Whether you’re looking to expand your business globally or simply fulfill your first international order, it's easier with a global logistics leader behind you. The simple steps listed below will get you well on your way.
When you ship internationally, you will need to provide a detailed description of the contents and its packaging. Are your products perishable? Are they considered dangerous during transport or banned in certain regions? Inaccurate or vague shipment descriptions are some of the most common reasons for customs delays and holds.
As you enter your details on ups.com, our shipping tool will create your shipping label, commercial invoice, and other customs documents, making the shipping process as easy as possible. However, locking down the following details about your shipment ahead of time will help you clear customs faster.
Explore all of your international shipping options at a glance with our interactive shipping tool. You can select your criteria and compare all our ground, air, ocean and worldwide freight services so you can easily find the service that fits your timetable and your budget.
By their very nature, international shipments often require more handling than those going shorter distances. That's why packaging is critically important. Our packaging guidelines can help you prepare your shipment, whether it's small package or freight. Or utilize our Packaging Advisor, which provides specific recommendations based on the characteristics of what you're shipping.
Once your shipment is out of sight, we understand that it's far from out of mind. Keeping tabs is easy with our tracking tool.
Calculate your package's dimensional weight to avoid potential shipping charge corrections.
Download our comprehensive reference guide for international shippers.
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