Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card
Fresh Fruit → Canada
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2025-01-15
RESTRICTED
CFIA inspection; most commercial fruit permitted
Details
Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) controls fresh fruit imports. Most commercially available fruits are permitted but specific fruits from specific countries may be restricted due to pest concerns. All fresh fruit should be declared on the E311 customs card. Some tropical fruits face restrictions.
Quantity limit
Personal quantities with declaration
Documentation required
- E311 customs declaration
Legal reference
Plant Protection Act, CFIA import requirements
Practical advice
Declare all fresh fruit. Most commercial varieties are permitted.
Customs authority
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) · https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca