How to Pick an International Courier
International couriers are a fast way to send your shipment from one country to another. They can transport your package safely in a matter of hours or days. Follow these steps to choose an overseas courier for your next shipment.
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Look for a reliable international courier with good customer satisfaction ratings. You want a company that provides prompt service to all major regions, is affordable and offers a variety of options such as express overseas delivery.
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Visit your local post office to research its international courier services. Confirm that the post office can handle all kinds of deliveries including fragile, heavy, ADR, high value and technical packages.
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Consider an Internet based international courier that lets the customer enter shipping details, calculate postage, pay online and print a shipping label. These companies will then send a representative to you to pick up the package.
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Search for international couriers in the phone book, newspaper, and Internet. Compare some of the larger, well-known international couriers such as FedEx and DHL. Call or visit the company to obtain information about rates, services and delivery options.
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Choose an international courier that offers low international taxes and customs rates, including low import duties. Select a service that also provides package insurance and tracking options.
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Tips & Warnings
If you plan to send ongoing international shipments, discuss various pricing discounts with the couriers.
