Hey Fellow Canuck, Does Walmart US Ship To Canada In 2026? (Read This First)

As your frugal Canadian shopping buddy, I need to let you know upfront: Walmart’s US website unfortunately does not ship orders directly to Canada as of 2022. I know, total bummer if you were hoping to score some sweet deals!

But before you give up on accessing those tantalizing American Walmart low prices from the comfort of your igloo, read on. In this tell-all guide, I’ll share:

• How to work around Walmart’s no-Canada shipping policy
• Creative tips for wanna-be cross-border shoppers like us
• Key need-to-know restrictions on what they won’t send
• Savvy stay-in-Canada alternatives for bargain hunters
• Plus plenty of shopper stats, data and duty deets!

Let’s dig in…

No Maple Syrup for You! Where Walmart US Will & Won’t Ship

America’s king of low prices currently limits its shipping reach to addresses within the 50 US states and a handful of territories.

Walmart ships to:

• All 50 glorious US states
• APO/FPO military addresses for US soldiers stationed abroad
• US territories like Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and the US Virgin Islands

Walmart does NOT ship to:

• Any Canadian province or territory (sorry, they don’t want our maple syrup money 😢)
• International destinations outside the US

I know, it hurts to hear. But don’t shred your Walmart US gift cards just yet! There are still ways to tap into those sweet, sweet American deals from north of the border. More on that next…

Smuggle Me a Mountain Dew! How to Get Walmart US Goods to Canada

Alright, so Walmart won’t ship directly to our tundra-covered homes. But where there’s a will (and a lack of shipping restrictions), there’s a way! Here are a few sneaky workarounds to get your Walmart US orders to Canadian soil:

Use a Package Forwarding Service

These companies give you a US address you can ship to, then forward the goods onto you in Canada for a fee. Some options:

• MyUS – Basic plan starts at $9.95 per package
• Stackry – Plans from $12/mo + $5 per package
• Shipito – $12 to sign up then $4-$8 per package

Be aware these services do add hefty processing charges on top of whatever you pay for shipping. But they get the job done!

Ship to a US Address You Have Access To

If you’ve got family, friends or a mailbox set up south of the border, you can send packages there. Then plan for someone to drive them up or reship them to you in Canada.

You’ll save on some fees, but you need someone willing to hold those Walmart boxes for you!

Use a Re-Shipping Service

These companies will buy products for you and ship them up from the US. Prices start around $5-$10 per order + the item cost + applicable taxes and duties. Two options:

• Viabox
• MyMallBox

The benefit is they take care of the buying and shipping. The drawback, like with the other services, is those annoying extra fees.

Table: Cost Comparison of Walmart US vs. Walmart Canada

Item	Walmart US Price	Walmart Canada Price
LEGO Star Wars TIE Fighter	$39.99 USD	$59.97 CAD (about $44 USD)
Bissell Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet Cleaner	$84.99 USD	$139.97 CAD (about $104 USD)
Apple AirPods Pro	$179.99 USD	$329.97 CAD (about $244 USD)

Wait, Should I Just Shop at Walmart Canada Instead?

Hold your horses! Before you rush to smuggle those cheaper American products over the border, let’s talk alternatives.

Why deal with paying extra forwarding fees when you can just shop at Walmart Canada? Here are some benefits to sticking within the borders:

• No surprise customs fees or duties – Shipments between Canada and the US over $20 CAD are subject to brokerage fees by the courier. Plus any duties payable to the government. It can really eat into your savings!

• Faster and more affordable shipping – Sending packages domestically avoids costly international rates and delays at the border. Even paying extra for expedited shipping within Canada can cost less than the cheapest US option.

• Easy returns – If you need to send something back, you avoid issues with returning items internationally. Walmart Canada happily takes returns shipped for free within Canada!

• Can shop online and pick up – Walmart Canada offers free grocery pickup in as little as 2 hours if you live near a store location. Curbside pickup is also free for orders $50 CAD and up.

• Price match guarantee – If you see a lower price somewhere else, ask! Walmart Canada will match any competitors’ advertised deal as long as they also have stock of the exact same item.

How Does Walmart Canada’s Pricing Stack Up?

Walmart Canada has worked hard to improve pricing lately. They now offer many items very close to Walmart US prices.

Some product examples I compared:

Item	Walmart US Price	Walmart Canada Price
Nintendo Switch Console	$299.99 USD	$399.97 CAD (about $295 USD)
Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker	$59.99 USD	$79.97 CAD (about $59 USD)
Coleman Camping Cot	$44.99 USD	$64.97 CAD (about $48 USD)

For many products, the difference is now only $10-$20 CAD – not enough savings to justify paying for international shipping and possible duties!

Wait, We Have Amazon.ca Too!

That’s right! Your bargain-loving buddy Bezos offers an entire Canadian site with free shipping for Prime members.

Amazon.ca has really expanded their selection, so don’t overlook them when deal hunting.

Savvy Perks for Canadians:

• Free 2-day shipping on millions of items for $79 CAD/year Prime membership
• Low prices that often beat Walmart
• Convenient shopping across all categories
• Fast and free returns – even for marketplace sellers
• No duties or fees on books, apps, software shipped by Amazon

So next time you want to price compare, be sure to check if Amazon.ca has that gadget or gizmo for less.

Hold Up! What Restrictions Are There on International Shipping?

Before you pull the trigger on any cross-border shopping shenanigans, make sure you know what products have shipping restrictions.

The following types of items are not allowed for shipment by Walmart from the US to other countries:

• Fresh food, meat, produce, flowers, live plants – perishable stuff!
• Alcohol, wine, beer, liquors – subject to strict regulations
• Aerosols, nail polish – flammables and other hazards
• Medications, pharmaceuticals – legal and safety restrictions
• Anything over 50 lbs – too large for standard shipping

Also keep in mind third-party sellers on Walmart Marketplace control their own policies. So if it’s not shipped by Walmart, they may not send certain items internationally.

Okay, You Got Me – I‘ll Stick to Walmart Canada

After digesting all these import hassles and restrictions, I bet you’re exhausted like me!

Let’s just relax and stick to the easy, convenient options within Canada. Here’s a little summary:

• Walmart’s US website unfortunately does NOT ship direct to Canada as of 2022. Sneaky workarounds exist but cost extra.

• For many items, Walmart Canada’s prices are now just as low or only slightly higher.

• Perks of Walmart Canada include free pickup, price match guarantee, easy hassle-free returns, and no surprise duty fees.

• Don’t forget about Amazon.ca – they also offer great prices and fast free shipping for Canadians.

• You can’t ship food, alcohol, hazardous items or anything over 50 lbs from Walmart US to Canada.

So save yourself the headache and hunt for bargains at Walmart Canada’s website or fly into a store. Bring those price match skills and shop strategically.

We frugal Canucks can still find the deals when we shop smart. No risky smuggling required, eh?