Shipping to the USA
Shipping to the USA
Send your goods across the Atlantic in no time.
Send your goods across the Atlantic in no time.
Send your goods across the Atlantic in no time.
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How long does it take to ship to America? Well, with next day delivery, your shipment can land in New York or LA tomorrow – hopping on one of our weekly flights from Europe to the U.S.
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When certainty is essential, choose our time and day-definite services for packages up to 68 kg.
| Arrive by | |
|---|---|
 FedEx International Priority® Express |
Midday in 1-3 business days1 |
| FedEx International Priority® |
End of 1-3 business days1 |
 FedEx International Economy® |
Within 2-5 business days2 |
1 Majority of key business centres in the U.S.
2 Between major European cities and the U.S.
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All about shipping to the U.S.
Helpful tips for customs
When it comes to shipping to the USA, it’s all about getting your customs paperwork in order. That way your goods breeze through customs and you avoid delays.
Why ship to the USA?
The U.S. is ripe for businesses of any size. Whether you run a small online shop or a pharmaceutical company, tapping into the U.S. market is the ticket to growth and expansion. Want to learn more? Download a summary of the U.S. market.
More information
As a starting point, here are a few things to bear in mind before you ship:
- Providing the correct details and documents is key
- Information should be provided in English
- Regulated goods (such as drugs, food, biological substances and medical devices) are subject to additional governmental control
- Adding the recipient’s phone number and email to the invoice and packing list will avoid clearance delays if your carrier has any questions
- Keep an eye on U.S. regulations and check them before shipping to ensure you’re up to date.
Before shipping to the U.S., you need to complete a commercial invoice and an air waybill. If you’re sending regulated goods (e.g., alcohol, medical devices or electronics) then you and the recipient may need to provide extra documents.
Each shipment’s required customs documents differ based on where the shipment is from, where it’s going, and the commodity being shipped. Certain export shipments from the U.S. also require an Electronic Export Information (EEI) filing.
If you’re importing goods from the USA, download our checklist.
- A precise goods description
Providing a full and accurate description of your goods is crucial. Remember to include any specific details and avoid generic descriptions.
- An accurate Harmonized System (HS) code
You can find an item’s Harmonized System code online using an HS code search tool or on your country’s government website.
- Country of origin
List the country of origin of your goods. This is where the goods were manufactured, not where you’re sending the goods from.
- The recipient’s contact details
In case the U.S. customs authorities need to contact the receiver with questions, you need to provide your receiver’s details.
When it comes to shipping to the USA, it’s all about getting your customs paperwork in order. That way your goods breeze through customs and you avoid delays.
Below are a few links to get you started and make sure you’re up to speed on all the regulations before shipping.