How long will it take to send balikbayan box to Philippines from USA?

The shipping of the Balikbayan boxes usually takes around 8 to 12 weeks depending on the season.

How long will it take to ship a package from USA to Philippines?

It takes 2 to 4 days on average to ship a package to the Philippines if you're using an express courier service. On the other hand, it takes 5 to 8 days on average to ship a parcel to the Philippines for standard, economic services. FedEx, USPS, and UPS all ship to the Philippines.

How much does it cost to send balikbayan box from USA to Philippines?

Current rates per Large Box, picked up at your door and shipped to: Metro Manila – $110. Luzon – $110. Visayas – $110.

How many days does the balikbayan box arrive?

Metro Manila 2-3 days, Other Luzon 4-5 days, Visayas region 7-10 days, Mindanao and other islands 15-17 days.

How to send balikbayan box from USA to Philippines?

HOW TO SHIP BALIKBAYAN BOX FROM USA TO PHILIPPINES | WHO CAN SEND, COST, WEIGHT LIMIT AND TRACKING

How long does LBC sea cargo take from USA to Philippines?

How long does it take to send package via LBC Express? For air freight, it usually takes 7-10 days while sea freight takes 40-60 days until the package reaches its destination, door-to-door.

What is not allowed in balikbayan box?

Firearms, guns, gunpowder, ammunition and parts thereof. Explosives like firecrackers, bombs, grenades and dynamite. Flammable and poisonous gases or liquids. Any defense articles or items with military or proliferation applications.

Do Balikbayan boxes go through customs?

Anyone can send Balikbayan Boxes to the Philippines, even Corporations, Partnerships and Sole Proprietors. But only a Qualified Filipino While Abroad¹ can avail of the tax and duty-free privilege of balikbayan boxes under Section 800 (g) of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA).

Why do Balikbayan boxes take so long?

Balikbayan Box Law

One of the reasons for delayed delivery is the failure of the forwarding cargo to pay due taxes. OFWs have paid the taxes before the shipping company takes the balikbayan box. However, uncredited forwarders do not pay these taxes to the Bureau of Customs (BOC).

How long does it take for LBC package to arrive Philippines?

Philippine domestic mail and shipping are priced for same day or standard next day delivery. For domestic packages, please expect your delivery to arrive between 24-48 hours. International packages may take 3 to 5 business days to arrive.

What is the cheapest way to ship from US to Philippines?

What is good to put in balikbayan box?

The balikbayan box is a big part of the culture of OFW families and Filipinos abroad. Often, these boxes are full of gifts for each member of the family. They may be full of popular brands of shoes, educational toys, stuffed toys, remote control cars, and even health supplements.

Is there a weight limit for LBC balikbayan box?

For now, you can send up to 70 lbs.

hOW long does Fedex take to ship from US to Philippines?

Imports: Typically 2 to 4 business days Intra-Asia. Typically 5 business days from the US.

hOW long it takes cargo ship to Philippines?

To give you an idea of how long it might take for your cargo to arrive, air shipments from a major international airport anywhere in the world can reach the Philippines in three to eight days. Your freight will be at sea much longer than that. Ocean shipping takes at least seven days—and as many as 46 days.

hOW many days DHL USA to Philippines?

Whether you choose to have your parcels collected from your home or work address, you can expect delivery to your destination in the Philippines within 3-5 days from collection.

Are Balikbayan Boxes inspected?

3.1 Balikbayan Boxes of OFWs shall not be subjected to random or arbitrary physical inspection. Instead they shall only undergo mandatory X-ray scanning.

How heavy can a balikbayan box be?

In accordance to the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Chapter VI specifications on the Gross Mass Weight Requirement of Containers, Atlas Shippers East (ASE) needs to implement a weight of around 130 - 150 lbs. maximum for each balikbayan box.

What is the size of XL balikbayan box?

The balikbayan boxes come in three standard sizes: Medium: 18 by 16 by 18 inches (46 cm × 41 cm × 46 cm) Large: 18 by 18 by 24 inches (46 cm × 46 cm × 61 cm) Extra large: 24 by 18 by 24 inches (61 cm × 46 cm × 61 cm)

How much tax do I pay on balikbayan box?

Contents in balikbayan boxes are exempt from taxes provided they don't exceed more than P150,000 in total value. 3. Declaration of goods is important because it is for the “protection” of the sender, to ensure that the parcel gets delivered.

Does Customs open your box?

No, customs officers will not open up your package or packages without good reason. Every package is put through a scanner machine, or an x-ray machine, to verify that the items you are shipping match your customs forms.

Can I put cell phone in balikbayan box?

It is strongly advisable not to send any cell phones (mobile phones), laptops, gadgets and other electronic devices in the Balikbayan box. This is mainly due to the batteries of these items.

Can you put perfume in balikbayan box?

Canned goods, chocolates, toothpaste, bar soaps, bottles of lotion, clothes, purses, perfume, makeup, towels, toys, and anything else that is non-perishable are the usual contents of a balikbayan box.

Can I put shampoo in balikbayan box?

Common acceptable items sent via air cargo: Any form of liquid such as toiletries (lotion, toothpaste, cream, shampoo) are acceptable within a maximum of 3 pieces as long as they are properly packed.

Who qualifies balikbayan?

A Filipino citizen who has been continuously out of the Philippines for a period of at least one (1) year; A Filipino overseas worker; A former Filipino citizen; or. Alien spouse and children of Balikbayan who are traveling together with the Balikbayan.