5 things to keep in mind about shipping your stuffs overseas

NSMS shipping company Philippines
Image Source: http://www.regentbooksupplies.com/


Shipping things overseas is not an easy task to do unless you have enough knowledge about the process. Yes, you may say that availing the services of a top shipping company in the Philippines like NSMS can help you overcome your lack of knowledge, but as experts says, you still need to know the basics, the terms, the process and the regulations.

It is not like that you go to the shipping company, give them your package, pay the bills, go home and wait until your recipient call you telling they received the box. It is far from that. In order to help you gain some basic knowledge, here we list down 7 things you need to keep in mind.


1. Custom Regulation

This is the very first thing to consider when sending online shipments. All products that are to be shipped internationally will be required to clear customs. You need to fill out the required to fill out some papers, usually custom forms.


2. Custom Fees

Second thing to look for is the custom fees – a fee charged by the custom department. Fees will depend on the product value and the country it will be shipped to. The more valuable your items, the higher the fees you will pay. Custom fees vary from location to location.


3. Packaging

You will be required to handle the packaging accordingly depending on the country where your shipments will be shipped. The goods should be carefully packed and importantly labeled accurately. If you are not good in packaging, it is good to hire shipping company that too handles packaging.


4. Medium of Transportation

You should never forget to consider the mode of the shipment that you want to use, may be a sea or air freight. Three things to consider: time, cost and product. Obviously, air freight is the fastest method but, again obviously, the most expensive. On the other hand, sea freight is more affordable but take a long time to deliver your items.


5. Restricted Items

Believe it or not, there are items, for a fact, a lot, are restricted in some countries (see it for real), so you should consider this before you send your shipment. Make sure to check a list of restricted items for both countries – where you are currently at and the country where you will send your stuffs.



Just be reminded of these things and you are on the right track, nothing to worry about. Just be knowledgeable, read guidelines, policies and don’t hesitate to ask questions.


Mga Komento

  1. Ryan MarylandOktubre 4, 2016 nang 11:19 PM

    This listed things to remember are actually a must follow since these covers the needed essentials before you could deliver your packages. Also, I might give this shipping company you mentioned awhile back.

    TumugonBurahin
  2. Patricio PantheleonEnero 10, 2017 nang 9:51 PM

    I think your title is somewhat contradicting to what was stated in the body. Check 2nd paragraph 3rd sentence. I think you mean "we list down 5 things". All the best!

    TumugonBurahin

Mag-post ng isang Komento

Mga sikat na post sa blog na ito

Top 7 Amenities you should look for a Condominium for sale

Imahe
Buying for sale condominiums in the Philippines are not easy at it seems. There are lots of factors to consider like location, security, features, parking and for some, amenities. People, on my observation, purchase condo units not just because of its price and location but mostly because of the amenities. Condo amenities make you feel like living in luxury. Admit it, at the moment you can’t afford to have pool at the backyard, fitness room in your house or a covered basketball court. Well, a quick and easy solution is to have a condo unit. To help you out, here are the top 7 amenities you should look for before buying a condominium for sale . 1. Outdoor Space like Gardens Communities having great outdoor spaces can give you that stress free relaxing feeling. Wide spaces where you can sit down while watching your kids play, run, play with your kids, drink tea, read newspaper and your favorite book and simply watching the birds fly. What a feeling? Right? Look for these great o...
Magbasa nang higit pa

5 Things You’ll Find in Balikbayan Boxes Sent to the Philippines

Imahe
(Sending a balikbayan box to the Philippines? What’s inside this special package? Image Source: http://bit.ly/2DTe4Im) Ever wondered what’s inside a balikbayan box? If you are one of the rare Pinoys who doesn’t have relatives working abroad, you probably have no idea why there’s such craze for this package. Well, OFWs are sending a balikbayan box to the Philippines for a special reason: it serves as their connection to their loved ones back home. Every item inside this package contains the warm hugs and kisses OFWs long from their family that is why each good is valuable. Here are five of the most common things you’ll find inside a balikbayan box: Chocolates Pinoys undeniably have sweet tooth that is why chocolates are very much appreciated inside a balikbayan box. This is especially true if they are imported chocolates made from the United States, Switzerland, or Germany. Candies and gummy bears are also a good addition to satisfy your family’s sweet cravings. And they are no...
Magbasa nang higit pa