Shipping to Mexico - A Helpful Guide on How to Ship a Package to Mexico

Shipping packages to Mexico is a necessity for many of us today. Mexico is known for its great food and amazing culture. They are also known for their vibrant import and export market. Mexico imports over $316.4 billion in goods from the United States every year. It’s no wonder so many of us have major clients in Mexico. These clients need their product delivered on time and in a professional manner, in order for our businesses to profit and grow.

Our well-trained staff is familiar with the nuances of the international shipping business and we can help you to create the perfect shipping strategy to Mexico. We have a variety of shipping options to fit your needs. Whether you are shipping your car to Cancun to enjoy your summer home, or sending a container full of products to your Mexican distributor, we have a strategy that will fit your needs.

How to Send Packages to Mexico

It is important to understand that, whenever you send a package to Mexico you must comply with a customs search. Every country has its own customs agency that is responsible for assessing your import tax as well as preventing contraband from entering the country. Although there are some universal shipping regulations, the majority of customs regulations are going to vary depending on the country. Items such as explosives, firearms, or hazardous chemicals can all require additional custom forms to be filled out.

Your customs invoice must be properly filled out or your package will not be delivered, and in some cases, it can be confiscated. Shipping anything that is on Mexico's banned list can result in confiscation as well. Your customs invoice provides agents with vital information on your parcel. This invoice will state what it is you are shipping, why you are sending it, and what the total value of the package is. These factors will then be used to determine what your import tax will be. Your tax will be configured based on the value of your object and if you are shipping it for resale or personal use. Luxury items are taxed at a higher rate. For example, if you send a car to Mexico for personal use, your import tax will be much less than if you are sending numerous cars for resale.

Shipping freight to Mexico, or a car to Mexico, can add some unexpected delays to your delivery. The reason for this is that customs delays cannot be calculated into shipping times. This means your package can be delayed if Mexican customs are behind, or overly interested in your freight. To avoid a potentially embarrassing or unprofessional situation you should always try and send parcels to Mexico as early as possible. By shipping from USA to the Mexico early, you reduce the chance of a customs delay creating an issue with your delivery time.

If you are shipping valuables to Mexico you should always get the extra insurance. It does add to your overall cost but the added coverage can prove to be priceless. This is especially true in scenarios where the items you may be shipping have a high sentimental or financial value to you or your recipient.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship to Mexico?

Our trained professionals provide you with a plethora of shipping options to Mexico. Our years of experience have helped us to create one of the most comprehensive and affordable shipping strategies to Mexico. Let our specially trained staff make your Mexico shipping experience as stress-free as possible.