Import coffee from India to Canada
Washed and natural Arabica, Robusta, and Monsooned Malabar, sourced from Indian estates and shipped to Canada, with export documentation prepared for your customs and food safety authorities.
- RegionAmericas
- Main portsVancouver, Montreal and Halifax
- Import notesCanadian Food Inspection Agency import requirements and standard customs entry apply, alongside any licence needed for the importer of record.
Request a quote for Canada
Tell us the coffee type and volume. A specialist replies within one business day.
Shipping coffee to Canada
Yes, you can import coffee from India to Canada through Vats Consultancy. We source washed and natural Arabica, Robusta, Monsooned Malabar and roasted coffee from Indian estates, quote FOB or CIF, ship to Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax, and prepare the export documents your customs and food safety authorities ask for.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency import requirements and standard customs entry apply, alongside any licence needed for the importer of record.
We quote FOB or CIF from the Indian port that suits your grade and volume, and prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate and any quality documentation your Canada customs authority will ask for.
Coffee we ship to Canada
Tell us your target use and we will recommend a grade, or match a specification you already have.
- Ask about Arabica
Arabica, washed & natural
Karnataka and Kerala-grown Arabica for specialty and blend roasting.
- Ask about Robusta
Robusta
Fuller body and higher caffeine, for espresso blends and instant coffee.
- Ask about Monsooned Malabar
Monsooned Malabar
India's distinctive low-acid, full-bodied monsoon-processed coffee.
- Ask about roasted coffee
Roasted & ground coffee
Roasted to your profile, or supplied as green beans for your own roasting.
How an order to Canada moves
The same steps apply whether you order one pallet or a full container.
- Specification
- You share variety, process, grade and your Canada destination port.
- Quote and sample
- We quote FOB or CIF and can arrange a pre-shipment sample for cupping.
- Contract
- Price, quantity and payment terms are agreed in writing.
- Shipping and documents
- We arrange loading, shipping to Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax, and the export paperwork Canada requires.
Questions from Canada buyers
What is the minimum order quantity for Canada?
Minimums vary by grade and packing. Tell us your target volume and we will confirm what is possible for shipments to Canada.
Can you quote FOB and CIF for Canada?
Yes. FOB suits buyers who arrange their own freight into Canada, and CIF suits buyers who want shipping and insurance included in the price.
Do you handle the export documents Canada requires?
Yes. We prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate, and coordinate with your local customs agent.
Can you supply roasted coffee for Canada, or only green beans?
Both. We can supply green beans for your own roasting, or arrange roasting and grinding to your profile before shipment to Canada.
How quickly will I hear back?
We reply to every enquiry within one business day.
Which types of Indian coffee can I import to Canada?
We supply washed and natural Arabica, Robusta, Monsooned Malabar, and roasted or ground coffee, as well as green beans for your own roasting, for shipment to Canada. Tell us your use (espresso, blends, instant or specialty roasting) and we will recommend a grade.
Which ports do coffee shipments to Canada arrive at?
Coffee shipments to Canada typically move through Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax. We confirm the best routing when we quote.
What import rules apply to coffee in Canada?
Canadian Food Inspection Agency import requirements and standard customs entry apply, alongside any licence needed for the importer of record. Rules change, so confirm current requirements with your local customs agent; we coordinate with them and prepare the export side of the paperwork.
Who is Vats Consultancy?
Vats Consultancy is a consultancy with offices in Bengaluru, London, Central Hong Kong and RAKEZ, UAE. Coffee sourcing is coordinated from our Bengaluru office, with shipping and documentation handled through our RAKEZ, UAE office.
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Sourcing is coordinated from our Bengaluru office, with shipping and documentation handled through our RAKEZ, UAE office.
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