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Canadian Goods Abroad program

Partial duty relief for Canadian goods returned
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

Provides partial or full relief of duties and GST/HST on Canadian goods returned after foreign repair, additions, or processing. It applies to exports for repair, equipment additions, and work done outside Canada, subject to CBSA authorization and documentation requirements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Access new markets
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Repair of Canadian goods outside Canada
  • Addition of foreign equipment to Canadian goods
  • Work or processing done outside Canada on Canadian goods
  • Emergency repairs to aircraft, vehicles, or vessels outside Canada

Documents Needed

  • Proof of export
  • Invoice or supporting documents showing processing costs
  • Authorization to share information with other government departments
  • Completed questionnaire for paragraph 101(1)(c) applications
  • Work order or contract with the foreign processor, where applicable

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian importers
  • Commercial importers
  • Non-commercial importers
  • Businesses importing Canadian goods returned after foreign processing

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Plant equipment and fuel are not eligible for drawback.
  • Replacement goods are not covered as repairs.
  • Affidavits are not accepted as proof of export.
  • Goods sold or leased abroad without GST/HST paid may lose eligibility for relief.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Processing and Agreement

  • CBSA reviews the application and may consult other federal departments.
  • For certain cases, CBSA issues an authorization before export.
  • Imported goods must be accounted for with the required customs documentation.
  • If relief was not claimed at import, a refund request may be filed later.

Additional information

  • The CBSA may consult other federal departments on certain applications.
  • Authorizations for multiple importations are generally valid for two years.
  • Extensions must be requested at least three months before expiry.
  • Corrections may be made within four years of accounting in eligible cases.

Contacts

1-800-461-9999

Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Goods Abroad program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Goods Abroad program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Canadian Goods Abroad program?

Provides partial or full relief of duties and GST/HST on Canadian goods returned after foreign repair, additions, or processing. It applies to exports for repair, equipment additions, and work done outside Canada, subject to CBSA authorization and documentation requirements.

Who is eligible for the Canadian Goods Abroad program program?

To be eligible for the Canadian Goods Abroad program program, you must: Canadian goods returned after foreign processing Proof of export required CBSA authorization needed for some cases

What expenses are eligible under Canadian Goods Abroad program?

Repair of Canadian goods outside Canada Addition of foreign equipment to Canadian goods Work or processing done outside Canada on Canadian goods Emergency repairs to aircraft, vehicles, or vessels outside Canada

Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Goods Abroad program?

You can contact Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) or by phone at 1-800-461-9999.

Where is the Canadian Goods Abroad program available?

The Canadian Goods Abroad program program is available across Canada.

Is the Canadian Goods Abroad program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Canadian Goods Abroad program is a Other Support

Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Goods Abroad program?

Canadian Goods Abroad program is funded by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)

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