Ecuador belongs to an elite club of nations - one of 17 identified as being megadiverse. Geography has endowed this small country with the most biodiversity per square kilometre in the world; the result of a landscape straddled by the equator, bisected by the snowclad Andes, and rivers that drain into the Amazon River basin and the Pacific Ocean.
One of Ecuador's provinces is the renowned Galápagos Islands - home to Darwin's finches and the inspiration for his theory of evolution. And in a modern way, e-commerce is also evolving in Ecuador - slowly but surely adapting to the ever changing business and internet environment, and becoming more popular every day.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Ecuador through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Ecuador. In case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Ecuador
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Jun 1, 2023
8:49 am
Loja, LO, EC
Delivered
May 31, 2023
7:18 am
Quevedo, QU, EC
In transit
May 30, 2023
9:03 pm
Ibarra, IB, EC
International Clearance
May 30, 2023
8:14 am
Portoviejo, PO, EC
In transit
May 30, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
May 29, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
Pickup Scan
Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Ecuador before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
A gift shipment sent to Ecuador from Canada will be duty-free if its value is $400 USD (about $500 CAD) or less.
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
A gift shipment to an individual in Ecuador from an individual in Canada will be duty-free providing its value is $400 USD (about $500 CAD) or less,
and that the recipient is an Ecuadorian national.
Shipments from Business-to-Business
There is no information at this time regarding shipping a gift from a business in Canada to a business in Ecuador.
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
A gift shipped from a business in Canada to an individual in Ecuador will incur duty and taxes.
Gift Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time
(see sample)
List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$79.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $79.99
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
Multiple gifts sent in one shipment must be wrapped and tagged individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$39.99
1 Each
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
CA
$49.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $89.98
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal effects being delivered to my new address.
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
5 Pairs
Personal Effects: 5 pairs of various types of shoes
IN
$40.00
1 Each
Personal Effects: Arc'terix Winter Jacket
CA
$478.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Personal Effects Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $678.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Food, Chocolate, Candies
Food and vitamin supplement shipments to Ecuador from Canada are allowed providing the value of a shipment is $400 USD (about $500 CAD) or less and the package weighs less than 4 kg.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent / Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Samples
Samples of a product are shipped for demonstration purposes and to promote future orders of product.
The samples may be used for market studies, research, development or testing as long as the required documents are included.
Samples shipped from Canada to Ecuador are exempt from duty provided they meet the criteria below:
Total value does not exceed $400 USD (about $500 CAD)
Maximum of 3 items of each type
Shipment weighs a maximum of 4 kg
Items have no commercial value and are not intended for sale
Commercial Sample Checklist
A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Shipment is labelled: 'Mutilated Samples' or 'Marked Samples not for Resale'
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Commercial Sample - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Commercial Sample - Advanced reading copy of Dan Brown's novel.
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Commercial Sample Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Advertising Material
Advertisement material may be shipped from Canada to Ecuador exempt from duty and taxes provided the exhibition has been approved by the National Customs Service of Ecuador (SENAE).
Advertisement must follow the conditions below:
It is intended for display, demonstration, or promotion
It is displayed at an exhibition or international fair
It is only exhibited within the fairgrounds and during its event hours
NOTE:
The period of exemption from duty and taxes will apply from 15 days before the start of the event until fifteen days after the end of the event.
The following goods are prohibited and do not qualify as advertising material:
Clothing and footwear
Tobacco and cigarettes
Cosmetics and perfumes
Jewellery and costume jewellery
Advertising Material Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Promotional Material - Not for Resale' (see sample)
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
Ship To
Invoice
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Equipment sent to Ecuador from Canada for repair will be exempt from duty and taxes providing it stays in Ecuador no longer than 1 year.
Items Under Warranty
If a piece of equipment is shipped to Ecuador for repair while under a warranty it will be exempt from duty.
This exemption is granted provided the item is returned to Canada within 1 year of its original entry to Ecuador.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
Equipment that is no longer under warranty and is returned to Canada from Ecuador after repairs will be charged GST on the value of the repair and on any new parts required to complete the repair.
Sending Product for Repair to Ecuador
Equipment sent to Ecuador for repair will be exempt from duty and taxes provided it is returned to Canada within 1 year of its arrival in Ecuador.
Returning Repaired Product to Ecuador
Products repaired in Canada must be returned to Ecuador within a maximum period of 3 months from the departure from Ecuador.
In addition, the following details must be provided by the shipper:
Date of entry of the merchandise to the country
Details on reason for departure of the merchandise from the country
Characteristics, distinctive, brands, models, serial numbers, or other data that allow identify the merchandise that will leave the country
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Ecuador or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods imported temporarily into Ecuador will be exempt from duties.
These temporary imports may include an article shipped to Ecuador for repair or for display at an exhibition or an international fair.
Temporary imports often include the following and may be exempt from duty up to 1 year:
Items that will be used or displayed at an exhibition, international fair, or trade show
Professional and scientific equipment
Commercial samples
Tools and specialised equipment required for repairing, exploring, producing, or manufacturing
Equipment shipped for repairs, restoration or conditioning
NOTE: Ecuador does not accept ATA Carnets for temporary imports.
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Juan Montalvo Av. Universiteria Quito 170 129 Ecuador
Phone: +593 2-252-8810
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 29 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Ecuador. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Ecuador, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
No specific form is required, but generally includes information regarding:
The exporter, importer and transport company
Date of issue
Number of freight invoice
Type and number of packages
Contents of each package
Marks and numbers
Net weight, gross weight and measurements of each package
Prohibited & Restricted Imports
Prohibited goods are not allowed to be shipped to Ecuador while restricted goods indicate there are restrictions that apply to the amount or who may send them.
Prohibited Items
Firearms and ammunition
Explosive, flammable and radioactive materials
Pesticides
Narcotics and psychotropic drugs
Objects categorized as natural
or cultural heritage
Publications that are offensive or contrary to the public order or morals of Ecuador and its people
Duty and taxes on goods shipped to Ecuador are calculated using the CIF value of the shipment, i.e. the sum of the customs value plus freight costs plus insurance charges.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
You can use the CIF calculation to determine duty and taxes owed by the recipient of your shipment.
Thresholds
The threshold value on shipments to Ecuador, also called the de minimis value, is $400 USD (about $500 CAD). This means that on shipments of less than this value, no duty or tax will be incurred.
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Duty Exemption (De minimis Value)
$400 USD (about $500 CAD)
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
12%
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
$400 USD (about $500 CAD)
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Special Consumption Tax
In Ecuador, certain goods incur a special consumer or luxury tax. The tax is known as Impuesto a los Consumos Especiales (ICE).
They include plastic bags, cigarettes, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages.
Details for each of the above products can be found clicking here.
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Ecuador from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 1-2 months to complete the delivery.
