What should I pay attention to when sending international express mail by individuals?

When individuals mail international express, they need to pay attention to the following aspects:

1. Prohibited and restricted items

Packages must not contain cash, dangerous goods, or other prohibited items listed in national laws and relevant regulations, such as flammable and explosive items, hazardous substances, live animals, firearms, etc.

Some sensitive items, such as food, medicine, cosmetics, battery products, international brand products, etc., may be subject to specific restrictions and can only be mailed through specific logistics channels. Before mailing, be sure to understand the relevant restrictions and ask the courier company whether it can be sent.

2. Fill in the information accurately

Fill in all the sending and receiving information in detail and accurately in English, including name, address, contact number and postal code. The handwriting should be clear and legible to avoid incorrect information that may cause the package to fail to be delivered smoothly.

When declaring to customs, the name, number of pieces, weight, declared value and country of origin of the items must be reported to the customs truthfully. At the same time, three copies of the commercial invoice filled in English (at least one copy) should be attached, otherwise it may cause customs clearance delays.

3. Packaging requirements

The packaging of the parcel should be strong and durable, and able to withstand the bumps and squeezing during long-distance transportation.

The packaging material should be express bags or cartons, and ensure that the packaging is smooth and has no bumps and no leakage.

For fragile or valuable items, reinforced packaging or special protective materials should be used to ensure that the items are not damaged during transportation.

4. Choose a courier company

Choosing an international courier company with good reputation and reliable service can ensure that the package can be delivered to the destination safely and smoothly.

When choosing a courier company, you can consider its price, speed, reliability and whether it can reach the destination you want to send.

At the same time, it is recommended to consult multiple courier companies to obtain more comprehensive quotes and service information.

5. Understand tariffs and taxes

International express delivery involves the taxation of the entry customs of the destination country. The tax base and standards of different countries are different.

Before mailing, you should understand the tariff policy and tax standards of the destination country in order to reasonably declare customs and pay taxes.

If the package is of high value or contains sensitive items, you may need to pay additional taxes or face customs inspection.

6. Track the status of the package

During the delivery process, you can use the tracking number provided by the courier to check the real-time status and transportation progress of the package.

If you find that the package has problems or delays during transportation, you should contact the courier in time and seek solutions.

7. Recipient's signature and confirmation

When the package arrives at the destination, the recipient needs to sign and confirm receipt of the package.

Before signing, the recipient should check whether the package is intact and make sure that the items inside are consistent with when it was sent.

If you find any problems or damage to the package, you should contact the courier immediately and refuse to sign.

When individuals send international express delivery, they need to pay attention to prohibited and restricted items, accurately fill in information, packaging requirements, choose courier companies, understand tariffs and taxes, track the status of the package, and the recipient's signature and confirmation. Only by doing these preparations can we ensure that the package can be delivered to the destination safely and smoothly.