The USPS has been changing their services around a
lot lately.
I would recommend shipping via priority mail international. If you pay online, it's usually only a few percent more, and you get insurance, etc.
I always use the USPS postage price calculator (
http://postcalc.usps.gov/ ) and then log into my USPS account and ship from there.
Note that FCM is limited to packages weighing less than 4 lbs. If your package weighs more, then you have to use priority / express / GXG
Maximum length: 24 inches
Maximum length, height, and width combined: 36 inches
First-Class Package International Service can be used for lightweight packages or bulky large envelopes. The surface area of the address side of the item to be mailed must be large enough to contain completely the applicable customs form, postage, and any applicable markings, endorsements, and extra service labels.- Tracking is not available.
- Insurance and indemnity are not available.
- Registered Mail is available as an added service to most destinations for an additional fee.
- 4 pound maximum.
- Value of contents cannot exceed $400.
- Requires customs declaration form PS Form 2976 if the item contains dutiable contents.
