Exporting commercial goods
October 4 update: Import-export program (RM) administration to pause October 18 to 21
The Canada Revenue Agency continues to issue the required business number (BN9). The CBSA has taken over other RM account-related services. Until : Register for or modify an import-export program account
This section applies to people and companies who want to export commercial goods from Canada. Get information on the obligations, guidelines and procedures for reporting the goods to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
Reporting requirements for exporters
Exporters' guide to reporting
How to export commercial goods from Canada and submit export declarations to the CBSA.
Goods that may require export permits
List of goods that may need export permits, certificates or licences from other government departments.
Electronic reporting system for exporters
The Canadian Export Reporting System (CERS) portal allows you to submit export documents electronically.
Register your business for an account
For exporters or customs service providers wanting to access the CERS portal.
How-to videos
Guidance to help users navigate CERS.
Contact us
Related links
- BSF831: Exporter reporting application form
- Electronic Commerce Client Requirements Document
- Handbook of export and import commodity codes
- Submitting export documents using the Electronic Longroom
- Exporting from Canada
- Memorandum D20-1-1: Exporter reporting
- Memorandum D3-1-8: Cargo – Export Movements
- System Outage Contingency Plan
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