Quote Originally Posted by Luvyna View Post
I would check with the seller for the exact cost that you will be paying in terms of the ball python, shipping, and import fees, but yes I'm pretty sure you will be expected to pay the import fee as well. Some breeders also require an additional fee for doing all the paperwork...etc. involved with shipping a snake. I would also confirm with the seller who will be responsible for taking care of shipping, although that's usually something the seller does.

If Reptile Express says the next shipment will be in May, then that's when you will be receiving your snake because right now it is a bad time to ship reptiles due to the low temperatures. It's not advisable to ship reptiles in the winter or hottest months of summer because they can easily die from the extreme temperatures.

There are lots of great ball python breeders in Canada and I'd recommend getting one from here instead of another country so you don't have to pay the $350 of import fees and deal with the complications of shipping a snake unless it's a BP for a breeding project that you absolutely must have. If you don't mind saying, which province/area are you in? There is probably a breeder close enough to drive to near you somewhere.
I'm in BC. I just went thru all the Canadian stores on MorphMarket. Reptile Express said they will be shipping in May and that's when Wilbanks is gonna have their clutches in. So I can put a hold on them and pay until they're ready to ship. My issue is I want a banana mojave and a ghost as they're pets and not breeding projects so I want them to be exactly that and Mike has been keeping in touch and easy to deal with.