What is the weight limit for balikbayan box?

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 maximum weight for LBC box?

Is there a maximum weight limit for sea cargo boxes? For now, you can send up to 70 lbs.

What is the biggest size of LBC balikbayan box?

What items are not allowed in balikbayan box?

What is jumbo size balikbayan box?

Jumbo Box (XL)

Boxes total dimension 62" and up is considered a Jumbo box. Dimension in excess of 66" is considered oversized and is subject to $10/inch oversized fee.

No weight limit balikbayan box

Does LBC balikbayan box have weight limit?

That the WEIGHT of a Balikbayan Box SHOULD NOT BE MORE THAN (120 LBS. if properly taped closed) IF IT IS OVER THIS WEIGHT LIMIT IT HAS TO BE ADJUSTED BY THE SENDER, OTHERWISE, When you pack your boxes please DO NOT OVER FILL. As we call it "BUNTIS".

How much is 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.

Do customs check balikbayan box?

Laws for sending a balikbayan box

According to the Bureau of Customs (BOC), for your balikbayan box to be tax or duty-free, you must be a Qualified Filipino and the total value of the items you send throughout the year should be less than Php 150,000. Anything in excess is subject to duty, VAT and excise tax.

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.

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 long does it take to ship from USA to Philippines LBC?

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.

How many times you can send balikbayan box?

OFW's can send up to three balikbayan boxes worth $1,500 in duty-free goods every year, according to Philippine law.

Can I put money in balikbayan box?

Money. As a rule of thumb, NEVER put money in your balikbayan box. Thus, this will make things simpler and less hassle for you as the sender and for the receiver of the balikbayan box. It is always best to send money via remittance agencies, money transfer apps, or banks.

How heavy is too heavy for a package?

Weigh Your Item

Remember, if it weighs more than 150 lbs, your package is considered freight.

What's the heaviest package you can ship?

Maximum Size

USPS Retail Ground pieces may measure up to 130 inches in combined length and girth (but will be charged oversized prices). Regardless of the size of the mailpiece, the maximum mailable weight of any mailpiece is 70 pounds. Some classes of mail have lower weight limits.

What is the maximum weight for cargo?

How much cargo weight can be safely and legally loaded in containers for highway transport in the US? The maximum cargo weight that can be safely and legally loaded, when a triaxle chassis is used, for most US areas is: In a 20” container – 44,000 lbs (19,958kg) In a 40” container – 44,500 lbs (20,185kg).

Can balikbayan stay in Philippines longer than 30 days?

EXTENSION OF STAY

Visitors who are admitted as balikbayan are given an initial stay of one (1) year. Their stay may be extended for an additional one (1), two (2) or six (6) months at the Visa Extension Section of a Bureau of immigration office.

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

What is the best way to ship a package to the Philippines from USA?

USPS ships to over 190 international destinations, including the Philippines, at some of the lowest shipping rates. Global Express Guaranteed is the fastest and most expensive option that the carrier offers, while Priority Mail International is the slower, more cost-efficient option.

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.

Does customs inspect every package?

Does customs check every package? The short answer is yes. Customs checks all inbound international packages and mail. During this process, a customs officer in the country you're shipping to will review the package to make sure it meets the country's laws, regulations and policies.

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.

How long does it take for a balikbayan box to ship?

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

How long does it take to ship 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.