SETTLER’S EFFECT RULES WHEN MOVING TO CANADA
PERSONAL AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS CAN BE IMPORTED DUTY-FREE WHEN IMMIGRATING
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Canada allows newcomers to Canada to import personal belongings duty-free under the "Settler's Effects" tariff classification, HS Code No. 9807.00.00 (the “Settler’s Effects HS Code”). However, the Canada Border Services Agency (“CBSA”) maintains strict policies with respect to using the Settler’s Effects HS Code.