The two-island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis are products of volcanoes, which today provide challenging hikes into tropical rainforests. But its clean, clear Caribbean waters, with their pure sandy beaches, are an equally enticing draw to cold, northern tourists.
The government of St. Kitts and Nevis is mindful of the importance of developing e-commerce for its citizens and to the country's economy. And the population is clearly ready for it - 81% use the internet, most have mobile phones, and social media use is high. So, Canadians should have no problems shipping to this English-speaking, Commonwealth nation.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Saint Kitts and Nevis through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Saint Kitts and Nevis. 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Oct 6, 2023
8:49 am
Saint Paul's , SP, KN
Delivered
Oct 5, 2023
7:18 am
Market Shop , MS, KN
In transit
Oct 4, 2023
9:03 pm
Fig Tree ,FT, KN
International Clearance
Oct 4, 2023
8:14 am
Basseterre , BA, KN
In transit
Oct 4, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
Oct 3, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
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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 Saint Kitts and Nevis 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:
The following items are considered to be document shipments to St. Kitts and Nevis:
Advertising literature
Airline tickets
Blueprints and drawings
Books, manuscripts, and publications
Brochures and pamphlets
Business cards
Calendars
Cash letters, negotiable bonds, and drafts
Catalogues and price lists
Cheques
Computer print-outs
Driver's licence
Graphs
Invitations and greeting cards
Intercompany mail and annual reports
Magazines, newspapers, and periodicals
Maps
Passports
Photographs
Specifications sheets
Transparencies
Visa applications
Customs officials of St. Kitts and Nevis will allow the following items into their country as a document shipment provided they abide by the restriction shown.
Gift shipments up to a value of $200 USD (about $250 CAD) are allowed a duty- and tax-free entry into St. Kitts and Nevis.
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
Gifts sent from an individual in Canada to an individual in St. Kitts and Nevis will be exempt from duties and taxes up to a value of $200 USD (about $250 CAD).
Shipments from Business-to-Business
Gift shipments entering the islands of St. Kitts and Nevis may enter exempt from VAT and duty if the parcel's value is no more than $200 USD (about $250 CAD).
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
Customs officials of St. Kitts and Nevis allow gifts to enter duty and tax free if their value does not exceed $200 USD (about $250).
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
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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
If your parcel contains multiple gifts, we recommend that you wrap and tag each one separately.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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
For citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis who are returning permanently to their country, they will be allowed to ship their personal effects exempt from duties provided:
He or she has lived overseas continuously for a minimum of 10 years
The goods will not be sold or gifted
All of the goods will be used by the shipper or his or her family
The claimant DOES NOT live abroad for more than 3 continuous months during the first 3 years after returning home
The shipment enters: a) From 3 months before or 3 months after the claimant's arrival; or b) 6 months after he or she has returned to St. Kitts and Nevis
Moving Temporarily
Students
Students returning to St. Kitts and Nevis from their studies overseas may import their personal effects exempt from customs duties* if:
They have been away for no more than 10 years
They can provide documentary proof of having been studying at a college or university
*This will be at the discretion of the Controller of Customs
Non-students
There is no information at this time concerning non-students moving temporarily to St. Kitts and Nevis.
Moving Permanently
St. Kitts and Nevis nationals who return to the country to live permanently may ship their personal effects without payment of duty fees as long as:
The items are for the use of the claimant and will remain in his or her possession, i.e. they are not to be given away or sold
The claimant has lived abroad continuously for at least 10 years
The goods enter the country from 3 months before to 3 months after the applicant OR within 6 months of the owner's arrival in the country
Within the first 3 years of returning home, the individual does not live any longer than 3 months continuously abroad
Personal Effects Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Personal Effects' (
see sample)
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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 products for display to potential buyers may enter St. Kitts and Nevis duty-free provided they do not have commercial value,
i.e. cannot be exchanged for money. (This can be done by marking or mutilating the samples.)
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
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Commercial Sample - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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
Advertising materials that are imported into St. Kitts and Nevis with the intention of being exhibited will be allowed a duty-free entry into the country.
Advertising Material Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Promotional Material - Not for Resale' (see sample)
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
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Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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
Goods shipped to St. Kitts and Nevis for repairs may enter the country exempt from import duties as long as it can be shown to customs that this is the intent of the importation.
Items Under Warranty
Whether items are under warranty or not, they may be repaired in St. Kitts and Nevis without payment of duty fees, provided customs agents are satisfied that this is the true purpose of the shipment.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
Items from St. Kitts and Nevis that are no longer under warranty and repaired in Canada will incur Canadian duty and GST. However, these goods will be allowed a duty-free re-entry into St. Kitts and Nevis.
Sending Product for Repair to Saint Kitts and Nevis
Provided the Comptroller of Customs approves, equipment and machinery shipped to St. Kitts and Nevis for repairs will be allowed a duty-free entry
Returning Repaired Product to Saint Kitts and Nevis
Products - machinery, equipment, etc. - repaired in Canada may re-enter St. Kitts and Nevis exempt from duty charges. (However, Canadian customs will apply duty and GST fees to this transaction.)
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 Saint Kitts and Nevis or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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
Temporary imports may enter St. Kitts and Nevis exempt from customs duties as long as the goods stay no longer than 12 months in the country.
(A longer time period may be allowed by the Comptroller of Customs on a case-by-case basis.)
NOTE: Customs may require a security deposit equal to duties owed, which will be refunded when officials are satisfied that the items have been returned to Canada.
ATA Carnets
The government of St. Kitts and Nevis does not accept ATA Carnets for the temporary importation of goods.
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
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment returning Jan 2020
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 box
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment
CA
$1032.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Temporary Imports Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1032.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Permanent/Sold Goods
All sold goods entering St. Kitts and Nevis will incur duty fees and VAT regardless of their value. There are no de minimis values below which no duties or taxes are collected.
Occasional Shipper
Even if you only occasionally ship sold goods to St. Kitts and Nevis from Canada, for e.g. Through eBay, your parcel will have duties and taxes applied to it.
Regular shipper
If you regularly ship sold goods to St. Kitts and Nevis, we recommend that you use the services of a local licenced customs broker. This will ensure that all paperwork is completed (C100 entry forms) and submitted correctly and in a timely fashion.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Saint Kitts and Nevis
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Saint Kitts and Nevis, 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 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 will not be allowed entry into St. Kitts and Nevis while restricted goods may enter, but will require approval from a government agency or be limited in quantity.
Prohibited Items
Any article or publication regarding black magic,
witchcraft, the occult
Obscene or pornographic material of any sort (photos, videos, paintings, books, etc.)
Counterfeit coins, notes, and stamps of any country
Opium and associated paraphernalia (e.g. pipes)
Stun guns and shock batons
Daggers, swords, flick and switch knives
Restricted Items
Threatened animals and plants, and products made from them
The amount of duty and taxes charged on imported goods entering St. Kitts and Nevis is based on the CIF value of the shipment. The CIF value of a shipment is calculated as the sum of the customs value plus insurance amount plus freight costs.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
If you were to calculate the CIF of your shipment to St. Kitts and Nevis, you will have an estimate of the duties and taxes owed by the recipient.
Thresholds
All goods shipped to St. Kitts and Nevis will be liable to duty and VAT charges regardless of their value as no thresholds - also called a de minimis value - have been established by the country's customs authorities.
Currency
East Caribbean Dollar XCD
Duty Exemption (De minimis Value)
N/A
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
17%
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
N/A
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Excise Duties
All tobacco products will incur a 20% excise duty.
Customs Service Charge
A customs service charge of 6% will be applied to the following imports:
Large kitchen appliances - microwaves, stoves, fridges, freezers
Computers and accessories
Footwear and clothing
Candy25%
Chocolate25%
Spirits and winesVariable*
TobaccoXCD$18/kg (about $8.50 CAD)
Books0%
Documents0%
Video games & consoles25%
Computers & laptops0%
Tablets0%
Mobiles5%
Cameras25%
Accessories for Electronics0%
Coats25%
Beauty products & cosmetics25%
Jewellery25%
Shirts & pants25%
Home appliances25%
Toys25%
Sports equipment10% - 25%
*Wine - 25%; Spirits range from XCD$2/L - $10/L (about $1 - $5 CAD)
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 Saint Kitts and Nevis 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.
