International Shipping

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How to Ship Lithium Ion Batteries
Lithium ion batteries are categorized in Class 9 of Hazardous Materials. Learn how to ship lithium ion batteries and the regulations you'll need to follow.
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How to Ship to Military Addresses (and Save Money Doing It)
Learn how to ship to military addresses anywhere in the world with USPS and the best ways to save money doing it (hint: it's all about Priority Mail Cubic)!
Customs
What are Customs?
Customs play a huge role in international shipping. Learn what customs are and how to properly fill out customs forms!
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USPS International Shipping: How to Get Started
Learn about shipping internationally with USPS and how to save money with Simple Export Rate, a service only on Pirate Ship!
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International Shipping for Beginners: The Basics
Need to send something overseas? Check out these basics of international shipping with USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
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2018 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
Don't be that person whose package arrives AFTER Christmas. Check out our full list of 2018 holiday shipping deadlines!
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What is the Universal Postal Union and Why Does it Matter?
The Universal Postal Union regulates the entire world's postal system. Learn more about the UPU and how it affects you.
Ship internationally with Simple Export Rate
Conquer the World with Simple Export Rate
Simple Export Rate is the cheapest way to send packages less than 4 pounds internationally, and it's only on Pirate Ship.