How much do Balikbayan boxes cost?
Current rates per Large Box, our regular-sized box shipped to: Metro Manila – $90. Luzon – $95. Visayas – $100.
How many days before the Balikbayan box will receive?
1. How many days does it take to receive balikbayan box? It depends on the shipping agency you have chosen and the type you used (sea or air), however, the least is about a month from the US. However, it will take 2-3 days for customs handling and additional time if you are in provincial areas.
Can a foreigner send a Balikbayan box?
Anyone can send Balikbayan Boxes to the Philippines, even Corporations, Partnerships and Sole Proprietors. But only a Qualified Filipino While Abroad can avail of the tax and duty-free privilege of balikbayan boxes under Section 800 (g) of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA).
What is allowed in balikbayan boxes?
Unlike actual Christmas presents, Balikbayan boxes are full of everyday household items such as tinned goods, sweets, school supplies, clothing and pretty much anything you can think of.
How can I send Balikbayan Box from USA to Philippines?
How to send a balikbayan box
- Find the shipping agency that will deliver your package.
- Choose the box that can fit all the items you’re sending.
- Gather all the items you plan to include in the package and list each one on the balikbayan box information sheet.
Can I send package from Philippines to USA?
Express Courier to USA DwarkaCourier offers the fastest delivery time to USA from the Philippines, in just 2-3 business days for packages up to 100kg.
Can I put laptop in balikbayan box?
Special items with special provisions include: Electronics – such as televisions, cell phones, computer desktops, laptops, tablets (iPad, Samsung Tab series), gaming consoles (Playstation, Nintendo, Xbox), gaming controllers and remotes, and two-way radios to name a few.
