Charges for courier service from India to USA

Courier charges for PROMPT to Send a document from India to the USA depends on several factors, including:

• Service you choose: We offer all the dominant brands but you can always ask for a specific service and cargocharges.com will manage to arrange it for you.Faster shipping options like DHL Express. You can chat or call us at +919718661166 we would be more than happy to assist

• Weight: We take 0.500 Grams - 1 Kg and 1.5 Kg as documents, the higher the shipping cost.

• Dimensions of the document: In the case of a document generally cargocharges.com gets it packed in an Envelope Size we get an A4 envelope and an A3 Envelope. That could have been folded to get the best fit to DHL Standard documents packing which is A4 size. however, people prefer to send certificates and big mark sheets which cannot be folded and sent Cargocharges.com can do special packing for them. Special packaging due to dimensions or fragility, the cost may increase.

• Origin Location in India: Sending Couriers from metro cities Like Delhi, and Mumbai in India has better pricing than smaller towns. Similarly, the Time it takes to collect or dispatch your documents in smaller towns may take more time.

• Add-ons: If you avail of services like insurance, Saturday delivery, or signature confirmation, the cost will increase. this service is not always available on offer.

Here's an Estimated cost based on weight:

• If between weight 0.0 Grms to 500 grams: ₹ 1992

• If between weight 0.500 Grms to 1 kg: ₹ 2285

• If between Weight 1 kg to 1.5 KG: ₹ 2585

It's important to note that prices can vary depending on pickup location, Pickup charges, and dimensions of packing.

However, you can search rates online to find the best possible estimate if you enter the complete information on cargocharges.com correctly.

To calculate the exact courier charges for sending a 10 kg box to the USA via DHL, several factors are considered.

These factors include the city or state you are shipping from in India, Furthermore, the service you prefer will also impact the cost.

Cargocharges.com offers a range of service options, including DHL , Express, UPS or Couriervia, each with different transit time of delivery and Tariff.

However, cargocharges.com online quote estimator tool is an excellent resource for obtaining an accurate quote.

You can select your origin, destination, package weight, and desired service, and the tool will provide you with an estimated cost. Alternatively, you can Call us or whatsapp for checking Courier price.

Here's an Estimated cost based on weight:

• If between Weight 10 kg to 15 KG: ₹ 635 Per Kg

Distance Impact on Courier Charges:

• Shipping costs are incurred due to the distance between your Indian origin city and the destination city in the USA Additional handling requirements are key factors influencing the pricing structure.

Delivery Zones in the USA as per PROMPT:

• PROMPT classifies the USA into different zones depending on the distance from major hubs, Load supply and demand in the zone.

• Delivery destinations to remote or less populated areas within the USA may result in Extra charges apart from normal courier charges compared to deliveries to major cities.

• Cargocharges.com try to minimise these charges to the level where clients might not know the incontinence that may have been caused.

Custom Duties, Taxes and Fees:

• Destination the USA city rules can lead to imposition of local taxes and fees on shipments by authorities.These charges across different cities add to the overall shipping cost, We suggest Customers must be aware of potential charges associated with local taxes and fees to facilitate informed decision-making. You can contact cargocharges.com on 9718661166 to get needful awareness and planning.

Not directly depending on the commodity when we use PROMPT courier to send a courier from INDIA to the USA

However, we have observed people unaware of the law and customs regulations try to send multiple things that may or may not be allowed to send.

So have segregated all the goods into 4 Different kinds of commodity categories

Particularly allowed: We can give a Few Examples:-

Things like Mobile Phone, Wedding Cards with Wood, Branded Cloths, Branded Shoes, Wooden Bat or Cricket Kit, Food Items.

Disallowed: We can give a Few Examples .

Things like Magnets, batteries, Liquids, Powder Content, Narcotics, Weapons etc.

Disallowed but allowed after approval We can give a Few Examples .

Things like Tea, Artificial Jewelry, Homemade Food, Contact Lens, Hair, Playing Cards etc.

Allowed We can give a Few Examples .

Things like T-Shirts, Shoes, Bedsheet, Curtains, Greeting cards, Documents, Decorative items etc.

There are many times PROMPT or Customs demands paperwork which when furnished adds to the cost.

As an example, if clients would like to send Wood Packaging Materials that are used in supporting, protecting, or carrying a commodity MUST either be heat treated or subjected to Methyl Bromide Fumigation. This is to eliminate any pests that may reside in the wood.

Evidence of these treatments is by providing an IPPC marked certificate or fumigation certificate.

So in case someone is trying to send a wooden box or Cricket bat cargocharges.com help them with the documents .

To arrange documents like these cargocharges.com charge between INR 2000 - INR 5000 + GST.

Clearance Charges for Commercial Shipment from India to the USA:

Charges that cargocharges.com charges for the client are about INR 4200 + 18% GST in INDIA.

Import Duty:

• Extra Charged by Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

• Charges are Based on the Harmonized System (HS) code of goods.

• To get more details on HS code you can visit the CBP website: CBP Duty Info.

Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF):

• MPF can vary from country to country for example in the US A flat fee of 2.35% of customs value.

• Assessed by CBP on most imported goods.

CHA / BRAND LIKE PROMPT / FedEx Brokerage Fees:

• We Highly recommended to use an Authorized licensed customs broker.

• Fees or charges vary based on shipment complexity it can be around $250 to $500 per entry.

As an Example Estimating Costs in the US:

• CBP Duty Rates Database: CBP Duty Rates.

• CBP Fee Calculator: CBP Fee Calculator.

• Freight Forwarder or Customs Broker Quotes: Contact professionals for accurate cost estimation based on shipment details.

Cargo charges mentioned clearance in the GST Bill at the time of pickup. If there are import duties PROMPT Fee or Brokerage would be charged to the importer at the time of delivery.

Yes, Cargocharges.com charges packing charges INR 50 per kg*

Our comprehensive packing service includes:

• Providing the necessary boxes

• Customizing and fitting boxes to suit your items

• Compiling a detailed list of all articles being sent

• On-site packing at your location

• Crafting a bespoke invoice

• Preparing KYC paperwork

• Supervising the packing process

• Generating custom invoices, KYC copies, and labels for affixing to the boxes

packing charges are separate from the courier fees and are non-refundable or non-adjustable in the event of a change of mind or a decision not to proceed with the packing later.

*Please be aware that the standard packing charges apply to packing in corrugated boxes with bubble sheeting. If you require an upgrade to wooden boxes or Thamcol, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

If you are Flying from India to the USA and worried about exceeding your baggage allowance?

Don't worry! Here's a guide from cargocharges.com to understanding excess baggage charges so that you can save a bit more on charges:

• Airline-specific: Every airline has its baggage allowance policies, you can visit their website to check more details. Your carrier for the specific weight and number of bags permitted in your fare class. You can usually find this information by contacting their customer service.

• Per Bag or Piece concept vs. Weight Per KG: Some airlines follow a weight concept, allowing a specific total weight for your checked bags, while others have a piece concept, limiting the number of bags you can check in.

However, we observed sending parcels using cargocharges.com using a brand like PROMPT is always more cost-effective.

Carry-on: Remember to keep in mind carry-on baggage restrictions when packing. You may have to rearrange items to balance the load within the limits or face unnecessary hassle at the airport.

Excess Baggage Charges by airlines:

• Excess Baggage fees: Depending on various factors such as airline policies, route, weight/piece exceeded, pre-payment option, and class of ticket (business or economy), excess baggage may result in additional charges by the airline.

• Save by Pre-pay: Airlines offer cheaper pre-paid excess baggage fees online or through their mobile app - up to 50% cheaper than paying at the airport.

• Check weight limits: Most airlines have a weight limit for checked bags. Check your airline's policy for details, as exceeding this weight limit may result in charges.

• Tips for minimizing excess baggage charges:

  1. Pack light: prioritize essentials to fit everything within your allowance.

  2. Utilize vacuum seal bags: compress clothes, creating more space.

  3. Wear bulky items: Pack heavy clothing on yourself to avoid checking it in.

  4. Ship non-essential items in advance.

  5. Utilize onboard duty-free shopping.

  6. Use PROMPT by cargocharges.com to save on excessive luggage charges and avoid customs security checks.

• If between Weight 25 kg to 30 KG: ₹ 609 Per Kg

Yes, you can send Medicine Courier from India to USA but any restricted/prohbited Medicine in any form (Tab/Capsule/Liquid) are not allowed to Ship. So please confirm with us before booking by sharing your doctors prescription.