[Elecraft] International shipping costs

[Kevin Cozens]

On 12-06-18 04:12 AM, Dave Johnson wrote:
> UPS on the other hand seem to have a bonus to the staff if they can
> beat some kind of record by getting the parcel to your door step
[snip]
> including customs clearance isn't bad but the cost is pretty steep.

UPS does seem to handle customs clearance and they make you pay for it if 
you don't have your own clearance broker. Last time (several years ago) I 
had something sent from US to Canada via UPS they wanted to hit me up for 
$45 in fees. I refused the item and had it reshipped via USPS.

UPS may be a faster way to get something than if it was shipped via the 
local post office but if the parcel crosses a border you have to be aware 
you may be in for an additional fee from UPS related to customs clearance.

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