Sending a package to Mexico is relatively easy, with most of the same procedures used to send packages to anywhere else in the world.Selecting a mail carrier that can both accommodate the size of your package and ships into the country is the main thing you have to make sure of when preparing to send the package.You can simply follow Mexican and international mail regulations, fill out the required paperwork, and send the package on its way.
Step 1: If you want the most economic shipping, choose a public carrier.
The United States Postal Service or your local public carrier can provide the most economical shipping options.Private carriers take a little longer to get there than these shipping options.Public postal carriers may have more restrictions on the size, shape, and contents of your package.
Step 2: The most flexibility on size and weight can be found in a private carrier.
If you want to send large or oddly shaped packages to Mexico, use a private carrier.Private carriers can often get international packages to Mexico in less time than public ones.
Step 3: Make sure your item is against the restricted imports list.
Mexico's secretariat of finance and public credit has a website where you can find out if your item is banned from entering Mexico.These items can't be imported into Mexico by mail or in person and will result in a rejection of your package.They could result in fines or criminal prosecution.You can't send narcotics, live predatory fish, or violent images of children.If certain medical products are going to be sold in Mexico, they must be registered with the Mexican secretariat of health.If you are shipping medical products, contact the SSA at peticionesciudadanas@salud.gob.mx.
Step 4: Adhere to your carrier's country conditions for mailing.
If items are not allowed to be sent to Mexico through their service, consult your carrier.Mexico requires certain items to be accepted in packages, but many carriers have other requirements.Perishable food items, jewelry, currency, and radioactive materials are not accepted in packages to Mexico by the US Postal Service.Call your carrier and ask about your item.It is a good idea to find out if your item will be accepted prior to the event.
Step 5: The size and weight of your item should be checked against the carrier's limits.
If you want to know the size requirements for packages being sent to Mexico, look on your carrier's website.The US Postal Service does not accept packages with a combined length of more than 120 inches.The package must be large enough to completely contain the bill of lading, customs forms, postage, and additional markings if desired.
Step 6: Check the value against the carrier's limits.
If there are limits on shipping expensive items to Mexico, you should consult your carrier's website.It is possible that your carrier will not accept items of exceptional value.Depending on which country you are going to, there are specific limits.The US Postal Service does not accept items with a value greater than $2,499 in shipments to Mexico.
Step 7: The box should have enough room for the contents.
The box should be cardboard or corrugated fiberboard.If you want to avoid damage to your item in transit, make sure there is at least 1 inch between the item and any interior side of the box.You can buy boxes at your carrier's office, home goods store or recycle one.
Step 8: Make sure your items don't shift in transit.
Newspaper or packing peanuts can be used to fill the space between the item and the box.This padding can help prevent damage to your item.
Step 9: Pack the seams with packing tape that is at least 2 inches wide.
Pack tape can be used to secure your package.If you need to go over unstable areas, use a second layer of tape.
Step 10: If you want to remove previous labels or black out old details, use a permanent marker.
Cross out old details with a dark permanent marker if you want to remove old labels on the outside of the box.If you are recycling a shipping box, this applies.
Step 11: The package should be marked as fragile.
On the exterior of the box, write fragile or Frgil.If you want the carrier to take additional care with your shipment, you can do it.
Step 12: A bill of lading is created.
In person or online, you can fill out a bill of lading.A bill of lading is a receipt for a shipment and a contract for the shipping service.It is the title of ownership for the contents of your package.The address of your recipient will be included in your bill of lading.If you want to avoid confusion with local zip codes, write Mexico after the destination city.
Step 13: You need to fill out customs forms.
The contents of your package and its approximate value are included in the customs forms your carrier provides.You will need to put things in order.Customs forms can be completed at the carrier's office rather than online, so an agent can answer any questions.They can give you tips on how to fill out the forms.To ship with the US Postal Service, you will need to fill out PS Form 2976-B and put it inside a plastic envelope.If the Mexican authorities determine that you have overvalued the contents of your package, you may need to include documents showing a guarantee of payment for additional duties.Goods entering Mexico are subject to inspection.All items need to be in compliance with Mexico's restricted imports list.
Step 14: Make sure your package is insured.
If your package is lost or damaged in transit, it's a good idea to talk to your carrier about the fees.The sliding-scale fee for package insurance is based on the declared value of the item.
Step 15: Track the package.
If you pay an additional fee for tracking service, you can keep an eye on your package.You will be able to track your package on your carrier's website.