International Shipping Guides and Resources
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Your Guide to Shipping Globally
Customs Clearance Tips and Insights
- Learn what customs are and what you need to know before shipping internationally.
- Understand what a commercial invoice is, along with customs forms you may need to fill out.
- View our tips for avoiding customs delays.
- Get additional customs clearance guidance for regulated goods.
New to Shipping Abroad? Start Here
Follow these steps for a successful shipment.
- Learn how the UPS.com shipping app can help guide you through the entire process step-by-step.
- See what information you’ll need before you ship internationally to help avoid customs delays.
- Understand your shipping and packaging options.
Understand International Shipping Costs
- Discover how international shipping costs are determined.
- Understand who pay the duties, taxes and fees for an international shipment.
- Learn more about Incoterms® and their impact when shipping internationally.
- Read the difference between Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) and Delivered Duty Paid (DDP).
Find the Right Shipping Service
- Discover how internataFrom urgent deliveries to budget-friendly solutions like UPS Worldwide Economy, explore services that fit your customers’ timelines and wallets.ional shipping costs are determined.
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Creating a Commercial Invoice
We’ve outlined everything you need to know about this required form for all international shipments.
Your Guide to Customs Forms
Not sure which customs forms you need to fill out? See our guidance to stay compliant.
Navigate Tariff Impacts Confidently
We’ve outlined the latest tariff and de minimis impacts, plus guidance to help you manage them effectively.
Tools and Tips for International Shipping
We’ve thought of every detail so reaching new global markets is smooth sailing for your business.
International Shipping Made Easier Powered by Technology
UPS’s next generation of brokerage services are technology-driven tools to simplify cross-border e-commerce for small businesses.
Say Goodbye to Surprise Tariffs With UPS Global Checkout
Learn how Phidgets Inc. builds trust and reduces returns with transparent, no-surprise breakdown of taxes, duties and fees.
Ship Smarter With Our International Shipping Glossary
We’ll make global logistics easier to understand and empower your shipping knowledge, one term at a time.