Shipping internationally can feel like a huge hassle if you are not knowledgeable about international shipping policies. Two of the biggest concerns are cost and knowing your shipment will make it safely to its destination A firm that’s specializes in International freight shipping Houston, Texas says that international freight shipping does not have to be a hassle.
Freight shipping can be expensive cross country, and it is even more expensive when products need to be shipped overseas. Even just a small savings from the shipping company can make a big difference for you.
The shipping company that you use should offer different alternatives for shipping. For some items, shipping by a cubic meter may be the most cost effective way to ship. A twenty foot container may work for some shipments, and a forty foot container may be best for other shipments. For automobile shipping, roll on roll off service may save money versus shipping inside of a container. For new cars, containerized shipping may be the best option.
It is also important to make sure the company knows how to handle customs forms. Paperwork for shipping to other countries can be confusing. If you need to handle the paperwork on your own, make sure you understand what papers you need to fill out and make sure you understand how to fill them out to ensure quick and accurate shipment of your products.
It is also always a good idea to make sure your items can legally be shipped to a specific country.
The United States Postal Service website can help provide you with information about what items can and cannot be shipped to specific countries. Some restrictions might be surprising. For example, playing cards cannot be shipped to Germany unless they are complete decks and properly wrapped. Great Britain restricts the shipment of coins, gold, and precious stones. Used clothing and blankets cannot be shipped to Vietnam.
Because of each country’s unique restrictions, it is always a good idea to make sure you know what items can legally be shipped to that country.
Information about customs forms can also be found on the United States Postal Service's website under the Individual Country Listings. By reading over this information, you can know what paperwork needs to be completed.
Look for a company that can help you with customs and other international shipment questions. Be sure to use get a Schedule B number for items leaving the United States that are valued at greater $2500. Consider duties and taxes that may be assessed in the receiving country before you ship your items.
If you are shipping internationally via air, remember that every inch or pound you add can add to the shipping charges. Consider having your box professionally packed. Professional packers may be able to reduce the size of your package. Always ask for a tracking number. This way you can trace your shipment all the way to its final destination.
Because shipment costs depend upon the destination on many factors of your shipment and the contents of the shipment, we encourage you to contact us , pack n send in Houston, for a quote for any of your international shipments.
We have compiled a list of the countries that we ship to.
American
Samoa
Anguilla
Aruba
Baruba
Bermuda
Bolivia |
Bonaire
Brittish
Virgin Islands
Cayman
Islands
Congo
Republic of
Cook Island
Curaco
Faeroe
Islands
Fijii
French
Guinana
French
Polynesia
Gabon
Gibraltar
Greenland
Guadeloupe
Guam
Ireland
Ivory Coast
Jamaica
Libyan Arab
Jamahiriy
Liechtenstein
Madagascar
Martinique
Mexico
Montenegro
Montserrat
Netherlands
Antilles
New Caledonia
Palestine
Panama
Papa New
Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Phillipines
Puerto Rico
Qatar
Reunion
Saba
Saipan
(Northern Mariana Islands)
Samoa
Serbia
Seychelles
Slovak Republic
South Korea
St.
Barthelemy
St. Eustatius
St. Kitts and
Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Maarten
St. Vincent
Tonga
Tongo
Turks and
Caicos Islands
U.S. Virgin
Islands
Vanuatu
Vatican City
Venezuela
Wallis and
Futuna
We pick up & deliver worldwide, as well as in our backyard.