Small parcels sent around the world for less

    Use this cost-effective shipping service for small and lightweight items. Choose Air or Surface. Small Packet TM International is our most economical no-frills service for non-time-sensitive parcels for items up to 2 kg.
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    Shipping speed

    Shipping distance Europe Asia-Pacific and Australia Africa South America
    Air
    Projected arrival date
    (business days)    		 12+ days 12+ days 12+ days 12+ days
    Surface
    Projected arrival date 1–2 months 2–3 months 2–3 months 1–2 months
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    Shipping distance Europe Asia-Pacific and Australia Africa South America
    Air
    Projected arrival date
    (business days)    		 12+ days 12+ days 12+ days 12+ days
    Surface
    Projected arrival date 1–2 months 2–3 months 2–3 months 1–2 months
    Delivery standards are for items sent between most major urban centres and depend on origin, destination and other factors. Actual delivery times may vary, other  terms and conditions apply.

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    Peace of mind

    Hassle-free customs clearance

    Duty and taxes will be collected from the person receiving the parcel when it’s delivered.

    Returns

    Return to sender

    Parcels are returned to you if the receiver has moved or the address is incomplete or doesn’t exist. You are responsible for the Return to sender service fee regardless of  the reason for the return.

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    Step by step guide to shipping outside Canada How to package your parcelHow to address letters and parcels

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    Shipping outside the country?

    Prepare your customs information in advance – just fill out the form online before going to the post office. No need to fill out a paper form!

    Fill out customs form
    Get Canada Post services on your phone

    Access our tools on the go! Download the Canada Post mobile app to track your parcel, find postal information and complete other shipping tasks.

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    Prepaid reloadable cards

    Travelling abroad or looking for a secure way to shop online? Prepaid reloadable cards are available at the post office.

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    At home

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    Canada Post’s journey to #1 in parcel delivery

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    Canada Post marks 100 years of the Toronto Maple Leafs

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