International shipping guide
Sending a package abroad can seem complicated, but with Envia.com it is a simple, secure process. From your account you can enable international shipping, compare quotes from different carriers, generate your label, and automatically get the customs documents you need.
A well-prepared international shipment not only helps your package arrive on time; it also helps you avoid customs delays, unexpected charges, and returns.
In this guide you will find everything you need to send international shipments with confidence and without complications.
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Section titled “Articles”Enable international shipping
Section titled “Enable international shipping”Before you can ship abroad, you need to enable this feature in your profile. It is a quick process that gives you access to all the international tools in your dashboard.
Generate an international shipping label
Section titled “Generate an international shipping label”Learn how to create your label step by step, enter complete addresses, package details, and quote with the carrier you prefer.
Ship from the US to Mexico with Envia Cross-Border
Section titled “Ship from the US to Mexico with Envia Cross-Border”Quote Economy or Express in Create shipment and generate a single label from the United States to Mexico, without arranging the crossing or two separate shipments.
Declare your products correctly
Section titled “Declare your products correctly”Learn how to declare your products in English with a clear description, HS Code, actual value, and export reason so customs can process the shipment faster.
Declare AES ITN if you export from the US
Section titled “Declare AES ITN if you export from the US”If the origin is the United States and the declared value is over 2,500 USD, paste the ITN number (AES) in the confirmation. You get it by filing the EEI in AESDirect; it then travels on the label and the commercial invoice.
Customs, taxes, and duties
Section titled “Customs, taxes, and duties”Configuring correctly who pays taxes and duties in Envia.com has a direct impact on the delivery experience.
Download the commercial invoice
Section titled “Download the commercial invoice”Generate your label and download the commercial invoice, a required document to clear your shipment through customs.
Important recommendations for your shipments
Section titled “Important recommendations for your shipments”Review the key points: declared value, special permits, customs broker, complete contacts, and package evidence.