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This will tell you: What youre allowed to send (International Shipping Restrictions and Prohibitions); how much of it you can send (weight and size limits); what shipping services you can use; and other country-specific information.","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-01.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm#step1"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Choose an International Shipping Service","text":"USPS offers 5 different services for sending international packages. Some services are only available to certain countries, or for certain types or amounts of contents: Check the Individual Country Listings for info on specific countries. TIP: Check to see which services you can use based on what youre sending and where youre sending it to, then fine-tune your decision based on price, speed, and available features.","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-02.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm#step2"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Prepare Your Box","text":"Pack your box to protect your contents and to make sure the box arrives intact. Use a sturdy box with enough room to add cushioning for fragile items and to prevent items from shifting. If youre reusing a box, make sure all old logos, shipping labels, and addresses are completely covered or blacked out. Write down each item, how much it weighs, and how much its worthyoull need this information for your customs form (whether you do it at home using our Customs Form Online tool or at the Post Office). Then tape your box so that it closes flat on all sides and reinforce the flaps with 2-inch wide packing tape.","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-03.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm#step3"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Write the Address","text":"Please write the destination address parallel to the longest side of the package, and make sure the address and postage will fit on the same side. International address formats are different for each country. You need to write the delivery address in English (if you need to use another language, you have to add the English translation after each line).","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-04.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm#step4"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Calculate and Apply Postage","text":"If youre going to use stamps or pay for your postage at the Post Office, you can use the International Postage Calculator to figure out the price of your postage. You can use Click-N-Ship service to pay for and print international postage for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International Service.","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-05.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm#step5"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Create Your Customs Forms & Labels","text":"You have to fill out a customs form when you send packages to other countries. All customs forms must be computer-generated: If you use Click-N-Ship service to print your own postage, it will print a customs form for you. If youll be paying for your postage at the Post Office, you can save time by printing your own customs form at home using our Customs Form Online tool. Otherwise, you can bring your package to the Post Office, fill out Form PS 2976-R, and give it to the USPS postal clerk so they can create and print your customs form.","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-06.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm#step6"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Send Your International Shipment","text":"Once your package has the correct address, postage, and customs form, how you send it will depend on its size and weight; whether you used stamps or paid for postage online; and if it has a computer-generated customs form. You can always give your package to a clerk at the Post Office. 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href="https://www.usps.com/international/shipping-restrictions.htm">International Shipping Restrictions</a></li> <li><a role="menuitem" tabindex="-1" href="https://www.usps.com/international/international-how-to.htm">Shipping Internationally Online</a></li> <li><a role="menuitem" tabindex="-1" href="https://www.usps.com/international/insurance-extra-services.htm">International Insurance &amp; Extra Services</a></li> <li><a role="menuitem" tabindex="-1" href="https://www.usps.com/international/customs-forms.htm">Completing Customs Forms</a></li> </ul> <li><a role="menuitem" tabindex="-1" href="https://www.usps.com/ship/apo-fpo-dpo.htm?pov=international">Military &amp; Diplomatic Mail</a></li> <li><a role="menuitem" tabindex="-1" href="https://www.usps.com/international/money-transfers.htm">Sending Money Abroad</a></li> <li><a role="menuitem" tabindex="-1" href="https://www.usps.com/international/passports.htm">Passports</a></li> </ul> <ul role="menu" aria-hidden="true"> <h3 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Example: Put "men's cotton shirts," not "clothing."</li> <li>A printer if you're printing your customs form. (You can save a lot of time by using our <a href="https://cfo.usps.com/cfo-web/labelInformation.html">Customs Form Online tool</a> to fill out your own form, print it out, and bring it with your package to the Post Office to pay for postage and ship your package.)</li> <li><a href="https://store.usps.com/store/results/readypost-packaging/shipping-supplies/_/N-fnpz4fZ7d0v8v">Packaging materials</a> (like boxes, padding, and tape).</li> </ul> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <!-- <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-01.jpg" alt="No. 10 envelope compared to the minimum and maximum envelope sizes" /> --> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-4 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-4 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <h4>You Should Know</h4> <p>Sending packages to other countries is different from sending packages inside the U.S.:</p> <ul> <li>Tracking: Depending on how and where you ship, you may not get the same level of tracking information you're used to for U.S. packages.</li> <li>Rules: There are more rules, laws, and regulations that you must follow (from USPS, the U.S., and the destination country), and you are responsible for following all of them.</li> <li>Things You Can't Send: There are more things you can't send in international packages, and each country has its own rules about what it'll allow in inbound packages.</li> <li>Customs Forms: When you send merchandise (anything that's not correspondence or documents), it must have a customs form that's computer-generated (not handwritten) by approved USPS software that electronically sends the customs form data to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). If you have a handwritten customs form, you'll need to give it to a retail associate at a USPS location and they'll make a computer-generated customs form for you.</li> <li>Consequences: You'll want to be very careful, detailed, and accurate. If you make mistakes, your package could be delayed, subject to extra import fees, or even rejected, confiscated, or destroyed by the receiving country.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step1"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-01.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 1: Where, What, & How Much Can You Send?</h4> <p>Find the country you’re sending the package to in the International Mail Manual’s Individual Country Listings for:</p> <ul> <li>What you’re not allowed to send to that country (Also see general <a href="/international/shipping-restrictions.htm">International Shipping Restrictions and Prohibitions</a>.)</li> <li>How much of it you can send (weight and size limits)</li> <li>What shipping services you can use</li> <li>Other country-specific information</li> </ul> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>First, check the <a href="https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts/international/welcome.htm">International Service Disruptions page</a> and make sure USPS is accepting packages going to your destination country. </p> <h4>What Can I Send? </h4> <ol> <li>See <a href="/international/shipping-restrictions.htm">International Shipping Restrictions</a> for general guidance on items you can’t send (prohibited) and items you can send under certain conditions (restricted).</li> <li>Also see additional guidance in <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/pub52/welcome.htm"><i>USPS Publication 52, Hazardous, Restricted, and Perishable Mail.</i></a></li> <li>Lastly, each country has its own rules on what it will and won’t allow: Find your destination country in the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/Imm/immctry.htm">Individual Country Listings</a> (which will show you other important information like weight limits and price groups).</li> </ol> <h4>How Much Can I Send? (Size & Weight Limits)</h4> <p>Different USPS international package services have different maximum weight limits and then <a href="http://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immpg.htm">destination countries may have lower limits</a>. There are also limits around the type of things you can send to certain destinations (like just printed material or correspondence) and limits on monetary value (for example, things you send using First-Class Package International Service have a maximum value of $400).</p> <style> #step1 table td { background-color:#f7f7f7; } #step1 table td:nth-of-type(1), #step1 table td:nth-of-type(4), #step1 table td:nth-of-type(5) { background-color: #ffffff; } #step1 tr:first-of-type { text-align:center; } table p { font-size: 12px!important; line-height: 15px!important; } ol { margin-left:0; } @media (min-width: 992px){ .mobile-table-carousel { display:none; } } @media (max-width: 991.5px){ .desktop-table { display:none; } .mobile-table-carousel { position:relative; width: 100%; overflow: hidden; padding: 0; } .mobile-table-carousel .viewer { width: 100%; white-space: nowrap; position: relative; } .mobile-table-carousel .viewer table { display: inline-block; position: relative; width: 100%; white-space:normal; } .viewer table td { width: 50%; } .viewer table tbody { width: 100%; } .mobile-table-carousel { width: 100%; overflow: hidden; padding: 0; } .viewer table:first-of-type td, .viewer table:last-of-type td { background-color: #f7f7f7!important; } .viewer table:nth-of-type(2) td { background-color: #FFFFFF!important; } #step-3 table tr:nth-of-type(3) td { border-bottom: 1px solid #000000!important; } .prev-table { text-decoration:none; color:#333366; float:left; } .prev-table:before { content: ''; height: 10px; width: 10px; display: inline-block; min-width: 0; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: 0 0; background-image: url(https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg); position: relative; left: -5px; top:0px; transform: rotate(180deg); pointer-events: none; } .next-table { text-decoration:none; color:#333366; float:right; } .next-table:before { content: ''; height: 10px; width: 10px; display: inline-block; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: 0 0; background-image: url(https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg); position: relative; left: 105%; top:0px; transform: rotate(0deg); pointer-events: none; } } </style> <!-- <div class="desktop-table"> --> <table> <tr> <td><p><strong>Service</strong></p></td> <td> <p><strong>Max Weight</strong> (<a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immpg.htm" target="_blank">Country limits may be lower</a>)</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/priority-mail-express-international.htm">Priority Mail Express <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p>Flat Rate Envelope: 4 lbs<br />Mailing Box (Priced by Weight): 70 lbs</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/priority-mail-international.htm">Priority Mail <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p>Flat Rate Envelope: 4 lbs<br /> Flat Rate Box: 20 lbs<br /> Priced by Weight: 70 lbs</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/first-class-package-international-service.htm">First-Class Package International <span style="white-space:nowrap">Service<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p>Up to 4 lbs (64 oz)</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/first-class-mail-international.htm">First-Class Mail <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p>Up to 15.994 oz for a large envelope (flat), documents only</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm#airmail-mbags">Airmail <span style="white-space:nowrap">M-Bags<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p>Up to 66 lbs (printed material only)</p></td> </tr> </table> <p><strong>Large envelopes (flats) for First-Class Mail International</strong> may not contain goods and must be rectangular, flexible, and uniformly thick, with the following maximum limits: Length 15" x Height 12" x Thickness 3/4", with a max weight of 15.994 oz.</p> <p>Large envelopes that are bigger than maximum size limits for First-Class Mail International or are rigid or lumpy will be charged the First-Class Package International Service<sup>&reg;</sup> (small package) price.</p> <p><strong>Packages:</strong> If you're using your own box, you must stick to the following size limits (note that country limits may be lower):</p> <ul> <li>First-Class Package International Service: Maximum length is 24”, and combined maximum length + height + thickness is 36"</li> <li>For other international packages, length (the longest side of the package) plus total girth (distance around the thickest part) of your package must be under 108". <a href="http://pe.usps.com/text/dmm100/tips-measure-packages.htm">Learn to Measure Package Girth</a>. (Tip: You don't have to measure your package if you use <a href="https://store.usps.com/store/results/shipping-supplies/_/N-7d0v8v/Ntt-flat+rate">USPS Flat Rate packaging</a> with the matching USPS Flat Rate service.)</li> </ul> <p>See the <a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">International Mail &amp; Shipping Services Page</a> for more details about weight and size limits and other restrictions, limitations (including individual country weight and size limits), and available extra features.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" name="step2" id="step2"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-02.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 2: Choose an International Shipping Service</h4> <p>USPS offers <a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">5 different services for sending international packages</a>. Some services are only available to certain countries, or for certain types or amounts of contents: Check the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/ab_toc.htm">Individual Country Listings</a> for info on specific countries.</p> <p>TIP: Check to see which services you can use based on what you’re sending and where you’re sending it to, then fine-tune your decision based on price, speed, and available features.</p> <div class="desktop-table"> <table> <tr> <td colspan="6"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'> <h4>Fastest Delivery Speed</h4> <p>Fast delivery for your most important mail and packages.</p> </td> <td colspan='2'> <h4>Affordable Options</h4> <p>Value-priced shipping.</p> </td> <td colspan='2'> <h4>Best for Documents or Printed Materials Only</h4> <p>Large envelopes (flats) of only documents or a large sack (up to 66 lbs) of books or other printed material.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'><p><a href="/international/priority-mail-express-international.htm">Priority Mail Express <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p><a href="/international/priority-mail-international.htm">Priority Mail <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p><a href="/international/first-class-package-international-service.htm">First-Class Package International <span style="white-space:nowrap">Service<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p><a href="/international/first-class-mail-international.htm">First-Class Mail <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm#airmail-mbags">Airmail <span style="white-space:nowrap">M-Bags<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'><p>You're sending important items that need to arrive in under a week. You can get a date-certain, postage-refund guarantee for some locations.<sup><a href="#1">1</a></sup></p></td> <td><p>You have a package that weighs over 4 lbs, with options for Flat Rate pricing or pricing by weight.</p></td> <td><p>You have a package (or large envelope) of items worth less than $400 and weighing less than 4 lbs.</p></td> <td><p>You have a large envelope of documents that weighs under 15.994 oz.</p></td> <td><p>You're an international student in the U.S. and need to send lots of books home.</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="6"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> </table> </div> <div class="mobile-table-carousel"> <div class="viewer table2"> <table> <tr> <td colspan="5"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="#" class="prev-table">Best for Documents or Printed Materials Only</a></p></td> <td><p><a href="#" class="next-table">Affordable Options</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'> <h4>Fastest Delivery Speed</h4> <p>Fast delivery for your most important mail and packages.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'><p><a href="/international/priority-mail-express-international.htm">Priority Mail Express <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'><p>You're sending important items that need to arrive in under a week. You can get a date-certain, postage-refund guarantee for some locations.<sup><a href="#1">1</a></sup></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="#" class="prev-table">Best for Documents or Printed Materials Only</a></p></td> <td><p><a href="#" class="next-table">Affordable Options</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="5"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> </table> <table> <tr> <td colspan="6"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="#" class="prev-table">Fastest Delivery Speed</a></p></td> <td><p><a href="#" class="next-table">Best for Documents or Printed Materials Only</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'> <h4>Affordable Options</h4> <p>Value-priced shipping with options for Flat Rate pricing or pricing by weight.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/priority-mail-international.htm">Priority Mail <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p><a href="/international/first-class-package-international-service.htm">First-Class Package International <span style="white-space:nowrap">Service<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p>You have a package that weighs over 4 lbs.</p></td> <td><p>You have a package (or large envelope) of items worth less than $400 and weighing less that 4 lbs.</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="#" class="prev-table">Fastest Delivery Speed</a></p></td> <td><p><a href="#" class="next-table">Best for Documents or Printed Materials Only</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="6"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> </table> <table> <tr> <td colspan="6"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="#" class="prev-table">Affordable Options</a></p></td> <td><p><a href="#" class="next-table">Fastest Delivery Speed</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan='2'> <h4>Best for Documents or Printed Materials Only</h4> <p>Large envelopes (flats) of only documents or a large sack (up to 66 lbs) of books or other printed material.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="/international/first-class-mail-international.htm">First-Class Mail <span style="white-space:nowrap">International<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> <td><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm#airmail-mbags">Airmail <span style="white-space:nowrap">M-Bags<sup>&reg;</sup></span></a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p>You have a large envelope of documents that weighs under 1 lb (15.994 oz).</p></td> <td><p>You're an international student in the U.S. and need to send lots of books home.</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td><p><a href="#" class="prev-table">Affordable Options</a></p></td> <td><p><a href="#" class="next-table">Fastest Delivery Speed</a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="6"><p><a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p></td> </tr> </table> </div> </div> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <!-- <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> --> <!-- <img src="/assets/images/ship/step-3-postage.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> --> <!-- </div> --> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>Choosing a USPS International Service depends on how much you want to spend, how quickly you want it to arrive, the country that you’re sending to, what you’re sending (and its size, shape, and weight), and if you need tracking or other special features.</p> <p>For example, one of our most popular services, <a href="/international/first-class-package-international-service.htm">First-Class Package International Service</a>, can only be used for items weighing less than 4 lbs (64 oz) and worth less than $400.</p> <p>See more details and features: <a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">Compare USPS International Shipping Services</a></p> <p>NOTE: If USPS isn't allowed to accept your international package (for example, it's bigger than USPS maximum size limits), you’ll need to choose another carrier.</p> <h4>International Insurance & Extra Services</h4> <p>You may be able to purchase insurance or other extra services (like Registered Mail<sup>&reg;</sup>), though not all features are available for all USPS shipping services and countries. See more information in <a href="/international/insurance-extra-services.htm">International Insurance & Extra Services</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step3"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-03.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 3: Prepare Your Box</h4> <p><strong>Pick & Pack Your Box</strong></p> <p>Pack your box to protect your contents and to make sure the box arrives intact.</p> <ul> <li>Use a sturdy box with enough room to add cushioning for fragile items and to prevent items from shifting.</li> <li>If you're reusing a box, make sure all old markings, shipping labels, and addresses are completely covered or blacked out.</li> </ul> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <ul> <li>Write down each item (for reference in Step 6 when you complete the customs form), how much it weighs, and how much it's worth—you'll need this information for your customs form (whether you do it at home using our Customs Form Online tool or at the Post Office).</li> <li>Tape your box so that it closes flat on all sides and reinforce the flaps with 2-inch wide packing tape.</li> </ul> <p>If you'll be using Priority Mail Express International or Priority Mail International Flat Rate services, you can get free shipping supplies, delivered to you for free, to use with those services.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step4"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-04.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 4: Write the Address</h4> <p>Please write the address parallel to the longest side of the package, and make sure the address and postage will fit on the same side.</p> <p>International address formats are different for each country. You need to write the delivery address in English (if you need to use another language, you have to add the English translation after each line).</p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <!-- <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> --> <!-- <img src="/assets/images/ship/step-4-dropoff.jpg" alt="Send your letter or postcard from your mailbox, a blue collection box, or Post Office." class="drawer-image" /> --> <!-- </div> --> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>Print your return address and the delivery address clearly, on the same side of the box where you’ll be putting your postage, to help ensure your package is delivered on time. </p> <p><strong>International Address Format Tips</strong></p> <ul> <li>Print addresses neatly in capital letters.</li> <li>Use a pen or permanent marker.</li> <li>Don’t use commas or periods.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Write Sender Address</strong></p> <p>Write your address in the U.S. (the “return address”) in the top-left corner. Include the following on separate lines: </p> <ul> <li>Your full name or company name </li> <li>Apartment or suite number </li> <li>Full street address</li> <li>City, State, and ZIP+4 Code<sup>&reg;</sup></li> <li>USA</li> </ul> <p><strong>Write Delivery Address</strong></p> <p>Generally, you’ll write the delivery address in the center of the label or package (below and to the right of the return address, if possible).</p> <p>You must write the delivery address in English, though you can include the delivery address in another language (like Russian, Greek, Arabic, Hebrew, Cyrillic, Japanese, or Chinese), if you write the English translation after each line.</p> <p>Many countries use different address formats (for example, the Postal Code might go before the city). Get specific information about other countries' postal addresses by going to the <a href="https://www.upu.int/en/Postal-Solutions/Programmes-Services/Addressing-Solutions#postal-addressing-systems-(pas)" target="_blank">Universal Postal Union and clicking "Postal Addressing Systems (PAS)."</a></p> <p>Generally, include the following on separate lines: </p> <ul> <li>Recipient's full name or company name </li> <li>Full street address </li> <li>City, Subdivision (like province, state, county), and Postal Code </li> <li>Country</li> </ul> <p>See the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immc1_008.htm">International Mail Manual for more details on addressing</a>.</p> <p><strong>Example:</strong> </p> <p><strong>United Kingdom</strong></p> <p><strong>MR THOMAS CLARK<br /> 117 RUSSELL DRIVE<br /> LONDON W1P 6HQ<br /> UNITED KINGDOM</strong></p> <p><strong>NOTE:</strong> If you're sending mail to a U.S. territory, U.S. military base, or U.S. embassy in another country (APO/FPO/DPO mail), see <a href="/ship/packages.htm">How to Send a Package: Domestic</a>.</p> <p><strong>TIP:</strong> Also, write the recipient’s full name and address on a piece of paper and put it inside your package.</p> <p><a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immc1_008.htm">How to Address International Mail & Packages</a></p> <p><strong>A special note on U.S. military bases and embassies in other countries (APO/FPO/DPO Addresses)</strong></p> <p>APO/FPO/DPO mail going to U.S. military bases and embassies in other countries is special; you pay domestic prices, you use a different address format, and you’ll have to fill out a customs form.</p> <p>To prevent mail from entering foreign mail networks, do not include city or country names in APO/FPO/DPO shipping addresses. Make sure you include the unit and box numbers for APO/FPO/DPO shipping addresses (if assigned).</p> <p><a href="/ship/apo-fpo-dpo.htm#militaryaddress">Military Address Examples</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step5"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-05.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 5: Calculate & Apply Postage</h4> <p>If you’re going to use stamps or pay for your postage at a Post Office location, you can use the <a href="https://postcalc.usps.com/Calculator/Index?country=10440">International Postage Calculator</a> to figure out the price of your postage.</p> <p>You can also use <a href="https://cns.usps.com/">Click-N-Ship service</a> to pay for and print international postage for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International Service.</p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <!-- <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> --> <!-- <img src="/assets/images/ship/step-4-dropoff.jpg" alt="Send your letter or postcard from your mailbox, a blue collection box, or Post Office." class="drawer-image" /> --> <!-- </div> --> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>Make Sure You’re Paying the Correct Postage:</p> <ul> <li>Make sure the weight is accurate: Use a kitchen scale or postal scale, or have your package weighed at the post office. Include the weight of everything, including packing materials.</li> <li>Round up on weights: Some USPS products round up to the ounce, while others round up to the pound. For example, if you’re sending a Priority Mail International package that weighs 5 lbs 2 oz, you would round up to the pound and pay the 6 lb-rate. </li> <li>Use the right shipping service: For example, First-Class Package International Service can only be used for packages up to 4 lbs (64 oz) and worth under $400.</li> <li>Use the correct package label. Make sure the label you’re using matches the packaging. (For example, you can only use Priority Mail labels on Priority Mail International packages.)</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://postcalc.usps.com/Calculator/Index?country=10440">Calculate an International Postage Price</a></p> <h4>Add-On Services</h4> <p>If you want insurance, proof of delivery, signature services, or other optional services, you’ll have to pay extra.</p> <p>Our <a href="/international/insurance-extra-services.htm">International Insurance & Extra Services</a> page has more details; some of the more common add-on services for international package include:</p> <ul> <li>Insurance: Priority Mail Express International, and Priority Mail International services include some insurance coverage, and you can purchase extra coverage up to certain limits.</li> <li>Registered Mail<sup>&reg;</sup>: Requires that the recipient sign for the mail to confirm delivery (or attempted delivery). </li> <li>Return Receipt: You’ll get a printed or emailed delivery record showing the recipient’s signature.</li> <li>Certificate of Mailing: Proof that you mailed something from a Post Office. </li> </ul> <p>Find more details on <a href="/international/insurance-extra-services.htm">International Insurance & Extra Services</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step6"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-06.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 6: Create Your Customs Forms & Labels</h4> <p>You have to fill out a customs form when you send packages to other countries. <strong>All customs forms must be computer-generated:</strong></p> <ul> <li>If you use Click-N-Ship service to print your own postage, it will print a customs form for you.</li> <li>If you’ll be paying for your postage at the Post Office, you can save time by printing your own customs form at home using our Customs Form Online tool.</li> <li>Otherwise, you can bring your package to the Post Office, fill out Form PS 2976-R, and give it to the USPS retail associate so they can create and print your customs form.</li> </ul> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <!-- <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> --> <!-- <img src="/assets/images/ship/step-4-dropoff.jpg" alt="Send your letter or postcard from your mailbox, a blue collection box, or Post Office." class="drawer-image" /> --> <!-- </div> --> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>When you fill out a customs form, you’ll make a list of what you’re sending, including how much each item is worth and its weight. There are also new requirements for providing more-detailed descriptions of contents in packages sent to countries that follow European Union (EU) customs rules. The receiving country may open and inspect your package, so you need to be accurate. You can see more information on our <a href="/international/customs-forms.htm">Customs Forms page</a>.</p> <p><strong>TIP:</strong> The only time you don’t need a customs form is when you send nonnegotiable documents (like letters or other papers with no cash value) weighing under 15.994 oz using <a href="/international/first-class-mail-international.htm">First-Class Mail International<sup>&reg;</sup> service</a>.</p> <p><strong>Reminder:</strong> When you send packages to U.S. military bases and embassies outside of the United States, even though you’re paying domestic prices, you'll still need to fill out a customs form. <a href="/ship/apo-fpo-dpo.htm">Learn About Military & Diplomatic Mail</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step7"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-packages-07.jpg" alt="" class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 7: Send Your International Shipment</h4> <p>Once your package has the correct address, postage, and customs form, how you send it will depend on its size and weight; whether you used stamps or paid for postage online; and if it has a computer-generated customs form.</p> <p>You can always give your package to a clerk at a <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/">Post Office</a>.</p> <p>In some cases, you can schedule a free package pickup or drop off your package in a <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/home.htm?locationType=CB">blue collection box</a> (restrictions apply). </p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <!-- <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> --> <!-- <img src="/assets/images/ship/step-4-dropoff.jpg" alt="Send your letter or postcard from your mailbox, a blue collection box, or Post Office." class="drawer-image" /> --> <!-- </div> --> <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>When it comes to international packages, what you can put in a blue collection box or Post Office lobby drop is a little more complicated.</p> <p>You may be able to drop off your international package in a blue box if it meets all the following conditions:</p> <ul> <li>Your package has a computer-generated customs form</li> <li>And you paid for the postage online (like using Click-N-Ship)</li> <li>And it weighs less than 10 oz and is less than 1/2" thick</li> </ul> <p>Please see <a href="https://faq.usps.com/s/article/What-Can-and-Cannot-be-Deposited-in-a-Collection-Box">What Can and Cannot be Deposited in a Collection Box<sup>&reg;</sup>?</a> as well as <a href="https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Customs-Forms-The-Basics#depositing_mail_requiring_customs_declarations">specific guidance around dropping off mail that requires a customs form</a>.</p> <p>Otherwise, you’ll need to give your package to an employee at a <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/">Post Office location</a>. </p> <h4>Schedule a Package Pickup</h4> <p>Your letter carrier can pick up your international packages if you created the shipping label and customs form online, paid for the postage online, and printed out the shipping label and customs form. 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