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Re: About to ship a package to Switzerland - advice?
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Date: 
Tue, 23 Jul 2002 18:35:32 GMT
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In lugnet.market.shipping, William R. Ward writes:
> 
> I have a 10 lb. box to send to Switzerland.  It looks like I can send
> it airmail with the USPS for about $35.  Is that right?  What's the
> best shipping method?

$37.25 via Parcel Post AirMail.  Note the package size restrictions for
Parcel Post: Max.length 79", max. length plus girth 108" (may vary by
country).  Ship it insured; this is the only way (via Parcel Post) you can
track down the package if it gets lost.  Ask the recipient for the EXACT
shipping address in the correct format.

> Also, what do I put on the customs forms?  I know when shipping stuff
> to the US if you use the right code there are no duties due for LEGO.
> Does Europe offer the same sort of thing?

Be honest on the customs form.  I usually enter "LEGO Plastic Construction
Toys #XXX".  Put a copy of the invoice (if there is one) in the package with
the set and a copy in with the customs form.  Include the recipient's phone
number.

> What about boxing it up?  It's a large set (a Rebel Blockade Runner).
> Getting a box the right shape may be difficult.  What do you suggest?

Find a larger (corrugated) box and cut it down to size.  Use peanuts or
bubble wrap.  Be liberal with the sealing tape on corners, flaps, etc.

Pray.

-Rob.



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I have a 10 lb. box to send to Switzerland. It looks like I can send it airmail with the USPS for about $35. Is that right? What's the best shipping method? Also, what do I put on the customs forms? I know when shipping stuff to the US if you use (...) (24 years ago, 23-Jul-02, to lugnet.market.shipping)

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