General Information
Q: Is Puerto Rico considered domestic or international shipping? A: Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, so shipping from the mainland United States to Puerto Rico is considered domestic shipping. You'll use the same carriers (USPS, UPS, FedEx) as you would for any other U.S. state.
Q: Do I need to fill out customs forms when shipping to Puerto Rico? A: No. Since Puerto Rico is part of the United States, you do not need to complete customs forms or pay customs duties when shipping from the U.S. mainland to Puerto Rico.
Addressing Your Parcel
Q: How do I properly address a package to Puerto Rico? A: Use the standard U.S. address format:
- Recipient Name
- Street Address
- City, PR ZIP Code
For example:
Maria Rodriguez 123 Calle Sol San Juan, PR 00901
Q: What do I enter for "Country" and "State/Province" when filling out shipping forms? A: When completing shipping forms or online address fields:
- Country: Enter "PR"
- State/Province: Leave blank
Q: What are the ZIP codes for Puerto Rico? A: Puerto Rico ZIP codes range from 00600 to 00799 and 00900 to 00999. Major cities include:
- San Juan: 00901-00990
- Ponce: 00715-00784
- Mayagüez: 00680-00681
Shipping Options & Timing
Q: Which carriers ship to Puerto Rico? A: All major U.S. carriers serve Puerto Rico, including USPS (United States Postal Service), UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
Q: How long does shipping to Puerto Rico take? A: Delivery times vary by carrier and service level:
- USPS Priority Mail: 3-5 business days
- USPS First-Class Mail: 3-7 business days
- UPS/FedEx Ground: 4-7 business days
- Express services: 1-3 business days
Q: Are shipping rates to Puerto Rico the same as mainland U.S.? A: Generally yes, though some carriers may charge slightly higher rates for certain services. USPS typically offers the most cost-effective options for Puerto Rico shipping.
Restrictions & Considerations
Q: Are there any items I cannot ship to Puerto Rico? A: The same U.S. domestic shipping restrictions apply. You cannot ship hazardous materials, certain lithium batteries, or other prohibited items via standard services. Check with your specific carrier for detailed restrictions.
Q: Can I use flat-rate boxes to ship to Puerto Rico? A: Yes! USPS flat-rate boxes are an excellent option for shipping to Puerto Rico and cost the same as shipping to any U.S. state.
Q: Do I need to include any special documentation? A: No special documentation is required. Ship your parcel just as you would to any other U.S. destination.
