOBACCO AND FIREARMS

1. These items may require special import permits.
2. For more information, please call ATF at 202 927-7777.

PLANTS, FOOD AND ANIMAL SKINS AND TROPHIES

1. These items may require special import permits.
2. For more information regarding plants and food, please call the Department of Agriculture at 301 734-5055.
3. For more information regarding fish and wildlife, please call the Office Management Authority at 800 358-2281.

PETS

1. Dogs must have proof of rabies vaccination within the past 30 days. Cats need to be healthy. A letter from your veterinarian is advisable.
2. To import other animals, contact the U.S. Consulate.