How to Ship a Couch from China to Canada (2025 Guide)

Chinese furniture is well-known for being affordable and high-quality. But how can you ship furniture—like a couch—from China to Canada?

Let’s break it down step by step.

Can You Ship a Couch from China to Canada?

In China, you can’t use local logistics companies to ship directly to Canada. Sellers on platforms like Taobao or 1688 can only ship within China. They typically can’t handle international shipments.

However, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible.

To ship your couch to Canada, you need a third-party freight forwarder or consolidation service. For example, GoNest can help you ship your couch door-to-door from China to Canada.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Couch from China to Canada?

The shipping cost depends on the weight and volume of your package. Below are two popular options for shipping to Canada through GoNest:

1. Canada Air Freight (General Goods Dedicated Line)

• Free Insurance
• DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)
• Door-to-Door Delivery
• No Category Surcharges
• No Residential Address Fees

Transit Time: 8–15 days
Base Rate: ¥105.00/0.5kg
Additional Weight: ¥48.00/0.5kg

Example (1.0kg): ¥137.70 (Was ¥153.00)

2. Canada Sea Freight (Dedicated Line, Starting from 13kg)

• Sea Freight Express
• Free Insurance
• Door-to-Door Delivery
• No Category Surcharges
• No Residential Address Fees

Transit Time: 40–55 days
Base Rate: ¥18.00/0.5kg
Additional Weight: ¥18.00/0.5kg

Example (13.0kg): ¥421.20 (Was ¥468.00)

How to Get an Accurate Shipping Quote

To get a reliable shipping quote for your couch, you need to provide two key details:

• The weight of the couch after it has been packed.
• The dimensions of the package (Length × Width × Height).

How to Get These Details

• Ask the seller directly: Request the packed weight and size from the seller via chat.
• Check the product listing: Some sellers include this info in their product description. You can screenshot the details and send them to us.
• Share the product link: If you’re unable to get this information, just send us the product link, and we’ll help you collect the necessary data.

How We Calculate the Shipping Cost

Once we receive the packed weight and dimensions, we can estimate your shipping cost more accurately.

We calculate the dimensional weight using the formula:

Dimensional Weight (kg) = (Length × Width × Height) / 6000

Then we compare the actual weight vs. the dimensional weight. The higher value is used to determine your shipping cost.

Example:
Actual weight: 50kg
Dimensional weight: 62kg
→ Final chargeable weight = 62kg

Based on this example, the estimated sea freight cost would be $279.83 for 62kg.

Note: If your package exceeds certain weight or size limits, air shipping may no longer be an option. In such cases, we recommend sea freight as the most practical solution.

Step-by-Step: How to Ship a Couch from China to Canada

1. Register for a GoNest account to receive your personal warehouse address in China.
2. Place your order on Taobao or 1688 and input your GoNest warehouse address at checkout.
3. Wait for us to receive the package and log it into your account.
4. Submit the item for repacking and prepare it for international shipping.
5. Enter your Canadian delivery address into your account.
6. Select the shipping line, typically sea freight for large items like a couch.
7. Enter your insurance and coupon info if applicable.
8. Proceed to payment to complete the estimated shipping fee.
9. Finally, we’ll repack your couch (if necessary) and initiate the shipment.

Additional Charges and Important Notes

Oversize Surcharge

If your couch exceeds 1 meter in any dimension, a surcharge will apply—this is standard across all logistics providers and cannot be avoided.

Customs and Tax

Concerned about import duties?

If you choose a DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) shipping line, we cover all customs taxes—you won’t need to pay anything extra.

If you choose DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid), you’ll need to handle the customs charges upon arrival in Canada.

Door-to-Door Delivery

Our service includes full door-to-door delivery, so there’s no extra fee for home delivery. However, please make sure someone is available to receive the package. If the delivery fails and the couch needs to be redelivered, a second delivery fee may be charged.

By following this guide, shipping a couch from China to Canada becomes a smooth and manageable process. If you’re ready to begin or have questions about your shipment, GoNest is here to help.