You believe what you want to believe, rules dictate that the vehicle remain on State side at least 72hrs. Paperwork needs to be mailed 72 hrs ahead of time but also stipulates vehicle remain there as well. That being said you could just say the vehicle indeed has been in the states for 72 hrs if they ask, don't think they check or care. However, if they ask ( they may not),has it remained in the states for 72 hours and if your answer is "No" then they will simply ask you to come back because at that point they would be doing something out of procedure.
Exporting/Importing Vehicle - US to Canada ONLY!
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Where does it say that vehicle has to be in US for 72 hours?
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/307/kw/export vehicle 72 hour notice/session/L3RpbWUvMTUyNDA1MzA1Ny9zaWQvN3JuaFJ0S24=
>> Documentation needs to be submitted 72 hours in advance
>> Vehicle should be at POE at the time of export
That's strange to me. Each border might do it differently though. I would assume the people at the border you're crossing should know their policy though. I might call back again to that border and verify with someone else, and make sure you get their name. That way if there is an issue you can say "I called at X time and spoke to Y and they said Z" type of thing.
That's actually exactly what I did. I called the border, the officer told me the same thing, so I kept my car with me in Canada. After the 72 hours, I crossed to the US, and went to speak with the officers to complete export process, no problems. I'm not saying anyone else should do that, but that was my personal experience exporting my car.
You are correct, nowhere here it says that. Like i said tread with caution, i am no expert. I perhaps misspoke based on my recent experience using several resources to gather my information, broker website ( simplified trading), cbp, riv, etc. Fact is it wasn't a concern for me since i was driving from US so i didn't pay close attention.
I'm a current resident of Canada. My mom is getting rid of her 1999 Ford Taurus and I'd like to bring it up here for one of my kids.
Given the age, and the following regulation, does it still need to be modified for daytime running lights?
13. IMPORTATION OF VEHICLES (15) YEARS OLD OR OLDER AND BUSES MANUFACTURED BEFORE JANUARY 1, 1971 - Vehicles fifteen (15) years old or older, as determined by the month and year of manufacture, and buses manufactured before January 1, 1971, are no longer regulated under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act by virtue of their age. While Transport Canada does not regulate the importation of these vehicles, it does not preclude the vehicles from having to meet provincial/territorial safety and licensing requirements. Importers of such vehicles are required to complete a Vehicle Import Form 1, at the time of importation, and present proof of ownership. Also, please contact the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) for clearance requirements.
Given the age, and the following regulation, does it still need to be modified for daytime running lights?
13. IMPORTATION OF VEHICLES (15) YEARS OLD OR OLDER AND BUSES MANUFACTURED BEFORE JANUARY 1, 1971 - Vehicles fifteen (15) years old or older, as determined by the month and year of manufacture, and buses manufactured before January 1, 1971, are no longer regulated under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act by virtue of their age. While Transport Canada does not regulate the importation of these vehicles, it does not preclude the vehicles from having to meet provincial/territorial safety and licensing requirements. Importers of such vehicles are required to complete a Vehicle Import Form 1, at the time of importation, and present proof of ownership. Also, please contact the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) for clearance requirements.
We’re you able to confirm if you need to change the cluster? I have a similar car where the analog speedo shows only mph but the digital display can be updated to show KPH.
LOL.. looks like we'll be finding out about this pretty much together. Crossing in late June, early July. I've been trying to reach 'stealerships' across the border, no one wants to give me a straight answer as to what needs to be modified/changed.
This worked pretty well. I showed the email reply from CBSA to the border agent and they did consider me a "Settler". I was able to import my car duty free, and submit a goods to follow list as well (even though I did not submitted goods to follow list at the time of landing in 2015).
Hey all, quick question:
I will be importing my car which is over fifteen years old, and therefore exempt from the RIV process – does this mean I do not need a Form 1? What paperwork should I be bringing for this process.
So far I have:
Title
Bill of Sale
Export paperwork / ITN
Passport / PR card
Am I missing anything? I was assuming I would need Form 1 for the CBSA but now I am unsure since my vehicle is exempt.
I will be importing my car which is over fifteen years old, and therefore exempt from the RIV process – does this mean I do not need a Form 1? What paperwork should I be bringing for this process.
So far I have:
Title
Bill of Sale
Export paperwork / ITN
Passport / PR card
Am I missing anything? I was assuming I would need Form 1 for the CBSA but now I am unsure since my vehicle is exempt.
Could you share what you did eventually? I am facing similar situation. Thanks.