Shipping to Cebu and the Visayas
Cebu is the commercial centre of the Visayas and the second Philippine gateway in the carrier's tariff. It is usually the economical option, with a lower rate per cubic foot than Manila, but transit is several weeks longer. It suits families in Cebu, Bohol, Negros or Leyte who can wait a few extra weeks, and cargo for northern Mindanao can be forwarded from Cebu by ferry.
Balikbayan boxes to the Visayas. Families in Cebu City, Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu and the surrounding provinces often choose Cebu to avoid a second domestic shipment from Manila. Label every box with the full names and phone numbers of sender and receiver, and keep a detailed list of contents for the Bureau of Customs.
Cebu port is close to the city centre, and ferries connect it to Bohol, Leyte, Negros and northern Mindanao, so the consignee can forward boxes to other islands at low cost. Since storage starts on arrival, arrange the collection or onward ferry before the cargo lands.
Shipping rates from Canada to Cebu
| Destination | From Toronto | From Montreal | From Vancouver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cebu | USD 3 / cu ft 57 days · min. USD 370.96 | USD 3 / cu ft 57 days · min. USD 370.96 | USD 2 / cu ft 47 days · min. USD 335.64 |
Examples from Vancouver: 0.5 CBM / 100 kg USD 335.64; 2 CBM / 400 kg USD 406.28. The carrier charges by volume or by weight (1,000 kg per CBM), whichever is greater. From the Prairies, the quote adds Fastfrate trucking to Montreal or Vancouver.
Personal effects: Personal effects and household goods are accepted subject to carrier approval: we send your packing list and passport copy to the carrier before you pay. Carrier conditions for Philippines: Subject to ISPM 15 Packing Regulations; Required to have proper "MARKINGS/ LABELS" of Country of Origin; Shipper's Full details, Consignee's Full details, HBL NO; No Freetime in Philippines.
Documents: a signed packing list and a passport copy for personal effects, a commercial invoice and packing list for commercial cargo. Customs value up to CAD 2,000; cargo palletized or crated on ISPM 15 wood.
Nearest other destinations in Philippines: Manila (553 km). All destinations and rates: shipping to Philippines.
Rates valid October 1–31, 2026; totals include A1 fees of USD 265.00. Destination charges are confirmed by the carrier, duties and taxes are paid by the consignee, and transit days are the carrier's estimate.