Export Controls

Specific Controls

Import Controls over Strategic Items

What Goods are Subject to Import Controls?

Canada has a range of goods over which it imposes import controls. These goods are listed in the Import Control List (ICL) of the Export and Import Permits Act. Military goods and firearms are controlled by paragraphs 70-73 and 91, and Chemical Weapons Convention items are controlled by paragraph 74 of the ICL.

Applications for import permits for these items must be submitted to the Export Controls Division. Application forms for import permits (EXT-1466) can be downloaded from our website or requested directly from the Export Controls Division at 613-996-2387. Completed applications can be submitted on-line via the Export-Import Control System (EICS) by a registered broker only or faxed by companies to 613-996-3205. Enquiries related to completed applications may be directed to 1-877-808-8838.

Current policy allows for the waiver of an import permit for goods set out in Para 70, (1), firearms and their parts, when the items are non-restricted or restricted in legal classification and are destined to sporting or recreational use.

International Import Certificates

A Canadian-issued International Import Certificate (IIC) may be required by an exporting country prior to that country authorising an export permit/licence. An IIC does not replace an import permit where a permit is required. An application of an IIC can be completed and submitted on-line through the Export Control on Line System (EXCOL). Applications (EXT-1020) can be downloaded on-line through EXCOL or also be requested directly from the Export Controls Division at 613-996-2387 and then completed and faxed to 613-996-9933.