International Shipping

Signature Confirmation for international shipments
Can I Get Signature Confirmation for International Shipments?
Some carriers offer signature confirmation for international shipments, while others don't. Learn more about the carriers that offer it!
UPS brokerage fees for shipments going to Canada and Mexico
UPS Brokerage Fees: What They Are and How to Avoid Them
UPS brokerage fees are a type of customs clearance tax that UPS applies to many shipments sent with the international service UPS Standard.
commercial invoice
What is a Commercial Invoice for Customs?
A commercial invoice is part of an international shipment's customs forms. Shipping software providers generate these invoices automatically.
ship hair dye internationally
Can You Ship Hair Dye Internationally?
You can ship hair dye internationally as long as it doesn't contain flammable properties like aerosols, since these products are restricted.
use USPS outside the United States
Can I Use USPS Outside the United States?
You can ship with USPS when located outside of the United States only if you have a valid United States origin address you're shipping from.
International Media Mail
Does USPS Offer International Media Mail Service?
USPS doesn't offer international Media Mail rates, but you can use First Class Package International, Priority Mail International, and more.
How to ship lithium ion batteries internationally
Can I Ship Lithium Ion Batteries Internationally?
You can ship lithium ion batteries internationally as long as they are pre-installed within the equipment they power, but otherwise you can't.
Why is my international package taking so long?
Why is My International Package Taking So Long?
Global events can disrupt supply chains and cause dead spots in tracking while your international package takes longer to arrive than normal.
USPS ePacket
What is the USPS ePacket Service?
USPS ePacket is a joint service between USPS and Hong Kong Post, offering a quick way for shippers to source items from China and Hong Kong.
ship video game consoles
Can I Ship Video Game Consoles Internationally with USPS?
Shipping a video game console internationally shouldn't be a problem depending on the destination country, but controllers are sometimes a different story.
Value Added Tax
What is Value Added Tax (VAT)?
In the shipping industry, Value Added Tax (or VAT for short) is a type of tax levied on consumer products that applies to most international shipments.
cheapest international shipping rates
How to Get the Cheapest International Shipping Rates
Using USPS online shipping software is the best way to get the cheapest international shipping rates. Read more on how you can access these rates for free!