GlobalPost International Shipping

Overview

GlobalPost is a modern, cost-effective international shipping solution designed to simplify the process of sending packages to over 220 countries worldwide. It provides businesses with competitive rates, streamlined customs processing, and reliable tracking options for lightweight international parcels.

How GlobalPost Works

Shipping Process

1. Create Your Label:
   
2. Ship to Processing Facility: Your package receives a label with the nearest GlobalPost Domestic Processing Facility address
   
3. International Processing: GlobalPost receives your shipment, applies the international label and required customs documentation
   
4. Last-Mile Delivery: Package is handed to a postal carrier for international transport
   
5. Final Delivery: Local postal service in the destination country completes delivery to the recipient
   

Available Services

GlobalPost International Economy

Best for: Lightweight packages where tracking to customs clearance is sufficient

• Weight Limit: Up to 4.4 pounds
  
• Package Types: Flats up to 16 ounces and packages up to 4.4 pounds
  
• Transit Time: 10-14 business days
  
• Tracking: Door-to-country (tracked until clearing US customs)
  
• Maximum Value: $400
  
• Coverage: Not included
  
• Duties & Taxes: Paid by buyer
  

GlobalPost International Standard

Best for: Standard international shipments requiring full tracking

• Weight Limit: Up to 70 pounds
  
• Package Types: Packages up to 70 pounds
  
• Transit Time: 8-12 business days
  
• Tracking: Door-to-door (full journey tracking)
  
• Maximum Value: Varies by country
  
• Coverage: Up to $100 loss/damage plus shipping costs (included)
  
• Duties & Taxes: Paid by buyer
  

GlobalPost Plus (DDP Service)

Best for: Shipments where you want to prepay duties and taxes

• Weight Limit: Up to 66 pounds
  
• Available Countries: Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and select European countries (UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, and 20+ others)
  
• Tracking: Door-to-door
  
• Maximum Value: Up to $2,500 (varies by country)
  
• Coverage: Up to $200 loss/damage plus shipping costs
  
• Duties & Taxes: Prepaid by shipper (DDP - Delivered Duty Paid)
  

GlobalPost Go

Best for: Small, lightweight packages to select countries at flat rates

• Weight Limit: Up to 2 pounds
  
• Destination Countries: Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Mexico
  
• Tracking: Door-to-door
  
• Maximum Value: $200
  
• Coverage: Up to $200 loss/damage
  
• Duties & Taxes: All costs included
  

Canada DDP

Special service for Canadian shipments through USPS services

• Flat Fee: $9.95 per shipment
  
• Compatible Services: Priority Mail International®, Priority Mail Express International®, USPS First Class Mail International®
  
• Weight Limit: 4 pounds or less, $200 value maximum
  
• Key Benefit: Recipients don't pay duties/taxes upon delivery
  
• Note: Flat Rate boxes cannot be used with Canada DDP
  

Key Features & Benefits

Automated Customs Processing

• Electronic Customs Forms: No need to print separate customs forms - all information is submitted electronically
  
• Automatic HS Code Assignment: GlobalPost automatically assigns correct Harmonized System (HS) codes based on accurate product descriptions
  
• Free HS Code Classification Service: Available for up to five daily searches
  

Cost Savings

• Save up to 20% compared to standard international shipping rates
  
• Competitive flat-rate pricing options
  
• No hidden fees for customs form processing
  

Tracking & Visibility

• Economy: Track shipments until they clear US customs
  
• Standard/Plus/Go: Full door-to-door tracking with delivery confirmation
  
• Track packages at: www.goglobalpost.com/track
  

Additional Tools

• Free Duty Calculator: Estimate duties and taxes before shipping
  
• HS Tariff Lookup Tool: Search HS codes for proper classification
  
• Address Verification: Ensure accurate delivery addresses
  
• Customer Support: Free support Monday-Friday, 6AM-6PM PT via phone (888-899-1255) or email
  

Package Requirements

General Requirements

• Packages must meet standard shipping dimensions and weight limits for selected service
  
• Accurate package dimensions should always be included to avoid post-shipment adjustments
  
• GlobalPost uses dimensional weight pricing
  

Prohibited Items

GlobalPost cannot ship:

• Hazardous materials or dangerous goods (as defined by Title 49 of U.S. Code of Federal Regulations)
  
• Items prohibited by USPS international shipping restrictions
  
• Tobacco products (including e-cigarettes, vape pens, electronic pipes)
  
• Weapons, ammunition, explosives
  
• Perishable items
  
• Live animals or plants
  
• Illegal substances
  

Note: Additional restrictions may apply based on destination country requirements.

Important Shipping Information

Weight Considerations

• Weights are rounded to the nearest pound
  
• Packages exceeding the maximum weight for a service will not be accepted
  
• Dimensional weight may apply - always provide accurate package dimensions
  

Customs & Duties

• DDU (Duties & Taxes Unpaid): Recipient pays all duties and taxes (Economy & Standard services)
  
• DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): Shipper pays all duties and taxes upfront (Plus, Go, and Canada DDP services)
  
• Six-digit HS codes are now required for all international shipments (as of September 1, 2025)
  

Coverage & Claims

• Economy: No loss/damage coverage included (third-party insurance available up to $400 via ParcelGuard)
  
• Standard: $100 coverage for loss/damage plus shipping cost refund
  
• Plus & Go: $200 coverage for loss/damage plus shipping cost refund
  
• Claims not honored for items confiscated as contraband or if recipient refuses customs duties
  

Countries Served

Standard Services

GlobalPost Economy and Standard ship to over 220 countries worldwide.

Restricted Countries

GlobalPost does NOT ship to:

• Cuba
  
• Iran
  
• North Korea
  
• Syria
  
• Sudan
  

Getting Started with GlobalPost

Account Setup

1. Contact GlobalPost directly to set up your shipping account
   
2. Submit your business information for approval
   
3. The approval process typically takes 2-3 business days
   
4. Once approved, you'll receive access to create shipping labels
   

Creating Shipments

1. Select a GlobalPost service when creating your shipping label
   
2. Enter accurate customs information and package details
   
3. Print your label and ship to the nearest GlobalPost facility address shown on the label
   

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Support

Additional Resources

• GlobalPost Blog: Learn about international shipping best practices
  
• HS Code Lookup Tool: https://www.goglobalpost.com/hs-code-lookup-tool/
  
• Duty & Tax Calculator: https://www.goglobalpost.com/duty-tax-calculator/
  
• FAQs: https://www.goglobalpost.com/faqs/
  

Last Updated: December 2025