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<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Regulations<br />
Customs forms<br />
All customs forms include the necessary declaration<br />
regarding prohibited or dangerous goods. Merchandise in<br />
excess of $2,000 requires an Export Declaration Number<br />
(EDN) from Customs.<br />
Country restrictions<br />
For specific country restrictions, see individual entries inside.<br />
Delivery<br />
Each country’s entry shows the usual delivery times for<br />
small letters sent to and from metropolitan areas of major<br />
cities. Whilst every endeavour is made by <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
to meet usual delivery times, all times are indicative<br />
only and delays outside our control do occur. Articles<br />
containing merchandise and articles sent to or from nonmetropolitan<br />
areas are subject to longer delivery times.<br />
ArtiCle Customs Form AnD loDgment requirements<br />
letters*<br />
• Letters, uninsured, containing written correspondence or No customs documentation required. May be lodged in a<br />
documents only<br />
Street <strong>Post</strong>ing Box<br />
• Letters, uninsured, containing items valued at no more than $500 CN22 – Green Form (8832667). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
• Letters, uninsured, containing items valued at over $500 CP72 – Blue Form (8832659). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
• Letters, insured CP74 – Red Form (8832661). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
registered <strong>Post</strong> international<br />
express <strong>Post</strong> international - letters<br />
Sender’s declaration on the envelope. May be lodged in a<br />
Street <strong>Post</strong>ing Box<br />
express Courier international**<br />
• All Express Courier <strong>International</strong> pre-paid products<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> (8832731). May be lodged in a<br />
Gold <strong>Post</strong>ing Box or over the counter<br />
All Express Courier <strong>International</strong> non-pre-paid products<br />
express <strong>Post</strong> international – Parcels**<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> (8832731). Must be lodged over<br />
the counter.<br />
• All Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels pre-paid products<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> (8839431) May be lodged in a<br />
Gold Street <strong>Post</strong>ing Box or over the counter.<br />
• All Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels non-pre-paid products Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> (8839431). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
Air mail Parcels**<br />
• Air Mail Parcels, uninsured, weighing no more than 2kg<br />
or with contents value no more than $500<br />
CN22 – Green Form (8832667). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
• Air Mail Parcels, uninsured, weighing more than 2kg,<br />
contents value more than $500<br />
CP72 – Blue Form (8832659). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
• Air Mail Parcels, insured CP74 – Red Form (8832661). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
• Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bag (Mbag)<br />
• Contents value up to $500 CN22 – Green Form (8832667). Must be lodged over the counter<br />
• Contents value over $500 CP72 – Blue Form (8832659). Must be lodged over the counter.<br />
* Letters are defined as weighing no more than 500g, with dimensions up to 36 x 26 x 2 cm<br />
** Commercial Invoice may also be required for Parcels, Express Courier <strong>International</strong> and Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels articles.<br />
Export Clearance Number is required for articles valued at over $2,000.<br />
8838525<br />
international <strong>Post</strong> guide Amendment 07/1 September 2007<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
Amendment 07/1 September 2007<br />
ABN 28 864 970 579
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> 1<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Headquarters<br />
GPO Box 1777<br />
MELBOURNE VIC 3001<br />
INTERNATIONAL POST GUIDE September 2007<br />
Amendment 2007/1Φ<br />
Authorised by P Morrison, Group Manager, <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>, <strong>Australia</strong>n <strong>Post</strong>al Corporation<br />
Purpose<br />
The <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> contains information regarding the availability, specific conditions and<br />
limitations to <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> services. The <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> is revised and published<br />
periodically.<br />
Terms and conditions of service<br />
Under the <strong>Australia</strong>n <strong>Post</strong>al Corporation Act 1989, the Board of the <strong>Australia</strong>n <strong>Post</strong>al Corporation<br />
determines the terms and conditions that apply to postal services. Terms and conditions are<br />
contained in the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Terms and Conditions (APTC) and Determination of <strong>Post</strong>age<br />
Charges (Rates Determination), which are available on the Internet at<br />
http://www.auspost.com.au, select Terms & Conditions.<br />
Disclaimer<br />
Although <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> has made every effort to ensure accuracy of the contents of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
at the time of publication, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> makes no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding<br />
the correctness, completeness, reliability, suitability or accuracy of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>. The information<br />
in this <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> may be revised at any time and services may be modified, added to<br />
or withdrawn without notice. Up-to-date information from any post office. <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> shall not<br />
be liable to any person, whether a purchaser of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> or not, for any loss or damage of any<br />
kind whatsoever arising from any errors or omissions in this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> or from reliance placed upon<br />
all or any part of the contents of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
Instructions<br />
Please file this <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> within the <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>s cover as it contains references to<br />
other <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>s in the series. Other current <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>s are:<br />
� General <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> Amendment No. 2007/1G<br />
� Letter <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> Amendment No. 05/1L<br />
� Parcel <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> Amendment No. 2005/1P<br />
� Dangerous & Prohibited Goods and Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> Amendment No. 2005/1D<br />
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Table of Contents<br />
How to use this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.................................................................................... 4<br />
Section 1 – <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Definitions<br />
�1.1 – Air Mail Letters ......................................................................................................6<br />
�1.2 – <strong>International</strong> Parcels up to 20 kg............................................................................8<br />
�1.3 – Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags <strong>International</strong> (M Bags) .......................................................9<br />
�1.4 – Valuable items.......................................................................................................9<br />
�1.5 – Duty-payable articles.............................................................................................9<br />
�1.6 – Infectious and non-infectious diagnostic substances and Patient specimens .....10<br />
�1.7 – <strong>Post</strong>e Restante....................................................................................................10<br />
�1.8 – Usual delivery time ..............................................................................................10<br />
Section 2 – <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Services<br />
�2.1 – Express Courier <strong>International</strong>..............................................................................11<br />
�2.2 – Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters ....................................................................14<br />
�2.3 – Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels ...................................................................16<br />
�2.4 – Air Mail ................................................................................................................19<br />
�2.5 – Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> ..............................................................................20<br />
�2.6 – Sea Mail Parcels .................................................................................................21<br />
�2.7 – <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> ..........................................................................................22<br />
�2.8 – <strong>International</strong> Contract Business...........................................................................24<br />
�2.9 – <strong>International</strong> Reply Paid (IRP).............................................................................25<br />
�2.10 – <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupons .............................................................................27<br />
�2.11 – <strong>International</strong> Money Orders...............................................................................28<br />
Section 3 – Supplementary Services<br />
�3.1 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover.....................................................................................29<br />
�3.2 – <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation .....................................................................30<br />
Section 4 – Special Services<br />
�4.1 – Articles for the blind.............................................................................................31<br />
�4.2 – Defence Forces mail ...........................................................................................32<br />
Section 5 – <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> – General Provisions<br />
�5.1 – Scope of the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> ...........................................................................33<br />
�5.2 – <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> and GST .................................................................................33<br />
�5.3 – Universal <strong>Post</strong>al Union (UPU) .............................................................................33<br />
�5.4 – Customs regulations............................................................................................34<br />
�5.5 – Addressing ..........................................................................................................36<br />
�5.6 – Contents and packing..........................................................................................36<br />
�5.7 – Restrictions..........................................................................................................37<br />
�5.8 – Prohibitions..........................................................................................................38<br />
�5.9 – Firearms and Firearm Parts.................................................................................39<br />
�5.10 – <strong>International</strong> Mail Security Requirements..........................................................40<br />
�5.11 – Redirection of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> articles ...........................................................41<br />
�5.12 – Withdrawal from the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>..............................................................41<br />
�5.13 – Undeliverable <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> articles ...........................................................42<br />
�5.14 – Enquiries and complaints ..................................................................................42<br />
�5.15 – <strong>International</strong> Compensation claims ...................................................................43<br />
�5.16 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claims........................................................................45<br />
�5.17 – Compensation and Extra Cover claim conditions..............................................47<br />
Section 6 – Destination Countries and Territories<br />
�6.1 – How to use this Section.......................................................................................49<br />
�6.2 – Destinations – Afghanistan to Zimbabwe ............................................................50<br />
�6.3 – Destination cross-reference index.....................................................................291<br />
Index ......................................................................................................................299<br />
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How to use this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
This <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> contains detailed reference material about the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> service from<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
To help you go directly to the right place, we show here the most common questions you ask and the<br />
quick way to find the right answers.<br />
A numeric reference, for example �1.1.1, refers to the section number in this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>. A<br />
reference in italics, for example <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet refers to another <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> publication.<br />
All details of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> charges are in the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
All details about the services available to each country are in Section 6 of this <strong>Guide</strong>. Countries are<br />
listed alphabetically. The <strong>Guide</strong> shows the availability of services and any special limitations or<br />
conditions that might apply.<br />
Before you file this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>, take a little time to understand the way it structures its information.<br />
This will save time later when you need to find something in a hurry.<br />
What articles<br />
can I send in the<br />
<strong>International</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong>?<br />
How big?<br />
How heavy?<br />
What services<br />
can I use?<br />
How much<br />
does the<br />
service cost?<br />
Can I obtain<br />
Extra Cover<br />
for the<br />
article?<br />
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Refer to the<br />
<strong>Post</strong> Charges<br />
Booklet<br />
(8833665)<br />
Air Mail Letter �1.1<br />
Contents of a Letter �1.1.2<br />
Greeting Card or <strong>Post</strong>card �1.1.3<br />
Aerogramme �1.1.4<br />
Parcel �1.2<br />
Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags �1.3<br />
Valuable items �1.4<br />
Duty-payable articles �1.5<br />
Infectious and non-infectious diagnostic<br />
substances and Patient specimens �1.6<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Guide</strong> for the<br />
services available to each country. For<br />
general conditions, refer to:<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> �2.1<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters �2.2<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels �2.3<br />
Air Mail �2.4<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> �2.5<br />
Sea Mail Parcels �2.6<br />
<strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> �2.7<br />
<strong>International</strong> Contract Business �2.8<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Guide</strong> for the amount<br />
of Extra Cover available to each country for<br />
each service. For general conditions, refer to:<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover �3.1
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> 5<br />
How long to<br />
deliver?<br />
Can I confirm<br />
delivery?<br />
What customs<br />
forms do I use?<br />
How should I<br />
address and pack<br />
the article?<br />
What contents are<br />
restricted or<br />
prohibited?<br />
What about<br />
special<br />
services?<br />
What do I do<br />
about lost or<br />
damaged<br />
articles?<br />
What if I have<br />
other queries?<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Guide</strong> for usual<br />
delivery times to each country. For the<br />
meaning of “usual delivery time”, refer to:<br />
Usual delivery time �1.8<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Guide</strong> for delivery<br />
confirmation services available to each<br />
country. For general conditions, refer to:<br />
<strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation �3.2<br />
Customs Regulations �5.4<br />
Security Requirements �5.10<br />
Addressing �5.5<br />
Contents and packaging �5.6<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods and<br />
Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
Refer Section 6 of this <strong>Guide</strong> for prohibitions<br />
and restrictions to each country. For general<br />
conditions, refer to:<br />
Restrictions �5.7<br />
Prohibitions �5.8<br />
Articles for the blind �4.1<br />
Defence forces mail �4.2<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Paid �2.9<br />
<strong>International</strong> reply coupons �2.10<br />
<strong>International</strong> money orders �2.11<br />
Redirection of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> �5.11<br />
Withdrawal from the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> �5.12<br />
Enquiries and complaints �5.14<br />
<strong>International</strong> compensation claims �5.15<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claims<br />
Compensation and Extra Cover claim<br />
�5.16<br />
conditions �5.17<br />
Check:<br />
� the Table of Contents on page 3<br />
� the Index on pages 299 to 301<br />
If you cannot find what you need:<br />
� telephone 13 13 18.<br />
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SECTION 1 – INTERNATIONAL POST DEFINITIONS<br />
�1.1 – Air Mail Letters<br />
For international purposes, an Air Mail Letter is an oblong article with a length, a width, a thickness,<br />
and a weight. Air Mail Letters include:<br />
� a <strong>Post</strong>card or Greeting Card – see �1.1.3 for the special conditions that apply<br />
� an Aerogramme – see �1.1.4 for the special conditions that apply.<br />
All Air Mail Letters are carried by Air Mail.<br />
Width<br />
�1.1.1 – Air Mail Letter sizes<br />
An Air Mail Letter is an article that conforms to the limits shown below. Any article with any<br />
measurement that exceeds these limits is not an Air Mail Letter – it is an <strong>International</strong> Parcel.<br />
Dimension Maximum<br />
Length 360 mm<br />
Width 260 mm<br />
Thickness 20 mm<br />
Weight 500 grams<br />
ISO recommended envelope sizes for Air Mail Letters<br />
The <strong>International</strong> Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) recommends the following envelope sizes:<br />
DL 110 mm × 220 mm<br />
C6 114 mm × 162 mm<br />
C5 162 mm × 229 mm<br />
C4 324 mm × 229 mm<br />
B4 353 mm × 250 mm<br />
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Length
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> 7<br />
�1.1.2 – Contents of a Letter (including a Registered <strong>Post</strong> Prepaid<br />
envelope)<br />
Written correspondence and documents<br />
An Air Mail Letter that contains anything other than written correspondence or documents must<br />
have the appropriate completed customs form affixed to the front of the envelope. Written<br />
correspondence or documents do not include books or magnetic or optical recording media such as<br />
tapes, cassettes, computer discs, compact discs and so on.<br />
The option to include duty-payable items and affix a customs form is not available with Express <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> - Letters or Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>. These two services are available only for<br />
written correspondence or documents.<br />
Some countries prohibit duty-payable articles or merchandise in Air Mail Letters – refer to Section 6<br />
of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
Aerogrammes<br />
Aerogrammes that contain insertions of written correspondence or documents attract the full Air<br />
Mail Letter post charge.<br />
<strong>Post</strong>cards and Greeting Cards<br />
Enveloped <strong>Post</strong>cards and Greeting Cards that contain other insertions attract the full Air Mail Letter<br />
post charge.<br />
�1.1.3 – <strong>Post</strong>card or Greeting Card<br />
A <strong>Post</strong>card or Greeting Card is a single card containing a written or printed message. It attracts a<br />
special post charge – refer to <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665). An article with any measurement<br />
outside the limits shown in the table is not a <strong>Post</strong>card or Greeting Card – it attracts either the full Air<br />
Mail Letter post charge or the <strong>International</strong> Parcel post charge.<br />
Dimension Maximum Minimum<br />
Length 240 mm 138 mm<br />
Width 130 mm 88 mm<br />
Thickness 5 mm –<br />
Weight 20 grams –<br />
Enveloped cards<br />
Senders may enclose a <strong>Post</strong>card or Greeting Card in an envelope no larger or heavier than the<br />
maximum dimensions shown above. The envelope must contain no other insertions. The front of<br />
the envelope must contain the endorsement CARD ONLY in the top left-hand corner.<br />
An enveloped card that contains other insertions, that exceeds the maximum dimensions or weight,<br />
or that does not have the endorsement attracts the full Air Mail Letter post charge.<br />
�1.1.4 – Aerogramme<br />
An Aerogramme is a single sheet of paper suitably folded and sealed on all sides. It is sent by Air<br />
Mail to any international destination. <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> provides prepaid Aerogrammes at a uniform<br />
price to any destination in the world – refer to <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665). Subject to <strong>Australia</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong> approval, private manufacturers may also provide Aerogrammes.<br />
Dimension Maximum Minimum<br />
Length (folded) 220 mm Refer to table below<br />
Width (folded) 110 mm 88 mm<br />
Paper density 50 gsm 45 gsm<br />
Minimum length of an Aerogramme<br />
An Aerogramme must be distinctly oblong in shape – that is, the length must be at least 1.414 times<br />
the width with a minimum length of 138 mm. The table shows the minimum allowed folded length<br />
(in millimetres), for each possible folded width of an Aerogramme.<br />
Width (mm) 88 to 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110<br />
Minimum length 138 139 140 142 143 145 146 148 149 150 152 153 155 156<br />
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�1.1.4 – Aerogramme – continued<br />
Privately manufactured Aerogrammes<br />
A privately manufactured Aerogramme must conform to the dimensions above. It must also contain<br />
the following printed endorsements:<br />
� APPROVED BY AUSTRALIA POST AS AEROGRAMME NO … on the back of the folded<br />
Aerogramme<br />
� FIX CURRENT AEROGRAMME POSTAGE STAMP in a frame in the upper right-hand corner of the<br />
address side of the folded Aerogramme, unless <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> has approved a <strong>Post</strong>age Paid<br />
imprint.<br />
To obtain an <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Approved Aerogramme Number, manufacturers should submit eight<br />
proof copies of the Aerogramme to the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Sales Manager in their State capital city.<br />
Insertions and labels<br />
An Aerogramme must not contain any insertions. Senders may affix an address label to an<br />
Aerogramme.<br />
�1.2 – <strong>International</strong> Parcels up to 20 kg<br />
An <strong>International</strong> Parcel is any article that is not an Air Mail Letter, including a letter that exceeds the<br />
weight or dimensions in �1.1.1.<br />
�1.2.1 – Maximum weight<br />
The maximum allowed weight of an <strong>International</strong> Parcel to most countries is 20 kg, but it can<br />
depend upon:<br />
� the destination country<br />
� the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> service used to that country.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the maximum weight for each country.<br />
�1.2.2 – Maximum size<br />
The length of the greatest linear dimension of an <strong>International</strong> Parcel must not exceed 105 cm.<br />
The girth of an <strong>International</strong> Parcel must not exceed 140 cm.<br />
Some examples of how to measure the length and girth follow.<br />
Cylinders<br />
If the parcel is a long cylinder, its axis (length) must not exceed<br />
105 cm and its circumference (girth) must not exceed 140 cm.<br />
Boxes<br />
If the parcel is box-shaped, then its length (its longest<br />
dimension) must not exceed 105 cm. The girth is achieved by<br />
measuring around all the other dimensions and must not exceed<br />
140 cm. Eg. a parcel measuring – 50cm long, 30cm high &<br />
40cm wide (0.3m)+(0.3m)+(0.4m)+(0.4m) = Girth 140cm<br />
(1.4m)<br />
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Length<br />
Length<br />
Irregular shapes<br />
Length<br />
If the parcel is irregular in shape, its length is the distance<br />
between the two furthest-apart points on the surface of the<br />
article and must not exceed 105 cm. The girth, measured<br />
Girth<br />
around the 'fattest' part of the article at right angles to its<br />
length, must not exceed 140 cm.<br />
�1.2.3 – Minimum size<br />
The girth of a parcel must be at least 16 cm. For example, a broom handle or a pencil-shaped parcel<br />
is not acceptable.<br />
If the parcel is box-shaped, both its length and its width must be at least 5 cm.<br />
Girth<br />
Girth
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�1.3 – Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags <strong>International</strong><br />
Customers using the Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bag <strong>International</strong> service may obtain bags (M bags) from the<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> office of lodgement. Each bag can contain only a consignment of printed papers<br />
(including books, magazines and other publications) to a single addressee at a single international<br />
address. Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags use the Sea Mail service for Parcel Zones C and D, and the Air Mail<br />
service for all other zones. <strong>Post</strong> charges are assessed on the total weight of the bag and its contents –<br />
refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
�1.3.1 – Weight<br />
The maximum allowed weight of each bag and contents is 16 kg.<br />
The minimum allowed weight of each bag and contents is 5 kg.<br />
�1.3.2 – Address labels<br />
Each bag must have a sturdy label attached to its neck that contains full consignment address details.<br />
The label must be at least 90 mm × 140 mm. Customers must attach all customs documentation to<br />
the label. Each packet of printed papers inside the bag must also bear the consignment address.<br />
�1.4 – Valuable items<br />
Senders must obtain Extra Cover for all valuable items. Some countries do not accept valuable items.<br />
Some countries do not accept valuable items in Express Courier <strong>International</strong> or Express <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> - Parcels, even if they have Extra Cover. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
Valuable items include:<br />
� travellers' cheques<br />
� securities of any kind payable to bearer<br />
� platinum, gold or silver – whether manufactured or not<br />
� jewels<br />
� precious stones – which means all valuable natural mineral stone, silica or substances extracted<br />
from the ground, whether in their natural state, or refined, processed, set or treated, and includes<br />
semi-precious stones and any other natural or synthetic mineral, stone, silica or substance<br />
whether in a natural state, cut or uncut, refined, processed, set or treated<br />
� other articles of high intrinsic value.<br />
�1.4.1 – Prohibition of bullion, bank notes and coins<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> prohibits bullion, bank notes and coins in all international postal articles – this includes<br />
all <strong>Australia</strong>n notes of whatever issue or denomination, the bank notes or currency notes of any<br />
other country and coins in either <strong>Australia</strong>n or foreign currency and includes coins made from<br />
precious metals whether or not such coins have a denomination. This prohibition applies even if the<br />
destination country accepts valuables.<br />
�1.4.2 – Limitations by country<br />
Each country either prohibits valuable items or accepts them only in articles with Extra Cover. Some<br />
countries distinguish between valuable items in Air Mail Letters and in parcels. Some countries<br />
prohibit valuable items in the Express Courier <strong>International</strong> and Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels<br />
service.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for specific conditions and limitations.<br />
Refer to Section 3.1 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for specific Extra Cover information.<br />
�1.5 – Duty-payable articles<br />
Some countries prohibit Air Mail Letters containing items on which customs duty is payable. Some<br />
countries prohibit articles in the Express Courier <strong>International</strong> or Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> –<br />
Parcels on which customs duty is payable. Most countries accept <strong>International</strong> Parcels subject to the<br />
payment of the appropriate customs duty. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for specific<br />
conditions and limitations.<br />
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�1.6 – Infectious and Non-infectious Diagnostic<br />
substances and Patient specimens<br />
Dangerous and Prohibited Goods and Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8833729), Section D10.3, defines<br />
infectious substances and non-infectious substances.<br />
�1.6.1 – Prohibition of infectious substances<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> prohibits both Category A and B infectious substances in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
�1.6.2 – Limitations on non-infectious Diagnostic substances and Patient<br />
specimens<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> accepts non-infectious Diagnostic substances and Patient specimens in the<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> only if the packaging, labelling, marking and documentation of the article comply<br />
with the requirements of Dangerous and Prohibited Goods and Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8833729),<br />
Section D10.3.15. The following limitations also apply.<br />
Maximum weight<br />
An article containing a non-infectious substance must not exceed 2 kg.<br />
Limitations on sender and addressee<br />
Both the sender and the addressee of a non-infectious Diagnostic substance and a Patient specimen<br />
must be a recognised laboratory.<br />
Limitations on service<br />
The sender of a non-infectious Diagnostic substance and a Patient specimen must use the Air Mail<br />
service. Senders cannot use the Sea Mail, Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels or Express Courier<br />
<strong>International</strong> services.<br />
Limitations by destination<br />
Some countries do not accept non-infectious Diagnostic substances and Patient specimens.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
�1.7 – <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
Senders of mail to visitors to some countries can address the mail in the care of a post office. The<br />
addressee may collect the article from the post office counter on production of appropriate<br />
identification. The international term for this facility is <strong>Post</strong>e Restante.<br />
Before sending <strong>Post</strong>e Restante mail, senders should check with the addressee that the <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
facility is available at the addressed post office.<br />
Some countries do not accept Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels or Express Courier <strong>International</strong><br />
articles addressed <strong>Post</strong>e Restante. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> or contact the ECI callcentre<br />
on 1800 007 678.<br />
�1.8 – Usual delivery time<br />
Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> shows the usual delivery time for a letter containing documents only<br />
sent by each available service to each destination country. This is a guide only. The usual delivery<br />
time is the estimated time in business days from lodgement of a standard letter in an <strong>Australia</strong>n<br />
metropolitan area to its delivery in a metropolitan area of a destination country. Times may be longer<br />
for merchandise, large letters, parcels and articles sent from or to non-metropolitan areas.<br />
Sea Mail Parcels<br />
The usual delivery time is 2-3 months. Refer to section 2.6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
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SECTION 2 – INTERNATIONAL POST SERVICES<br />
�2.1 – Express Courier <strong>International</strong><br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> (ECI) is the premium<br />
door-to-door international courier service for letters,<br />
documents and merchandise.<br />
ECI prepaid envelopes, satchels and boxes are available from <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> outlets. ECI serves more<br />
than 190 countries. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the countries served, the specific<br />
conditions and limitations, and the usual delivery times, or contact the ECI national call-centre on<br />
1800 007 678<br />
�2.1.1 – Maximum weight<br />
To most countries, the maximum weight of an ECI article is 20 kg. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Guide</strong> for the specific maximum weight for each country.<br />
�2.1.2 – Categories of Express Courier <strong>International</strong> articles<br />
ECI articles are in two categories, which have different post charges -Documents and Merchandise.<br />
For further information refer to <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
1. Documents<br />
Documents include personal or business correspondence, papers and forms. Senders should endorse<br />
the ECI Airway Bill (8832731) DOCUMENTS/BUSINESS PAPERS ONLY.<br />
Documents do not include:<br />
� personal photographs<br />
� calendars or diaries<br />
� books or booklets.<br />
Such items are non-documents/merchandise, and senders must declare them as such.<br />
2. Non-documents / Merchandise<br />
Senders must declare all non-document items as merchandise, and fully complete all details on the<br />
declaration.<br />
Merchandise not "for sale"<br />
If the merchandise is not "for sale" in the destination country, senders must complete the ECI<br />
Airway Bill (8832731).<br />
Merchandise "for sale"<br />
If the merchandise is "for sale" in the destination country, senders must complete the ECI Airway<br />
Bill (8832731) and include a commercial invoice in triplicate on the sender's company letterhead.<br />
The invoice should be typed.<br />
�2.1.3 – Additional documentation<br />
The sender is responsible for finding out if the destination country requires any additional<br />
documentation attached to or enclosed in an ECI article. Destination countries may return as<br />
undeliverable any articles with inaccurate or incomplete documentation.<br />
Customers sending goods of $2,000 or more in value must obtain an Export Declaration Number<br />
from Customs before sending the goods. Refer to �5.4.2 for more details.<br />
�2.1.4 – Lodgement<br />
Senders may lodge ECI articles:<br />
� at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
� by courier pick-up in metropolitan areas for a small extra charge – call 1800 007 678.<br />
� Prepaid ECI articles in any GOLD street posting box or by the above methods.<br />
� Non prepaid articles must be lodged either over the counter, by courier collection or at a<br />
Business Centre.<br />
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�2.1.5 – Despatch and delivery<br />
All ECI articles receive:<br />
� premium streaming and handling in <strong>Australia</strong> for connection with priority international airline<br />
flights<br />
� fully scanned tracking in most developed countries<br />
� courier or express postal delivery in the destination country<br />
� signature recorded on delivery.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the destinations served in each country and anticipated<br />
delivery times.<br />
�2.1.6 – Extra Cover with Express Courier <strong>International</strong> articles<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover up to $5,000 is available on all ECI items to all ECI destinations. Refer to<br />
the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665) for the prescribed fee. Senders must comply with the<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover conditions at �3.1 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover.<br />
�2.1.7 – Addressing<br />
<strong>Post</strong> Codes and Telephone numbers<br />
Senders must, if possible, show the <strong>Post</strong> Code and telephone or fax number in both the sender's and<br />
the addressee's address details in legible English. This allows the destination authority that delivers<br />
ECI items to:<br />
� quickly contact the sender in case of incomplete documentation<br />
� contact the addressee to arrange delivery if the first delivery attempt fails.<br />
<strong>Post</strong> office boxes and for collection at a post office<br />
Senders should address ECI articles to a street address. Use a post office box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante only<br />
if a street delivery address is unavailable. In many countries, the destination authority that delivers<br />
ECI items notifies the addressee by mail of the arrival of an article addressed to a post office box.<br />
Some countries do not accept ECI articles addressed to a post office box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante – refer to<br />
Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> or contact the ECI national call-centre on 1800 007 678.<br />
�2.1.8 – Packaging<br />
Prepaid and contract ECI packaging is available in nine sizes, see the information below on<br />
dimensions and weight restrictions (for prepaid packaging only). Contract Packaging does not have<br />
specific weight steps, however it cannot exceed 20kg:<br />
Product Maximum<br />
Weight<br />
Dimensions<br />
Envelope 500g 39 x 29 cm<br />
1kg<br />
36.7 x 26 x 3.8cm<br />
Satchel 500g 35.5 x 23.5cm<br />
1kg<br />
39 x 28.5cm<br />
2kg<br />
40.5 x 34cm<br />
3kg<br />
49 x 38cm<br />
Box 5kg 44 x 14.5 x 31cm<br />
10kg<br />
41 x 26.5 x 30cm<br />
20kg<br />
50 x 35 x 44cm<br />
� <strong>Post</strong>er tubes, DVD boxes and Wine packaging is available for contract customers only.<br />
� Customers can wrap and pack, if preferred. Some countries (including USA) have restrictions on<br />
the size of ECI articles. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
For ECI prices refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
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�2.1.9 –ECI prohibitions<br />
In addition to the items prohibited by the Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
(8833729), the following items cannot be sent via the Express Courier <strong>International</strong><br />
service:<br />
� Animals<br />
� Currency<br />
� Antiques<br />
� Firearms, weapons,<br />
� Asbestos<br />
ammunition (or parts<br />
� Bees, leeches, silkworms or thereof)<br />
any other animals or living � Furs<br />
organisms<br />
� Hazardous or combustible<br />
� Biological substances – materials (as defined in<br />
infectious or non-infectious IATA regulations)<br />
� Bullion<br />
� Human remains (including<br />
� Counterfeit or pirated goods human ashes)<br />
or material<br />
� Ivory<br />
� Coins<br />
� Jewellery<br />
� Narcotics (illegal)<br />
� Negotiable instruments in<br />
bearer form<br />
� Perfumery products<br />
� Perishable items<br />
� Pornography<br />
� Precious metals and stones<br />
� Watches valued in excess of<br />
A$150<br />
� Precious Stones which means all valuable natural mineral stone, silica or substances extracted<br />
from the ground, whether in their natural state, or refined, processed, set or treated, and<br />
includes semi-precious stones and any other natural or synthetic mineral, stone, silica or<br />
substance whether in a natural state, cut or uncut, refined, processed, set or treated.<br />
� Property, the carriage of which is prohibited by any law, regulation or statute of any federal, state<br />
or local government of any country to or through which the shipment may be carried.<br />
Some countries prohibit valuable items (see �1.4) in the ECI service. Most countries have specific<br />
additional prohibitions. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
For further information on this service, contact the Express Courier <strong>International</strong> national call-centre<br />
on 1800 007 678.<br />
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�2.2 – Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letters<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters (EPI –<br />
Letters) is a simple, reliable and cost-effective<br />
service for the priority despatch of<br />
correspondence and documents.<br />
�2.2.1 – The Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters guarantee<br />
EPI – Letters service guarantees (subject to availability of flights) next-business-day air despatch for<br />
correctly addressed and lodged envelopes from the postcode areas shown to the most popular<br />
destinations. Section 6 of the <strong>Guide</strong> shows whether the guarantee applies to a particular country and<br />
also shows the usual delivery time for countries where the guarantee does not apply.<br />
State City or district <strong>Post</strong>codes<br />
NSW Sydney 2000–2249; 2555–2574; 2740–2786<br />
Gosford 2250–2263<br />
Newcastle 2280–2300; 2302–2310<br />
Tweed Heads/Murwillumbah 2484–2490<br />
Wollongong 2500–2530<br />
ACT Canberra 2600–2639; 2900–2920<br />
Victoria Melbourne 3000–3210<br />
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Geelong 3211–3220<br />
La Trobe Valley 3825; 3840–3844<br />
Queensland Brisbane 4000–4209<br />
Gold Coast 4210–4299<br />
Booval/Ipswich 4300–4305<br />
Strathpine/Caboolture 4500–4510; 4520<br />
Sunshine Coast 4550–4601<br />
Maryborough City 4650<br />
Hervey Bay City 4655<br />
South <strong>Australia</strong> Adelaide 5000–5199, 5942, 5950<br />
Western <strong>Australia</strong> Perth 6000–6205<br />
Tasmania Hobart 7000–7019; 7050–7053; 7055<br />
Northern Tasmania 7248–7325<br />
�2.2.2– Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letters prepaid envelopes<br />
This service is available only if you use EPI – Letters prepaid envelopes. The price of each envelope<br />
includes the postage to any overseas destination. The table shows the available EPI – Letters<br />
envelopes.<br />
Envelope Dimensions Maximum Maximum Unit of sale<br />
Weight Thickness<br />
C5 162 mm × 229 mm 500 grams 20 mm Single envelope or<br />
Pack of 10<br />
B4 353 mm × 250 mm 500 grams 20 mm Single envelope or<br />
Pack of 10<br />
Prices depend on the quantity purchased. Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665)..<br />
�2.2.3 – Insertions<br />
Refer to �1.1.2 – Contents of a Letter. No item requiring a customs declaration may be included.<br />
�2.2.4 – Documentation<br />
Senders must sign the declaration on the envelope. No other documentation is required.
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�2.2.5 – Lodgement methods and times<br />
With EPI – Letters, there are no stamps to buy or forms to fill out.<br />
� purchase your EPI - Letters envelope<br />
� complete the address on the front of the envelope and the sender’s details on the back<br />
� sign the declaration on the envelope<br />
� remove and retain the SENDER TO KEEP lift-and-peel tab from the front of the envelope<br />
� lodge in a gold street post-box or over the counter at an office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
Lodgement times – Express <strong>Post</strong> gold street post-boxes<br />
<strong>Post</strong> your EPI - Letters envelope in an Express <strong>Post</strong> gold street post-box by 6 pm on any business<br />
day. The following places have earlier times (ask your local post office for details):<br />
� Perth (outside the CBD)<br />
� Queensland provincial centres<br />
� some New South Wales provincial centres.<br />
Lodgement times – over the counter<br />
Lodge your EPI - Letters envelope over the counter at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> by the advertised<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> post-by time. At most large offices in metropolitan areas, this is 5 pm.<br />
For further information on this service, contact the Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> national call-centre on<br />
1800 007 678<br />
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�2.3 – Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>- Parcels (EPI –<br />
Parcels) is a simple, reliable and cost-effective<br />
service for the priority despatch of documents<br />
and merchandise.<br />
�2.3.1– Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels prepaid satchels and boxes<br />
The price of each satchel and box includes the postage to any overseas destination. The table below<br />
shows the available EPI - Parcels satchels and boxes.<br />
Product Dimensions Maximum<br />
Weight<br />
Unit of sale<br />
EPI 2kg satchel 40.5 x 34cm 2kg Single satchel or<br />
Pack of 5<br />
EPI 3kg satchel 49 x 38cm 3kg Single satchel or Pack<br />
of 5<br />
EPI 5kg box 44 x 14.5 x 31cm 5kg Single box or Pack of 5<br />
EPI 10kg box 41 x 26.5 x 30cm 10kg Single box or Pack of 5<br />
EPI 20kg box 50 x 35 x 44cm 20kg Single box or Pack of 5<br />
Customers can wrap and pack, if preferred. Some countries (including USA) have restrictions on the<br />
size of EPI - Parcels. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
Prices depend on the quantity purchased. Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
�2.3.2 – Documentation<br />
Senders must sign the EPI Airway bill (8839431) for both prepaid and non prepaid items.<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> serves more than 190 countries. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for<br />
the countries served, the specific conditions and limitations, and the usual delivery times, or contact<br />
the EPI national call-centre on 1800 007 678<br />
�2.3.3 – Maximum weight<br />
To most countries, the maximum weight of an EPI - Parcel is 20 kg. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Guide</strong> for the specific maximum weight for each country.<br />
�2.3.4 – Categories of Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels<br />
EPI - Parcels are in two categories, Documents and Merchandise – for further information refer to<br />
<strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
1. Documents<br />
Documents include personal or business correspondence, papers and forms. Senders should endorse<br />
the EPI Airway Bill (8839431) DOCUMENTS/BUSINESS PAPERS ONLY.<br />
Documents do not include:<br />
� personal photographs<br />
� calendars or diaries<br />
� books or booklets.<br />
Such items are non-documents/merchandise, and senders must declare them as such.<br />
2. Non-documents / Merchandise<br />
Senders must declare all non-document items as merchandise, and fully complete all details on the<br />
declaration.<br />
Merchandise not "for sale"<br />
If the merchandise is not "for sale" in the destination country, senders must complete the EPI<br />
Airway Bill (8839431).<br />
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Merchandise "for sale"<br />
If the merchandise is "for sale" in the destination country, senders must complete the EPI Airway<br />
Bill (8839431) and include a commercial invoice in triplicate on the sender's company letterhead.<br />
The invoice should be typed.<br />
�2.3.5 – Additional documentation<br />
The sender is responsible for finding out if the destination country requires any additional<br />
documentation attached to or enclosed in an EPI - Parcel. Destination countries may return as<br />
undeliverable any articles with inaccurate or incomplete documentation.<br />
Customers sending goods of $2,000 or more in value must obtain an Export Declaration Number<br />
from Customs before sending the goods. Refer to �5.4.2 for more details.<br />
�2.3.6 – Lodgement<br />
Senders may lodge EPI - Parcels:<br />
� at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
� Prepaid EPI - Parcels in any GOLD street posting box or by the above methods.<br />
� Non prepaid articles must be lodged over the counter or at a Business Centre.<br />
�<br />
�2.3.7 – Despatch and delivery<br />
All EPI - Parcels receive:<br />
� handling in <strong>Australia</strong> for connection with priority international airline flights<br />
� basic tracking for delivery scans in most developed countries<br />
� signature recorded on delivery.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the destinations served in each country and anticipated<br />
delivery times.<br />
�2.3.8 – Extra Cover with Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover up to $5,000 is available on all EPI - Parcels to all Express <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> destinations. Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665) for the prescribed fee.<br />
Senders must comply with the <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover conditions at �3.1 – <strong>International</strong> Extra<br />
Cover.<br />
�2.3.9 – Addressing<br />
<strong>Post</strong> Codes and Telephone numbers<br />
Senders must, if possible, show the <strong>Post</strong> Code and telephone or fax number in both the sender's and<br />
the addressee's address details in legible English. This allows the destination authority that delivers<br />
EPI - Parcels to:<br />
� quickly contact the sender in case of incomplete documentation<br />
� contact the addressee to arrange delivery if the first delivery attempt fails.<br />
<strong>Post</strong> office boxes and for collection at a post office<br />
Senders should address EPI - Parcels to a street address. Use a post office box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
only if a street delivery address is unavailable. In many countries, the destination authority that<br />
delivers EPI - Parcels notifies the addressee by mail of the arrival of an article addressed to a post<br />
office box. Some countries do not accept EPI - Parcels addressed to a post office box or <strong>Post</strong>e<br />
Restante – refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> or contact the EPI national call-centre on 1800 007<br />
678.<br />
For EPI - Parcels prices refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
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�2.3.10 –Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels prohibitions<br />
In addition to the items prohibited by the Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>,<br />
the following items cannot be sent via the EPI - Parcels service:<br />
� Animals<br />
� Currency<br />
� Asbestos<br />
� Firearms, weapons,<br />
� Bees, leeches, silkworms or ammunition (or parts<br />
any other animals or living thereof)<br />
organisms<br />
� Furs<br />
� Biological substances – � Hazardous or combustible<br />
infectious or non-infectious materials (as defined in<br />
� Bullion<br />
IATA regulations)<br />
� Counterfeit or pirated goods � Human remains (including<br />
or material<br />
human ashes)<br />
� Coins<br />
� Ivory<br />
� Jewellery<br />
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� Narcotics (illegal)<br />
� Negotiable instruments in<br />
bearer form<br />
� Perfumery products<br />
� Perishable items<br />
� Pornography<br />
� Precious metals and stones<br />
� Watches valued in excess of<br />
A$150<br />
� Precious Stones which means all valuable natural mineral stone, silica or substances extracted<br />
from the ground, whether in their natural state, or refined, processed, set or treated, and<br />
includes semi-precious stones and any other natural or synthetic mineral, stone, silica or<br />
substance whether in a natural state, cut or uncut, refined, processed, set or treated.<br />
� Property, the carriage of which is prohibited by any law, regulation or statute of any federal, state<br />
or local government of any country to or through which the shipment may be carried.<br />
Some countries prohibit valuable items (see �1.4) in the Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> service. Most<br />
countries have specific additional prohibitions. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
For any additional questions regarding the EPI – Parcels service – contact the EPI national callcentre<br />
on 1800 007 678.<br />
�2.3.11 – Supplementary services<br />
The <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover service is generally available with EPI - Parcels. Senders must comply<br />
with the <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover conditions – see �3.1. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for<br />
the availability and any limitations to specific countries. This service attracts additional fees.<br />
For further information on this service, contact the Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> national call-centre on<br />
1800 007 678.
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�2.4 – Air Mail<br />
Air Mail is the standard service for letters and<br />
parcels to almost any address in the world.<br />
�2.4.1 – Availability<br />
Air Mail is available for:<br />
� Aerogrammes<br />
� <strong>Post</strong>cards and Greeting Cards<br />
� Air Mail Letters<br />
� Parcels.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the countries served and the usual delivery times for Air<br />
Mail Letters.<br />
�2.4.2 –Maximum weight of Parcels<br />
To most countries, the maximum weight of an Air Mail article is 20 kg. Refer to Section 6 of this<br />
<strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the specific maximum weight for each country.<br />
�2.4.3 – Documentation<br />
No documentation is necessary for Air Mail Letters that contain only written correspondence or<br />
documents. Standard customs documentation is required for:<br />
� Air Mail Letters containing items other than written correspondence or documents<br />
� Parcels.<br />
The sender is responsible for finding out if the destination country requires any additional<br />
documentation attached to or enclosed in an Air Mail article. Destination countries may return as<br />
undeliverable any article with inaccurate or incomplete documentation. Some countries do not<br />
permit duty-payable articles in Air Mail Letters. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
All documentation is included in the weight of the article when assessing post charges.<br />
�2.4.4 – Lodgement<br />
Senders may lodge Air Mail articles at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>. For a list of articles which may be<br />
lodged in a street posting box, refer to �5.10.1.<br />
�2.4.5 – Supplementary services<br />
The <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover service is generally available with Air Mail. Senders must comply with<br />
the <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover conditions – see �3.1. In most countries, <strong>International</strong> Delivery<br />
Confirmation is available for parcels and for letters with Extra Cover – see �3.2. Refer to Section 6<br />
of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the availability and any limitations to specific countries. These services attract<br />
additional fees.<br />
�2.4.6 – Labels<br />
Senders should affix an Air Mail label (or print the words AIR MAIL/PAR AVION) in the upper left-hand<br />
corner of the address side of the article. Labels are freely available from any post office.<br />
Air Mail envelopes with coloured bars at the edges may be used only for the Air Mail service.<br />
�2.4.7 – Prepaid envelopes<br />
Prepaid Air Mail Letter envelopes are available in three sizes.<br />
Envelope Dimensions Maximum Maximum Unit of sale<br />
Weight Thickness<br />
DL 110 mm × 220 mm 50 grams 5 mm Single envelope<br />
Plain or window-face<br />
Pack of 10<br />
C5 162 mm × 229 mm 125 grams 20 mm Single envelope<br />
Pack of 10<br />
C4 324 mm × 229 mm 250 grams 20 mm Single envelope<br />
Pack of 10<br />
Prices depend on the quantity purchased. Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
For further information on this service, contact the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> call-centre on 13 13 18.<br />
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�2.5 – Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> is an additional security service for letters and documents up to 500 g<br />
only, to almost any address in the world. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the countries<br />
served.<br />
�2.5.1 – What the service offers<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> offers:<br />
� a single price to the world including envelope, postage and registration<br />
� a unique identification number for each article<br />
� proof of posting when lodged at the counter of an <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> office<br />
� a signed record of delivery in most countries.<br />
�2.5.2 – Prepaid envelopes<br />
Senders must use the special Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> prepaid envelopes, available in two sizes:<br />
Envelope Dimensions Maximum Maximum Unit of sale<br />
Weight Thickness<br />
DLE 130 mm × 240 mm<br />
To enclose a DL<br />
envelope<br />
500 grams 5 mm Single envelope<br />
B4 353 mm × 250 mm 500 grams 20 mm Single envelope<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does not accept a Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> envelope if:<br />
� the envelope is not in sound condition<br />
� the envelope is not securely sealed<br />
� the envelope bears the appearance of having been opened and resealed<br />
� the address is written in pencil or any erasable medium<br />
� the addressee is a set of initials, an acronym or a codename unless the address also contains a<br />
'care of' named addressee.<br />
�2.5.3 – Insertions<br />
No non-letter or non-document insertions of any kind are allowed.<br />
�2.5.4 – Documentation<br />
Senders must complete the declaration on the envelope. No other documentation is required.<br />
�2.5.5 – Lodgement<br />
Senders may lodge Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> envelopes:<br />
� at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
� in a street post-box, if proof of posting is not required.<br />
�2.5.6 – Proof of posting<br />
Senders who require proof of posting must lodge a Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> article at an office<br />
of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>. They receive a postmarked receipt.<br />
�2.5.7 – Proof of delivery<br />
In most countries, the person accepting delivery signs for the article. The delivery office retains the<br />
record for 6 months. In some countries, the office records the delivery but obtains no signature.<br />
�2.5.8 – Supplementary services<br />
The <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation service is available with Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> for an<br />
additional fee – refer to �3.2 – <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation. The <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover<br />
service is not available.<br />
�2.5.9 – Compensation<br />
The maximum compensation payable under <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Terms and Conditions for a Registered<br />
<strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> article is $100. Refer to �5.15 – <strong>International</strong> Compensation claims.<br />
For further information on this service, contact the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> call-centre on 13 13 18.<br />
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�2.6 – Sea Mail Parcels<br />
Sea Mail Parcels offers substantial cost savings<br />
for low-priority parcels. It offers the greatest<br />
cost savings for heavy parcels.<br />
�2.6.1 – Availability<br />
Sea Mail Parcels is available only to countries in<br />
Parcel Zones C and D. Refer to Section 6 of this<br />
<strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the countries served. Standard<br />
delivery times are 2 -3 months.<br />
�2.6.2 – Maximum weight of Parcels<br />
To most countries, the maximum weight of a Sea Mail Parcel is 20 kg. Check Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Guide</strong> for the specific maximum weight for each country.<br />
�2.6.3 – Documentation<br />
Standard customs documentation is required. The sender is responsible for finding out if the<br />
destination country requires any additional documentation attached to or enclosed in a Sea Mail<br />
Parcel. Destination countries may return as undeliverable any articles with inaccurate or incomplete<br />
documentation. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
All documentation is included in the weight of the article when assessing post charges.<br />
�2.6.4 – Lodgement<br />
Senders may lodge a Sea Mail Parcel at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>. For a list of services which may<br />
be lodged in a street posting box, refer to �5.10.1.<br />
�2.6.5 – Supplementary services<br />
The <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover service is generally available with Sea Mail Parcels. Senders must<br />
comply with the <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover conditions – see �3.1. In most countries, <strong>International</strong><br />
Delivery Confirmation is available for parcels with or without Extra Cover– see �3.2. Refer to<br />
Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the availability and any limitations to specific countries. These<br />
services attract additional fees.<br />
�2.6.6 – Labels<br />
Senders should affix a Sea Mail label (or print the words SEA MAIL) in the upper left-hand corner of<br />
the address side of the parcel. Labels are freely available from any post office.<br />
For further information on this service, contact the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> call-centre on 13 13 18.<br />
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�2.7 – <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> is the international public access<br />
service for the transmission and delivery of document<br />
facsimiles to more than 40 countries.<br />
�2.7.1 – <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> definitions<br />
PSTN<br />
PSTN is the Public Switched Telecommunications Network that provides access to:<br />
� Subscriber Trunk Dialling (STD) and local calls within <strong>Australia</strong><br />
� <strong>International</strong> Direct Dialling (IDD) for direct connection to international telephone numbers.<br />
CCITT Group 3<br />
CCITT Group 3 is the international standard for fax machines used by <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong><br />
Fax Centre<br />
A Fax Centre is an office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> or an overseas postal administration equipped with a<br />
facsimile machine and connected to the <strong>International</strong> Direct Dialling (IDD) facility.<br />
Original document<br />
An original document is a document accepted at a <strong>Post</strong> Office for facsimile transmission.<br />
Facsimile document<br />
A facsimile document is the reproduced copy of an original document after facsimile transmission.<br />
�2.7.2 – Scope of <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> is available for document transmission only via PSTN.<br />
It is not available for document transmission to:<br />
� any country that is not connected to the IDD network – refer to the White Pages telephone<br />
directory<br />
� any mobile telephone served by either an <strong>Australia</strong>n-based or an overseas-based network<br />
� any satellite telecommunications network – such as INMARSAT, which provides telephone<br />
connection to ships at sea.<br />
�2.7.3 – Maximum document size<br />
<strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> transmits documents up to B4 size – 250 mm × 353 mm.<br />
�2.7.4 – Original document quality<br />
The original document:<br />
� must have a margin on all sides of at least 10 mm<br />
� if a multi-page document, should have pages sequentially numbered<br />
� must be capable of satisfactory reproduction – for example, white paper containing bold black<br />
type or graphics, or handwriting and drawings in black ink.<br />
Some colours (particularly some shades of blue) do not reproduce well. If Fax Centre staff have<br />
doubts about the reproductive quality of a document, they should endorse the transmittal sheet<br />
TRANSMITTED AT SENDER'S RISK, and ask the sender to sign the endorsement.<br />
�2.7.5 – Document contents<br />
Fax Centre staff may refuse a document for transmission if it contains material that a reasonable<br />
person could regard as offensive or defamatory or as material that could be used to menace or harass<br />
another person.<br />
�2.7.6 – Over-the-counter Lodgement<br />
Senders can lodge an original document over the counter at any <strong>Post</strong> Office. They must accept the<br />
terms and conditions by completing a transmittal sheet, which the <strong>Post</strong> Office transmits with the<br />
document.<br />
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�2.7.7 – Transmission options<br />
A Fax Centre may transmit an original document:<br />
� to an overseas Fax Centre for onward delivery to the addressee – refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Guide</strong> for those countries that operate Fax Centres<br />
� to a private CCITT Group 3 fax machine located in any country connected to the IDD network.<br />
Transmissions to private fax machines<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> reserves the right to refuse or discontinue further transmission attempts to a private<br />
fax machine if:<br />
� the destination facsimile machine is not accessible via the PSTN<br />
� contact with the nominated number is not established after three dialling attempts<br />
� connection to the nominated number cannot be maintained for long enough to transmit the<br />
complete document<br />
� the destination fax machine does not meet CCITT Group 3 standards.<br />
�2.7.8 – Delivery options<br />
The sender must nominate the method of delivery on the transmittal sheet at the time of lodging the<br />
document. The delivery options for a facsimile document depend on the delivery methods offered<br />
by the overseas postal service. These generally include:<br />
� over the counter to a recipient who provides suitable identification – if the transmittal sheet<br />
includes a telephone number, the overseas Fax Centre usually notifies the recipient of the<br />
document's arrival<br />
� by post<br />
� by special messenger or whatever express delivery service is available at the destination<br />
� by onward transmission to a private fax machine.<br />
�2.7.9 – Payment options<br />
The sender pays for the Fax<strong>Post</strong> service when the Fax Centre accepts the document:<br />
� in cash, or<br />
� by a debit to an approved credit card, debit card, or <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> charge account.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> staff may refuse to offer the <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> service if the customer offers to<br />
pay on credit terms and staff believe that <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may not receive subsequent payment.<br />
�2.7.10 – Return of original document<br />
The sender may request the return of the original document:<br />
� by collection from the Fax Centre, or<br />
� by ordinary post, free of charge.<br />
If the sender makes no request for the return of the original document, the Fax Centre destroys the<br />
document after two months.<br />
�2.7.11 – Liability of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
In relation to the <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong> service, subject to the provisions of the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Terms and Conditions, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> is not liable for:<br />
� any defamation or infringement of copyright<br />
� any loss or damage of any kind (including but not limited to direct and consequential loss)<br />
resulting from any act or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, by or on behalf of <strong>Australia</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong>.<br />
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�2.8 – <strong>International</strong> Contract Business<br />
<strong>International</strong> Contract Business offers a flexible range of services to business customers dealing with<br />
overseas countries.<br />
�2.8.1 – Key services<br />
The major services of <strong>International</strong> Contract Business are:<br />
� Express Courier <strong>International</strong><br />
� Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letters and Parcels<br />
� Air Mail.<br />
�2.8.2 – Supplementary services<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> can tailor <strong>International</strong> Contract Business to the particular needs of individual<br />
businesses to provide pick-up, processing with minimal paperwork and reduced costs. These services<br />
can result in enhanced delivery times.<br />
�2.8.3 –<strong>International</strong> Contract Business agreements<br />
Businesses can qualify for a business agreement when they regularly send their international<br />
despatches through <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>. <strong>International</strong> Contract Business services and prices are flexible.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> can tailor agreements to suit most business needs.<br />
�2.8.4 – Who to call<br />
For further information, call an <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> consultant on 13 11 18.<br />
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�2.9 – <strong>International</strong> Reply Paid (IRP)<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Paid (IRP) is available only to permit holders. It stimulates response to<br />
international mailings by allowing recipients to return a postcard or Air Mail Letter free of post<br />
charges in their own country. The permit holder pays the postage in <strong>Australia</strong> on receiving the<br />
response.<br />
�2.9.1 – Countries served<br />
IRP is available world-wide.<br />
�2.9.2 – Basis of IRP charges<br />
The charge for the IRP service has two components:<br />
� a one-off IRP permit application fee<br />
� a delivery charge for each IRP article.<br />
Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665) for the current scale of charges.<br />
�2.9.3 – Applications for an IRP permit<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> State Sales Departments hold copies of the IRP Permit Application. Each permit is<br />
valid for only a single name and <strong>Australia</strong>n address. Each permit has a unique permit number that<br />
must appear on each IRP article.<br />
�2.9.4 – Validity of an IRP permit<br />
Each IRP permit is valid for the delivery of IRP articles to the permit holder until cancelled.<br />
Cancellation by the permit holder<br />
A permit holder may cancel an IRP permit by giving one month's written notice to <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
Cancellation by <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may cancel an IRP permit by giving seven day's written notice to the permit holder if<br />
the permit holder:<br />
� is in breach of the IRP permit conditions<br />
� becomes or is in jeopardy of becoming insolvent<br />
� being a company, passes a resolution or a court makes an order that the company shall be wound<br />
up or if a receiver or manager on behalf of a creditor shall be appointed or if circumstances shall<br />
arise which entitles a court or creditor to appoint a receiver or manager.<br />
Transfer of an IRP permit<br />
Permit holders may transfer an IRP permit to another person or organisation only with the prior<br />
written approval of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
�2.9.5 – IRP article specification<br />
Permit holders provide their own IRP postal stationery, which must conform to the following design<br />
specifications.<br />
Size and weight of an IRP article<br />
An IRP article may be a postcard or an Air Mail Letter envelope, subject to the special dimensions<br />
shown in the table.<br />
Dimension Maximum Minimum<br />
Length 235 mm ± 2 mm 138 mm<br />
Width 120 mm ± 2 mm 88 mm<br />
Thickness 5 mm 250 µm ± 20 µm (<strong>Post</strong>cards)<br />
Weight 50 grams –<br />
Colour of stock<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> recommends white stock for postcards and envelopes, but light tints or half-tones are<br />
satisfactory. Refer to the Letter <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> – L9.1.5 – Envelope colour – for acceptable colour tones<br />
from the Pantone Matching System.<br />
Colour of printing<br />
All printed matter on the postcard or envelope must be a dark colour. <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> prohibits vivid<br />
colours or ink containing phosphorescent dyes.<br />
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Layout of the address-side of an IRP article<br />
The diagram shows the layout of the address-side of an IRP article. All dimensions are in<br />
millimetres. Permit holders must strictly observe this layout to prevent assessment overseas as<br />
underpaid mail. The shaded 15 mm bands in the diagram indicate those areas that must contain no<br />
printing. Do not duplicate the shading.<br />
3<br />
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Y AIR MAIL<br />
IBRS/CCRI NO.<br />
B<br />
Delivery Address:<br />
PO Box 6422<br />
ST KILDA RD CENTRAL VIC 3004<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
REPLY PAID / REPONSE PAYEE<br />
AUSTRALIA / AUSTRALIE<br />
1312022222121130202111000001333333333330000303020313<br />
The Business Connection<br />
Reply Paid 6422<br />
ST KILDA RD CENTRAL VIC 3004<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
NE PAS AFFRANCHIR<br />
NO STAMP REQUIRED<br />
15 15<br />
1 <strong>Post</strong>age zone<br />
The postage zone contains the NE PAS AFFRANCHIR/NO STAMP REQUIRED indicator illustrated.<br />
It is 5 mm from both the top and right-hand edges of the article.<br />
40<br />
NE PAS AFFRANCHIR<br />
NO STAMP REQUIRED<br />
30<br />
2 Address zone<br />
The address zone is at least 15 mm from both the right-hand edge and the bottom of the article. The<br />
IRP logo is 5 mm from the top of the address zone. It has the dimensions illustrated.<br />
80<br />
REPLY PAID / REPONSE PAYEE<br />
AUSTRALIA / AUSTRALIE<br />
14 20<br />
The logo wording is in BOLD UPPER CASE characters not less than 4 mm in height.<br />
Format of address<br />
The name and address, as specified in the permit, appears below the logo and parallel to it.<br />
The layout and typeface of the address is that specified in the Letter <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and must include<br />
the barcode. The second last line of the address contains the town, state abbreviation and postcode<br />
separated by no more than two spaces with no punctuation. The last line of the address is<br />
AUSTRALIA in UPPER CASE letters with no other words or punctuation.<br />
5<br />
5<br />
5<br />
15<br />
1<br />
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3 Service zone<br />
The service zone is at least 15 mm from both the address zone and the bottom of the article. It<br />
extends to the top of the article.<br />
The words PAR AVION and BY AIR MAIL appear in the top-left hand corner of the service zone.<br />
Immediately beneath is the IRP permit number.<br />
This is printed as IBRS/CCRI NO. [IRP permit number].<br />
Advertising<br />
Permit holders may include advertising material in the service zone if:<br />
� it extends no further than 40 mm from the top edge of the envelope or postcard<br />
� it does not mimic the horizontal lines of the IRP logo<br />
� it contains no address either complete or partial.<br />
Layout of the reverse-side of an IRP article<br />
The words MAXIMUM PERMITTED WEIGHT: 50 GRAMS must appear on the back of all envelopes.<br />
This is not necessary for postcards.<br />
The back of an envelope may contain advertising provided this does not include another address and<br />
is at least 15 mm above the base of the envelope.<br />
�2.10 – <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupons<br />
The overseas recipient of an <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupon can redeem it for stamps to pay postage on<br />
a replying letter.<br />
�2.10.1 – Availability<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Coupons are available world-wide.<br />
�2.10.2 – Method of operation<br />
The sender purchases an <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupon and encloses it in an <strong>International</strong> Letter or<br />
Parcel. The addressee redeems the coupon at their local post office and receives postage stamps in<br />
return.<br />
�2.10.3 – Value of an <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupon<br />
The recipient of an <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupon may redeem it for postage stamps to the value of<br />
the minimum postage payable on an Air Mail Letter to any country in the world. Some countries<br />
redeem <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupons for postal stationery.<br />
In <strong>Australia</strong>, a holder of an <strong>International</strong> Reply Coupon may redeem it at any office of <strong>Australia</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong>. They receive a stamp or stamps to the value of the postage for an Air Mail Letter up to 50 g at<br />
the Rest of the World rate – refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
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�2.11 – <strong>International</strong> Money Orders<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> sells Western Union <strong>International</strong> Money Orders as an agent of Integrated Payment<br />
Systems Inc., of Englewood Colorado USA.<br />
�2.11.1 – Currency<br />
Western Union <strong>International</strong> Money Orders are available only in US dollars. The money orders are<br />
not cashable at a post office either in <strong>Australia</strong> or overseas.<br />
�2.11.2 – Amount<br />
Western Union <strong>International</strong> Money Orders may be for any amount up to $US1,000. Customers may<br />
purchase more than one money order at the same time.<br />
�2.11.3 – Acceptance of money orders<br />
The acceptance of <strong>International</strong> Money Orders in any country is subject to that country’s foreign<br />
currency laws. These $US money orders are only recommended for payments to the USA and must<br />
be deposited into a bank account. The normal bank clearance periods for such items in the<br />
destination country apply. Banks outside the USA treat these money orders as a foreign currency<br />
deposit and will use the exchange rate of the day to convert from US dollars to the local currency.<br />
Banks also charge fees for handling foreign currency deposits. These fees vary from bank to bank<br />
and neither <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> nor Western Union has control over their size. For example, banks outside<br />
the USA commonly charge the equivalent of $US25 or more for handling foreign currency deposits,<br />
and clearance of funds can take two or three weeks depending on the country and bank involved.<br />
The level of these bank fees makes it inappropriate to use <strong>International</strong> Money Orders to<br />
send small amounts (eg. les than $US150) to countries other than the USA.<br />
You can obtain further information at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
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SECTION 3 – SUPPLEMENTARY SERVICES<br />
�3.1 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover provides:<br />
� proof of posting by a receipt issued for each article with Extra Cover lodged at a post office<br />
counter<br />
� cover up to $5,000, depending on the destination country, the service used, and the value of the<br />
articles sent<br />
� signature of addressee or agent on delivery.<br />
�3.1.1 – Availability<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover is generally available for an additional fee in conjunction with Express<br />
Courier <strong>International</strong>, Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels, Air Mail Parcels and Sea Mail Parcels.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the services in which it is available to each country.<br />
�3.1.2 – Extra Cover value<br />
The Extra Cover value of an article must not exceed the lesser of:<br />
� the replacement cost of the article based on its market value<br />
� the Extra Cover value limit shown in the table below.<br />
Service Extra Cover value limit<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> $5,000 to all countries serviced<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> -<br />
Parcels<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> -<br />
Letters<br />
$5,000 to all countries serviced<br />
Extra Cover not available<br />
Air Mail Country-dependent<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover not available<br />
Sea Mail Parcels Country-dependent<br />
�3.1.3 –Lodgement<br />
Senders must lodge all articles with Extra Cover at a <strong>Post</strong> Office counter and complete an application<br />
form in a non-erasable medium (not pencil). The sender must write the Extra Cover value in<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n dollars on the form in words (Roman characters – A, B, C, … a, b, c, …) and figures<br />
(Arabic numerals –1, 2, 3, …) with no alterations or erasures. The post office issues a receipt, which<br />
the sender should keep for any subsequent enquiry.<br />
�3.1.4 – Articles that must have Extra Cover<br />
Senders must obtain Extra Cover for all valuable items – refer to �1.4 for a definition. Some<br />
countries do not accept valuable items. Some countries do not accept valuable items in the Express<br />
Courier <strong>International</strong> or Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels service, even if they have Extra Cover.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
�3.1.5 – Documentation<br />
Senders must complete the appropriate customs and lodgement documentation for all articles with<br />
Extra Cover.<br />
�3.1.6 – Make up of Extra Cover articles<br />
All Extra Cover articles must be securely packed and sealed. In particular:<br />
� labels and postage stamps must not cover an edge of the envelope or packaging<br />
� no label may be affixed, other than those required for postal carriage<br />
� envelopes, when used, must be in one piece and must not be transparent or contain a transparent<br />
panel<br />
� valuable items should be separately wrapped in strong internal packaging before insertion in the<br />
article<br />
� any adhesive tape used to close the article must bear the name or signature of the sender.<br />
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�3.1.7 – Delivery confirmation<br />
The <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation service is available with the <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover<br />
service and attracts an additional fee – refer to �3.2 – <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation.<br />
�3.1.8 – Extra Cover claims<br />
For how to make an Extra Cover claim, refer to �5.16 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claims.<br />
�3.2 – <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation<br />
To receive an <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation, the sender completes an <strong>International</strong> Delivery<br />
Confirmation card that <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> despatches with the international article. On delivery of the<br />
article, the overseas postal administration obtains the signature of the addressee or his or her agent<br />
on the card. The overseas postal administration then endorses the card with a postmark and returns<br />
it to the sender, normally by Air Mail.<br />
�3.2.1 – Availability<br />
<strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation is available in conjunction with:<br />
� Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
� the <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover service.<br />
In addition, some countries provide <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation in conjunction with<br />
Air Mail Parcels or Sea Mail Parcels. This service is not available with ECI or EPI - Parcels. Refer to<br />
Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
�3.2.2 – Lodgement<br />
Senders must lodge all <strong>International</strong> Delivery Confirmation articles at a <strong>Post</strong> Office counter and<br />
complete their own address details on the card supplied by <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>. The address must be<br />
written in a non-erasable medium (not pencil) in Roman characters (A, B, C, … a, b, c …) and<br />
Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3, …).<br />
The card accompanies the article to the overseas delivery post office. The card is included in the<br />
weight of the article when assessing post charges.<br />
�3.2.3 – Addressee in person<br />
Most countries deliver only to the person named in the address if the sender specifically requests it.<br />
The sender should endorse the address side of the article ADDRESSEE ONLY or similar words in the<br />
language of the destination country. If no such words appear, general delivery conditions apply.<br />
For further information on this service- contact the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> call-centre on 13 13 18.<br />
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SECTION 4 – SPECIAL SERVICES<br />
�4.1 – Articles for the blind<br />
Certain letters and parcels for the blind attract<br />
concessional rates in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>, subject<br />
to the conditions below.<br />
�4.1.1 – Scope<br />
The concessional rates for articles for the blind apply<br />
to Sea Mail Parcels to Parcel Zones C and D and to<br />
Air Mail services to all countries.<br />
�4.1.2 – Charges<br />
Sea Mail Parcels are free of charge.<br />
Air Mail rates are in the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet<br />
(8833665).<br />
�4.1.3 – Maximum weight of parcels<br />
To attract the concessional rate, parcels must not<br />
exceed 7 kg.<br />
�4.1.4 – Eligible contents<br />
The following items are eligible for inclusion in<br />
letters or parcels:<br />
� correspondence or documents embossed in<br />
8835189<br />
raised characters as used by the blind – that is,<br />
Braille or Moon<br />
� an aid for the teaching of Braille to the blind<br />
� a plate for embossing literature for the blind<br />
� special paper intended solely for the blind<br />
� any form of speech recording for the use of the blind.<br />
An article that contains any other item not in this list is not eligible for the concessional rate.<br />
�4.1.5 – Make up<br />
To attract the concessional rate, the article:<br />
� must bear the label (8835189) as illustrated (52 mm × 65 mm) affixed to the address side of the<br />
article<br />
� must bear the words MATERIAL FOR THE USE OF THE BLIND, or similar, on the address side of the<br />
article.<br />
� must not be sealed against inspection.<br />
�4.1.6 – Addressing<br />
To attract the concessional rate, the article must bear the name and address of both the sender and<br />
addressee. At least one of these must be:<br />
� a blind person, or<br />
� an institution or organisation recognised by <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> as an institution or organisation which<br />
is both organised and operated for the primary purpose of serving the needs of the blind.<br />
Refer to Section 5 of the Letter <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for a list of recognised <strong>Australia</strong>n institutions and<br />
organisations.<br />
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�4.2 – Defence Forces mail<br />
Standard <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> charges and<br />
conditions apply to all articles addressed to<br />
members of the Defence Forces serving<br />
overseas, except as specified below.<br />
�4.2.1 – Eligibility for within-<strong>Australia</strong> post charges<br />
The following categories of mail addressed to <strong>Australia</strong>n Defence Force personnel overseas are<br />
eligible for within-<strong>Australia</strong> post charges and conditions:<br />
� official Naval mail<br />
� articles addressed to or from a member of the Defence Forces serving on board an HMA ship<br />
overseas<br />
� articles addressed to or from a member of the Defence Forces at an AFPO (<strong>Australia</strong>n Forces<br />
<strong>Post</strong> Office).<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> assesses all post charges for delivery to the <strong>International</strong> Mail Centre in NSW.<br />
If a member of the Defence Forces overseas is neither on board an HMA ship nor at an AFPO,<br />
standard <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> charges and conditions apply.<br />
�4.2.2 – Registered <strong>Post</strong> and Extra Cover<br />
Within-<strong>Australia</strong> Registered <strong>Post</strong> and Extra Cover services are available to mail addressed to an HMA<br />
ship or an AFPO in accordance with �4.2.5 – Addressing. The service is provided from point of<br />
lodgement through to receipt at the Defence Force facility in New South Wales 2890.<br />
�4.2.3 – Customs documentation<br />
HMA ships<br />
Articles addressed to an HMA ship do not need a customs declaration.<br />
AFPO<br />
Articles addressed to an AFPO, other than letters containing only correspondence or documents,<br />
require a customs declaration.<br />
�4.2.4 – Prohibitions and restrictions<br />
The prohibitions and restrictions for each country in Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> also apply to<br />
articles posted to an HMA ship or AFPO located in that country.<br />
�4.2.5 – Addressing<br />
To attract within-<strong>Australia</strong> post charges, senders must address mail as shown below.<br />
To an HMA ship overseas To an AFPO<br />
[Serial No.] [Rank] [Name]<br />
[Serial No.] [Rank] [Name]<br />
HMA [Name of ship]<br />
[Name of unit]<br />
WARSHIPS<br />
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCES NSW 2890<br />
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AFPO [Number of AFPO]<br />
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCES NSW 2890<br />
�4.2.6 – Contents and packaging<br />
Articles sent to an HMA ship overseas or an AFPO could be subject to extreme climatic conditions<br />
over a lengthy delivery period. Do not include perishable articles that are likely to deteriorate or<br />
liquefy before delivery.<br />
Ensure that all items are well packed and protected. Refer to �5.6 – Contents and Packaging.<br />
All conditions of the Dangerous and Prohibited Goods and Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> apply to postal<br />
articles addressed to an HMA ship or an AFPO. <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> prohibits matches of any kind in the<br />
post.
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SECTION 5 –<br />
INTERNATIONAL POST – GENERAL PROVISIONS<br />
�5.1 – Scope of the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
The conditions of the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> apply to all places outside <strong>Australia</strong> except:<br />
� <strong>Australia</strong>n Antarctic Territories TAS 7150<br />
� Christmas Island (Indian Ocean) WA 6798<br />
� Cocos (Keeling) Islands WA 6799<br />
� Norfolk Island NSW 2899.<br />
Within-<strong>Australia</strong> conditions of service generally apply to these places. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Guide</strong> for specific exceptions. Also, refer to �5.4 – Customs regulations for the requirement for<br />
customs documentation.<br />
The following places are within <strong>Australia</strong>:<br />
� Lord Howe Island NSW 2898<br />
� Territory of Heard Island TAS 7150<br />
� McDonald Island TAS 7150<br />
�5.2 – <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> and GST<br />
Unless indicated otherwise, <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> charges are GST-free – refer to <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet<br />
(8833665).<br />
GST-free postage stamps<br />
A range of specially designed GST-free postage stamps is available for international mail.<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age meters and franking machines<br />
If you use a postage meter or a franking machine to apply postage to international mail or domestic<br />
stamps, you must apply postage at 10% above the rate published in the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665)<br />
to offset the input tax credits you may claim.<br />
�5.3 – Universal <strong>Post</strong>al Union (UPU)<br />
Most countries, including <strong>Australia</strong>, are members of the Universal <strong>Post</strong>al Union (UPU), which is a<br />
United Nations agency that guarantees freedom of transit for postal articles between member<br />
countries.<br />
�5.3.1 – UPU regulations<br />
Most regulations that govern the carriage of articles in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> are contained in two<br />
documents:<br />
� the UPU Convention, which covers the carriage of letters<br />
� the UPU <strong>Post</strong>al Parcels Agreement, which covers the carriage of parcels.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> is a signatory to the Convention.<br />
�5.3.2 – Exceptions<br />
Some countries find themselves unable to participate fully in all services defined by the UPU<br />
Convention and the UPU <strong>Post</strong>al Parcels Agreement. Some countries operate certain services with<br />
restrictions. Consequently, postal services to places outside <strong>Australia</strong> are not uniform. Refer to<br />
Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for the specific conditions for each country.<br />
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�5.4 – Customs regulations<br />
The customs regulations outlined in this section apply to all <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> destinations and:<br />
� Christmas Island (Indian Ocean) WA 6798<br />
� Cocos (Keeling) Islands WA 6799<br />
� Norfolk Island NSW 2899<br />
� <strong>Australia</strong>n Antarctic Territories TAS 7150<br />
�5.4.1 – Customs documentation<br />
The customs documentation that is required for postal articles sent from <strong>Australia</strong> depends on the<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> service used and the contents of the article.<br />
Service Contents Required documentation<br />
Merchandise for sale ECI Airway Bill (8832731) and a<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong><br />
– with or without Extra Cover<br />
Documents or merchandise not<br />
for sale<br />
commercial invoice where<br />
required.<br />
ECI Airway Bill (8832731)<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> –<br />
Parcels<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> -<br />
Letters<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> Written correspondence or<br />
documents – see �1.1.2<br />
Air Mail Letters<br />
- without Extra Cover<br />
Parcels<br />
– without Extra Cover<br />
Sea Mail<br />
Air Mail Letters and<br />
Parcels in any service<br />
– with Extra Cover<br />
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Merchandise for sale Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Airway Bill (8839431) and a<br />
commercial invoice where<br />
required<br />
Documents not for sale Signed declaration on envelope<br />
No contents – <strong>Post</strong>cards or<br />
Aerogrammes<br />
Written correspondence or<br />
documents<br />
Signed declaration on envelope<br />
No customs form required<br />
No customs form required<br />
Up to $500 in value CN22 (8832667)<br />
More than $500 in value CP72 (8832659)<br />
Up to 2 kg in weight and up to<br />
$500 in value<br />
CN22 (8832667)<br />
More than 2 kg in weight CP72 (8832659)<br />
More than $500 in value CP72 (8832659)<br />
Up to 2 kg in weight and up to<br />
$500 in value<br />
CN22 (8832667)<br />
More than 2 kg in weight CP72 (8832659)<br />
More than $500 in value CP72 (8832659)<br />
Any CP74 (8832661)<br />
Up to $500 in value CN22 (8832667) attached to<br />
address label<br />
Print<strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags (M bags) More than $500 in value CP72 (8832659) attached to<br />
address label<br />
Extra Cover items containing valuable articles<br />
If an article with Extra Cover contains valuable items, the sender may omit the normal detailed<br />
description of the contents in which the sender does not wish to disclose on the Customs<br />
Declaration attached to the article. However, the sender must insert inside the article another<br />
Customs Declaration with full descriptions and values.
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�5.4.2 – Articles more than $2,000 in value<br />
The <strong>Australia</strong>n Customs Service (ACS) requires senders (exporters) of goods $2,000 and over in<br />
value in a single consignment to register the goods with ACS for export. Senders must obtain an<br />
Export Declaration number (EDN). For the purpose of this regulation, a single consignment is one<br />
or more postal articles sent at or about the same time from one person or organisation to the same<br />
consignee overseas. In addition, other articles requiring an EDN (regardless of value) are: goods<br />
requiring a permit; goods subject to a drawback claim; or customable/excisable goods.<br />
Manual registration<br />
Senders must use ACS form B957 to declare goods for export manually. This can be submitted at a<br />
Customs office or Key<strong>Post</strong> authorised <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> outlet (Key<strong>Post</strong> locations are available on<br />
www.auspost.com.au/keypost or 13 13 18). <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> will accept relevant articles for<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> only if the sender presents the B957 form with an EDN endorsed by the ACS, at<br />
the time of lodgement.<br />
Electronic registration<br />
Senders may declare goods for export electronically. The ACS allocates an EDN that the sender<br />
must quote on lodgement. For further details on how to lodge electronic declarations with Customs,<br />
visit www.customs.gov.au.<br />
�5.4.3 – Export controls<br />
Certain items for export, irrespective of value, are subject to export controls that require the issue of<br />
a permit – refer to Section 4 of the Dangerous and Prohibited Goods and Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
(8833729). <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> cannot accept such items in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> unless the sender<br />
produces the appropriate export permit.<br />
�5.4.4 – Dutiable or prohibited goods received from overseas<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may open for inspection by a Customs officer any article received from overseas if the<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n Customs Service suspects the article contains:<br />
� goods liable for customs duty or taxes, or<br />
� prohibited goods.<br />
Payment of customs duty<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does not release dutiable goods for delivery until the addressee pays the customs duty.<br />
Disposal of dutiable and prohibited items<br />
If the addressee refuses to pay customs duty or if the contents of an article are prohibited, <strong>Australia</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong> treats the article as undeliverable and either returns the article to sender, if appropriate, or<br />
disposes of the article and its contents in accordance with the relevant Commonwealth law.<br />
�5.4.5 – Demurrage<br />
Demurrage may be charged for the storage of articles received from overseas that are subject to<br />
Customs clearance and remain undelivered at an <strong>International</strong> Mail facility for longer than 96 hours<br />
(excluding weekends and public holidays) after the posting of a notice to the addressee.<br />
The date from which demurrage charges commence appears on the notice sent to the addressee.<br />
Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665) for the scale of demurrage charges.<br />
No fault or negligence<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may waive demurrage for any period for which the delivery delay was due to some<br />
cause other than the fault or negligence of the sender, the addressee, or any person acting for either<br />
of them. This waiver does not apply to a delay in producing an invoice, a description of contents, or<br />
any other document required by the ACS.<br />
Addressees on board ship<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does not charge demurrage on articles addressed to a person on board a ship.<br />
Undeliverable articles<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> cancels demurrage if it returns the article to the country of origin as undeliverable.<br />
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�5.4.6 – Quarantine Requirements – imported goods<br />
The <strong>Australia</strong>n Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) is responsible for quarantine operations<br />
throughout <strong>Australia</strong>. Its main role is to prevent the entry of dangerous pests and diseases that could<br />
affect plant, animal and human health, as well as <strong>Australia</strong>’s unique natural environment.<br />
Import restrictions and prohibitions apply to many foodstuffs and biological substances. Some items<br />
may be admissible subject to an import permit from AQIS. It is advisable to contact AQIS before<br />
seeking to import any of the following:<br />
� Fresh fruit and vegetables<br />
� Eggs, milk, cheese and dairy products<br />
� Fish, meats and meat products<br />
� Seeds, soil and plant material.<br />
For further information, within <strong>Australia</strong> call 1800 020 504 (free call), contact the nearest AQIS<br />
office or visit the AQIS Internet site at http://www.aqis.gov.au.<br />
�5.5 – Addressing<br />
The address on an <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article must be written:<br />
� in English, or a language acceptable in the country of destination may also be used in addition to<br />
English<br />
� lengthwise on the right-hand side of the address side of an article.<br />
�5.5.1 – Destination Country<br />
The destination country of the address should be:<br />
� written in UPPER CASE letters by itself on the last line of the address with no punctuation or<br />
underlining<br />
� in the language and spelling as defined in Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>, which is the language and<br />
spelling authorised by the United Nations.<br />
Country names in other formats could cause problems to postal administrations in transit.<br />
�5.5.2 – <strong>Post</strong>code<br />
The location of the postcode is not the same in all countries. For example, in some countries such as<br />
Finland and Germany, the postcode always precedes the name of the city or town. If a country uses<br />
postcodes, senders should try to ascertain the correct place for that country's postcode from the<br />
addressee.<br />
�5.5.3 – Sender's address on Letters<br />
Items sent from <strong>Australia</strong> may bear only one sender’s address and this must be an <strong>Australia</strong>n address.<br />
This includes all letters , packets and parcels lodged for overseas delivery and items which are lodged<br />
in <strong>Australia</strong> as part of an international bulk mailing.<br />
�5.6 – Contents and packaging<br />
Parcels sent overseas can suffer extremes of climate for longer periods than in the domestic mail.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may refuse to accept Parcels in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> if, in the opinion of post office<br />
staff, the article is inadequately packed or the contents are likely to become offensive.<br />
�5.6.1 – Definition of adequate packaging<br />
The payment of a compensation or Extra Cover claim for a Parcel depends on the use of adequate<br />
packaging. <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> approves the range of <strong>Post</strong>pak protective products as adequate packaging.<br />
For the range and prices of <strong>Post</strong>pak products, refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665).<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may refuse to accept a parcel, even if the sender uses a <strong>Post</strong>pak product, if:<br />
� the <strong>Post</strong>pak product is inappropriate to its contents and is used or fastened incorrectly<br />
� the <strong>Post</strong>pak product has been used previously<br />
� the contents are fragile – such as fine glassware, clay figures, soapstone, or alabaster – and are<br />
inadequately protected by sufficient internal shock-absorbing material, such as <strong>Post</strong>pak Bubblewrap<br />
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� the contents are likely to perish or become physically offensive during the ordinary course of<br />
carriage<br />
� <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> has specific packaging requirements for the contents – such as liquids, poisons, and<br />
so on – and the sender has not met these requirements.<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods and Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8833729) for the <strong>Australia</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong> packaging requirements for specific goods.<br />
�5.6.2 – Special packaging requirements<br />
To some remote addresses in some countries, postal authorities need to use river transport or some<br />
other delivery method that might expose the article to the weather. Senders of articles to remote<br />
areas should take extra precautions to ensure the article (and its packaging) is not liable to damage by<br />
rain or water.<br />
Articles sent to Defence Force personnel on an HMA ship overseas or at an AFPO could be subject<br />
to extreme climatic conditions over a lengthy delivery period. Senders should take extra precautions<br />
to protect the article. Do not include perishable articles that are likely to deteriorate or liquefy before<br />
delivery.<br />
�5.7 – Restrictions<br />
The sender of a postal article overseas is responsible for obtaining any necessary permits,<br />
licences, or other essential documentation, before lodging the article with <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
�5.7.1 – Export clearance and controls<br />
The <strong>Australia</strong>n Customs Service (ACS) requires commercial goods of more than $2,000 in value to<br />
have an Export Declaration number – see �5.4.2. Some specific items require an export permit –<br />
see �5.4.3.<br />
�5.7.2 – Import restrictions by country<br />
Most countries have conditions that restrict the import of specific items in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for a list of items for which each country has import<br />
restrictions. The list is not exhaustive. Senders should obtain up-to-date information from the<br />
appropriate authority or representative of the destination country before lodging an article.<br />
A Consular List is available on the Internet at http://www.dfat.gov.au.<br />
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�5.8 – Prohibitions<br />
Certain items must not be posted in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>. The prohibitions are in three<br />
categories:<br />
1 items prohibited by the Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8833729)<br />
2 items prohibited by ECIand EPI - Parcels Terms and Conditions in addition to those in<br />
Category 1<br />
3 items prohibited by each individual destination country in addition to those in Categories 1 and 2.<br />
�5.8.1 – Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
The Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> prohibits items in nine classes. Each<br />
class is illustrated below with some examples of common substances that fall (or might fall) into the<br />
class. If you have any doubts about a particular substance, consult the Dangerous and Prohibited<br />
Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8833729) or enquire at your local post office for more details.<br />
Class 1 – Explosives<br />
Ammunition Fireworks Igniters.<br />
Class 2 – Compressed gas – flammable and non-flammable<br />
Aerosol products Carbon dioxide gas Cigarette lighters, butane.<br />
Class 3 – Flammable liquids<br />
Alcohol Flammable paint and thinners Flammable varnish removers.<br />
Class 4 – Flammable solids<br />
Magnesium, metallic Matches of all kinds Zinc powder.<br />
Class 5 – Oxidising material<br />
Adhesives, some<br />
Bleaching powders, some<br />
Dyes, hair or textile, made of<br />
organic peroxides<br />
Fibreglass repair kits.<br />
Class 6 – Poisons, including drugs and medicines<br />
Exceptionally, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> accepts drugs and medicines in prescription quantities and noninfectious<br />
perishable biological substances when packed and transmitted in the prescribed manner.<br />
For the prescribed conditions, see Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8833729).<br />
Class 7 – Radioactive materials<br />
Class 8 – Corrosives<br />
Cleaning liquids, corrosive Paint or varnish removers Thermometers, mercury filled.<br />
Class 9 – Miscellaneous<br />
Automatic weapons, or any form Cryogenic Liquird<br />
of explosives, ammunition, Magnetised materials<br />
grenades, mortar shells or<br />
canisters, or any parts of<br />
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Oiled paper<br />
Polymerisable materials<br />
Prohibition of bullion, bank notes and coins<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> prohibits bullion, bank notes and coins in all international postal articles – this<br />
includes:<br />
� all <strong>Australia</strong>n notes of whatever issue or denomination;<br />
� bank notes or currency notes of any other country<br />
� coins of either <strong>Australia</strong> or foreign currency; and<br />
� coins made from precious metals whether or not such coins have a denomination.<br />
This prohibition applies even if the destination country accepts valuables.
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�5.8.2 – Express Courier <strong>International</strong> and Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> -<br />
Parcels Regulations<br />
In addition to the items in �5.8.1, Express Courier <strong>International</strong> and Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> -<br />
Parcels Terms and Conditions prohibit:<br />
� Animals<br />
� Firearms, weapons,<br />
� Asbestos<br />
ammunition (or parts<br />
� Bees, leeches, silkworms or thereof)<br />
any other animals or living � Flick knifes<br />
organisms<br />
� Furs<br />
� Biological substances – � Hazardous or combustible<br />
infectious or non-infectious materials (as defined in<br />
� Bullion<br />
IATA regulations)<br />
� Counterfeit or pirated goods � Human and animal remains<br />
or material<br />
(including human ashes)<br />
� Coins<br />
� Ivory<br />
� Currency<br />
� Jewellery<br />
� Narcotics (illegal)<br />
� Negotiable instruments in<br />
bearer form (ie : Bank Draft<br />
– Travelers Cheques )<br />
� Perfumery products<br />
� Perishable items<br />
� Pornography<br />
� Precious metals and stones<br />
� Watches valued in excess of<br />
A$150<br />
� Precious Stones which mean all valuable natural mineral stone, silica or substances extracted from<br />
the ground, whether in their natural state, or refined, processed, set or treated, and includes semiprecious<br />
stones and any other natural or synthetic mineral, stone, silica or substance whether in a<br />
natural state, cut or uncut, refined, processed set or treated.<br />
� Property, the carriage of which is prohibited by any law, regulation or statute of any federal, state<br />
or local government or any country to or through which the shipment may be carried.<br />
Some countries prohibit valuable items (see �1.4) in the ECI or EPI – Parcels service. Most<br />
countries have specific additional prohibitions. Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
�5.8.3 – Individual country prohibitions<br />
Refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> to see what each country prohibits in addition to items in<br />
�5.8.1 and �5.8.2.<br />
�5.9 – Firearms and Firearm Parts<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does not absolutely prohibit the lodgement of firearms, and firearm parts, in the<br />
international mail. However, due to international airline restrictions such items cannot be carried by<br />
airmail and must be consigned for carriage by sea mail, subject to the lodgement conditions in<br />
�5.9.3.<br />
�5.9.1 – Definition of Firearms and Firearm Parts<br />
1. Firearms<br />
Means a device designed or adapted to discharge shots, bullets or other projectiles<br />
2. Firearm Part<br />
Means a significant component or part of a firearm, such as a gas piston, friction assembly, action<br />
bar, breech bolt or breech block, a firearm barrel, an assemble trigger mechanism, or a receiver.<br />
�5.9.2 – Prohibitions<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> absolutely prohibits the carriage of automatic weapons, or any form of explosives,<br />
ammunition, grenades, mortar shells or canisters, or any parts of any of these items through all of its<br />
services.<br />
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�5.9.3 – Lodgement<br />
Senders may only lodge firearms and firearms parts in the international mail if all of the lodgement<br />
conditions below are met:<br />
� In the Sea Mail service only<br />
� To a destination country serviced by the Sea Mail service<br />
� To a destination country which does not prohibit firearms or firearm parts in the mail<br />
� With the necessary documentation (whether required by <strong>Australia</strong>n Customs, or any other party)<br />
is completed by the sender<br />
� The article is being consigned in full compliance with <strong>Australia</strong>n law, and the law of the country<br />
of destination<br />
�5.9.4 – Additional documentation<br />
Details of the permission’s, prohibitions, restrictions and item definitions which relate to the import<br />
of firearms and firearm parts may be modified, added to, or withdrawn by individual countries at any<br />
time. Senders are responsible for making their own inquiries to ensure that they have the most up-todate<br />
information, and should always confirm that the firearms and/or firearm parts being lodged has<br />
the necessary licence or permit to enter the destination country. Failure to do so could result in the<br />
return or confiscation of these goods.<br />
�5.10 – <strong>International</strong> Mail Security Requirements<br />
Following Federal Government legislation requirements, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> requires customers to provide<br />
acceptable Photo or Signature identification when lodging <strong>International</strong> mail that requires Customs<br />
documentation. This includes all international items over 2kg.<br />
Where international mail is lodged without such identification, Federal Government requirements<br />
impose security related delays. Further, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> will not accept international mail unless the<br />
necessary customs documentation is completed and signed.<br />
These security requirements also apply to:<br />
� <strong>International</strong> Sea Mail<br />
� Mail addressed to <strong>Australia</strong>n External Territories (Christmas Islands, Cocos (Keeling) Islands,<br />
Norfolk Islands, <strong>Australia</strong>n Antarctic Territory and Territory of Heard Island and McDonald<br />
Island)<br />
� Defence Force Mail that requires customs documentation<br />
�5.10.1 – Exempt Articles<br />
The following international articles weighing no more than 500 grams are exempt from the<br />
security requirements:<br />
� An international letter that contains only written correspondence or documents, and does not<br />
require Customs Documentation<br />
� An Aerogramme or <strong>Post</strong> card<br />
� Prepaid Registered <strong>Post</strong> envelope<br />
� Prepaid ECI 500g envelope<br />
� Prepaid Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> envelope.<br />
Only exempt articles may be posted in street posting boxes (SPBs). All other international articles<br />
posted in SPBs will either incur delays or be returned to sender.<br />
Only ECI and EPI - Parcels prepaid articles (including those over 500 grams but up to 3kg) may be<br />
posted in a GOLD street posting box.<br />
�5.10.2 – Acceptable Photo or Signature Identification<br />
� Drivers Licence issued by an <strong>Australia</strong>n State or Territory (with a photograph)<br />
� Passport (with a photograph)<br />
� Government issued Identification<br />
� Bank Credit/Debit card<br />
� Tertiary Student Identification (with a photograph)<br />
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�5.11 – Redirection of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> articles<br />
�5.11.1 – General conditions<br />
Redirection before delivery<br />
Addressees in <strong>Australia</strong> can use the Mail Redirection Service to instruct <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> to redirect an<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article to another address. Refer to the <strong>Post</strong> Charges Booklet (8833665) for details<br />
and charges.<br />
Redirection after initial delivery<br />
An agent of the addressee can lodge a delivered <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article for redirection to the same<br />
addressee at another address. Additional post charges may be payable.<br />
If the article has been sent through the ECI or EPI - Parcels service, and the Senders address is in an<br />
overseas country – the article may be delayed. It is recommended that you contact the ECI/EPI<br />
Parcels national call-centre on 1800 007 678 to confirm if you can provide an overseas ‘Senders’<br />
address<br />
�5.11.2 – Redirection of <strong>International</strong> Articles<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> redirects <strong>International</strong> articles addressed originally to an <strong>Australia</strong>n address subject to<br />
the conditions in the table.<br />
Origin Place redirected to Conditions<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> Overseas The following articles originally sent by domestic<br />
services are unable to be redirected under the<br />
<strong>International</strong> Mail Redirection Service. They may<br />
be deemed undeliverable and be returned to<br />
sender:<br />
1. Articles that require customs documentation<br />
2. Registered <strong>Post</strong><br />
3. Express <strong>Post</strong><br />
4. Cash on Delivery<br />
5. Parcel <strong>Post</strong><br />
Customers are advised that articles redirected to an<br />
overseas address may be subjected to security<br />
related delays.<br />
Overseas <strong>Australia</strong> Redirected with no further postage payable.<br />
�5.12 – Withdrawal from the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
A sender who has lodged an <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article may apply to have the article withdrawn from<br />
the post and returned to the sender.<br />
�5.12.1 – General conditions<br />
The General <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> (8837578) contains the conditions for withdrawing an article from the post.<br />
Because of the potential for fraud, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> strictly observes these conditions and does not<br />
easily grant applications for withdrawal from the post. Withdrawal charges are in the <strong>Post</strong> Charges<br />
Booklet (8833665).<br />
�5.12.2 – Special conditions for Parcels<br />
A sender may not withdraw a parcel from the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> after it has left the office where<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> enclosed the parcel in a mail for international carriage.<br />
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�5.13 – Undeliverable <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> articles<br />
The following conditions apply to the return of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> articles that are undeliverable<br />
within <strong>Australia</strong>.<br />
�5.13 1 – Express Courier <strong>International</strong> and Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> -<br />
Parcels<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> returns undeliverable ECI articles and EPI - Parcels lodged in <strong>Australia</strong>, which are<br />
undeliverable overseas, to the sender free of charge, using the ECI or EPI - Parcels service.<br />
�5.13.2 – Air Mail Letters, <strong>Post</strong>cards, Greeting Cards, and Aerogrammes<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> returns undeliverable Air Mail Letters, <strong>Post</strong>cards, Greetings Cards, and Aerogrammes<br />
which are undeliverable overseas, to the sender free of charge, using the Air Mail service.<br />
�5.13.3 – Parcels<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> returns undeliverable parcels by Sea Mail to Parcel Zones C and D free of charge.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may return a parcel by Air Mail if the sender has specifically requested this on the<br />
despatch documentation and guaranteed to pay return Air Mail postage.<br />
�5.14 – Enquiries and complaints<br />
People with an enquiry or complaint about damage, delay or loss of an <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article,<br />
should contact an office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> and provide full details.<br />
�5.14.1 – Lodgement<br />
Senders or addressees may lodge enquiries or complaints:<br />
� on the enquiry form available at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
� for Express Courier <strong>International</strong> or Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels, customers can lodge<br />
their complaint through the national call-centre on 1800 007 678<br />
� by post to your State Head Office or telephone on 131318, if attendance at an office is<br />
inconvenient.<br />
�5.14.2 – Non-delivery<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> accepts an enquiry or a complaint about non-delivery of an <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article<br />
provided:<br />
� the applicant can describe the article and give sufficient lodgement details<br />
� sufficient time has elapsed to allow the article to reach its destination<br />
� the applicant can provide reasonable evidence that the article was posted and has not yet been<br />
delivered<br />
� the applicant makes the enquiry within six months of the lodgement, or 30 days in the case of<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> or Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels articles.<br />
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Action by <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> for non-delivery enquiries<br />
The table shows the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> action for <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> non-delivery enquiries.<br />
Service or type of article Origin Action taken<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong><br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> Enquiries made<br />
Overseas Enquiries made<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> Enquiries made<br />
Overseas Enquiries made<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Despatch enquiries made<br />
Search at delivery office<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Letters or Parcels<br />
– with Extra Cover<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Parcels<br />
- without Extra Cover<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Parcels up to $100 in value<br />
- without Extra Cover<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Enquiries made<br />
Search at delivery office<br />
Parcels more than $100 in value<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> Enquiries made<br />
- without Extra Cover Overseas Search at delivery office<br />
Letters<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> No search<br />
– without Extra Cover Overseas No search<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> returns undeliverable articles found in the mail to the sender, if possible.<br />
�5.14.3 – Delayed delivery<br />
Anyone making an enquiry or complaint about delayed delivery should, if possible, submit the<br />
envelope or the cover of the delayed article in the condition in which they received it.<br />
�5.14.4 – Information not to be divulged<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does not give information about postal articles, including electronic mail messages that<br />
pass through a post office, except that permitted under the <strong>Australia</strong>n <strong>Post</strong>al<br />
Corporation Act 1989.<br />
�5.15 – <strong>International</strong> Compensation claims<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> pays compensation for articles lost or damaged in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> in accordance<br />
with the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Terms and Conditions. Compensation cover extends from the time the<br />
sender lodges the article until the relevant postal administration delivers it.<br />
�5.15.1 – <strong>International</strong> Compensation claim conditions<br />
Refer to �5.17 – Compensation and Extra Cover claim conditions for specific exclusions from<br />
compensation cover and restrictions on the amount payable.<br />
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�5.15.2 – Limits of cover<br />
The table shows the upper limits of compensation cover for total loss or damage, depending on the<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> service used and the original place of lodgement.<br />
Service or type of article Origin Upper limit of cover<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> $100 for total loss or<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
damage<br />
Overseas $100 for damage<br />
Articles in any other service<br />
– without Extra Cover<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
$50 for total loss or damage<br />
$50 for damage<br />
Not payable for total loss<br />
�5.15.3 – Who may claim<br />
The claimant is the person with the sole right to claim compensation. The claimant is either the<br />
sender of the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article or the addressee. The table identifies the claimant, depending<br />
on the service, the original place of lodgement, and the type of claim. It also identifies the postal<br />
administration with which the claimant should lodge the claim.<br />
Service or type of article Origin Claim type Claimant <strong>Post</strong>al administration<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Total loss Sender <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels<br />
Damage Sender <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Total loss Sender Overseas<br />
Damage Sender Overseas<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong><br />
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Overseas<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Other articles<br />
- without Extra Cover Overseas<br />
Total loss Sender <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Damage Addressee Overseas<br />
Total loss Sender Overseas<br />
Damage Addressee <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Total loss Sender <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Damage Addressee Overseas<br />
Total loss Sender Overseas<br />
Damage Addressee <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Waiver of right to claim<br />
With Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>, the sender of an article is the claimant for loss or damage that<br />
occurs before delivery and the addressee is the claimant after delivery. The claimant may waive the<br />
right to claim compensation in favour of another person. The claimant must send written<br />
notification of the waiver to the relevant postal administration.<br />
With ECI, EPI Parcels and uninsured articles, however, the sender retains the sole right to<br />
compensation – that is, the sender cannot waive the right to claim in favour of the addressee or any<br />
other person.<br />
�5.15.4 – How and when to claim<br />
Claimants must complete a claim form, available at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>, within 6 months of<br />
the lodgement date of the article, or 30 days in the case of an ECI article or EPI – Parcels service.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> may require support for the information in the claim form with a statutory declaration<br />
and proof of identity.
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�5.15.5 – Claims for total loss<br />
The table shows the supporting documentation required for a compensation claim for total loss.<br />
Service or type of article Necessary supporting documentation<br />
ECI or EPI - Parcels The sender's copy of Lodgement Airway<br />
bill (SAP ECI 883273) or (SAP EPI<br />
8839431)<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters The SENDER TO KEEP peel-off label<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> Lodgement receipt<br />
Parcels more than $500 in value<br />
- without Extra Cover<br />
Parcels more than 2 kg in weight<br />
- without Extra Cover<br />
The sender's copy of Customer<br />
Complaint form (SAP 8832659)<br />
The sender's copy of Customer<br />
Complaint form (SAP 8832659)<br />
�5.15.6 – Claims for missing or damaged contents<br />
Addressees in <strong>Australia</strong> who receive articles with missing or damaged contents should inform<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> immediately. They must present the article, including all wrapping and packaging, for<br />
inspection. This requirement applies even if the addressee is not the claimant.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n senders of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> articles should inform the addressee that <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does<br />
not pay compensation for missing or damaged contents unless the overseas postal administration can<br />
confirm the loss or damage by inspection.<br />
�5.15.7 – Document reconstruction costs<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> offers compensation to reimburse reasonable document reconstruction<br />
costs up to the limit of $100. This covers the construction or replacement of an exact duplicate of a<br />
lost or damaged non-negotiable instrument, such as a passport, a will, or a title deed.<br />
�5.15.8 – <strong>Post</strong>age refunds<br />
When paying a compensation claim, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> refunds the value of the postage paid, excluding<br />
the registration fee.<br />
�5.16 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claims<br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover is an <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> supplementary service – refer to �3.1 – <strong>International</strong><br />
Extra Cover. It enables a sender of an <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article to purchase cover up to $5,000 as a<br />
safeguard against loss or damage to the article. <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover cover extends from the<br />
time the sender lodges the article until the relevant postal administration delivers it.<br />
�5.16.1 – <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claim conditions<br />
Refer to �5.17 – Compensation and Extra Cover claim conditions for specific exclusions from<br />
<strong>International</strong> Insurance cover and restrictions on the amount payable.<br />
�5.16.2 – Limits of cover<br />
For the limits of cover available to overseas countries, refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
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�5.16.3 – Who may claim<br />
The claimant is the person with the sole right to claim Extra Cover. The claimant is either the sender<br />
of the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article with Extra Cover or the addressee. The table identifies the claimant,<br />
depending on the service, the original place of lodgement, and the type of claim. It also identifies<br />
the postal administration with which the claimant should lodge the claim.<br />
Service or type of article Origin Claim type Claimant <strong>Post</strong>al administration<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels<br />
service<br />
– with Extra Cover<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Total loss<br />
Damage<br />
Total loss<br />
Damage<br />
Sender<br />
Sender<br />
Sender<br />
Sender<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Overseas<br />
Overseas<br />
<strong>Australia</strong><br />
Total loss Sender <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Other articles<br />
Damage Addressee Overseas<br />
– with Extra Cover Overseas<br />
Total loss Sender Overseas<br />
Damage Addressee <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
Waiver of right to claim<br />
Except for ECI and EPI - Parcels service, the claimant may waive the right to claim <strong>International</strong><br />
Extra Cover in favour of another person. The claimant must send written notification of the waiver<br />
to the relevant postal administration.<br />
�5.16.4 – How and when to claim<br />
Claimants must complete a claim form, available at any office of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong>, within 6 months of<br />
the lodgement date of the article, or 30 days in the case of ECI or EPI Parcels service. <strong>Australia</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong> may require support for the information in the claim form with a statutory declaration and<br />
proof of identity.<br />
�5.16.5 – Claims for total loss<br />
The lodgement receipt is required to support all <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claims for total loss.<br />
�5.16.6 – Claims for missing or damaged contents<br />
Addressees in <strong>Australia</strong> who receive insured articles with missing or damaged contents should inform<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> immediately. They must present the article, including all wrapping and packaging, for<br />
inspection. This requirement applies even if the addressee is not the claimant.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n senders of articles with Extra Cover should inform the addressees that <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> does<br />
not pay Extra Cover for missing or damaged contents unless the overseas postal administration can<br />
confirm the loss or damage by inspection.<br />
�5.16.7 – <strong>Post</strong>age refunds<br />
When paying an <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claim, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> refunds to the claimant the value of<br />
the postage paid, excluding any Extra Cover fee.<br />
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�5.17 – Compensation and Extra Cover claim conditions<br />
This section specifies the terms and conditions under which <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> will pay claims for:<br />
� compensation for loss or damage to articles without Extra Cover in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
� Extra Cover for loss or damage to Extra Cover articles in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>.<br />
�5.17.1 – Scope of <strong>International</strong> Compensation and Insurance<br />
Payment of compensation and <strong>International</strong> Insurance does not apply to articles carried between<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> and:<br />
� Norfolk Island NSW 2899<br />
� Christmas Island (Indian Ocean) WA 6798<br />
� Cocos (Keeling) Islands WA 6799<br />
� <strong>Australia</strong>n Antarctic Territories TAS 7151<br />
� a ship of the Royal <strong>Australia</strong>n Navy, wherever situated, provided that where a ship is outside<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n waters, articles are sent to and from the ship by closed dispatch either through an<br />
overseas postal administration or by Department of Defence personnel.<br />
In all these cases "within-<strong>Australia</strong>" conditions apply. Refer to the General <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> for within-<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> compensation and Extra Cover conditions.<br />
�5.17.2 – Exclusions from cover<br />
The <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Terms and Conditions determine the conditions under which <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> pays<br />
compensation and <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover. <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> specifically excludes the following from<br />
cover for compensation or <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover.<br />
Consequential loss<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for consequential or special damages or any indirect loss arising out<br />
of any act or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, by or on behalf of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> in relation<br />
to the carriage of an article. Such damages, losses or costs include – but are not limited to – loss of<br />
profits, interest, income, market or utility.<br />
Events beyond control<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for an article lost due to force majeure – that is, a cause beyond<br />
control, such as a natural disaster or an act of war. The sender is entitled to a refund of postage,<br />
excluding any Extra Cover fee.<br />
Physically offensive articles<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for an article that becomes physically offensive during the ordinary<br />
course of carriage.<br />
Confiscated or destroyed articles<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for an article that is confiscated or destroyed either:<br />
� under the internal legislation of the destination country, or<br />
� by customs officials or other competent authorities because of the nature of the article's<br />
contents.<br />
Prohibited articles<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for an article:<br />
� the possession of which is prohibited by or under any <strong>Australia</strong>n Commonwealth, State, or<br />
Territory law, or<br />
� is prohibited by <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> or by the destination country – refer to �5.8 – Prohibitions.<br />
Customs/Quarantine Acts<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for loss or damage which arises from the inspection or repackaging<br />
of articles without Extra Cover, as permitted by law, by Customs or Quarantine.<br />
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Valuable items<br />
Refer to �1.4 – Valuable Items for the definition of a valuable item.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for a valuable item that is:<br />
� lodged without Extra Cover<br />
� not securely packed and wrapped or in packaging that has a shape, fastening or transparency that<br />
could allow its contents to be identified<br />
� prohibited by the destination country – refer to Section 6 of this <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong><br />
� contains bullion, bank notes or currency notes, coins of any country.<br />
Fault or negligence of sender<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for an article that is lost or damaged in the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> by the<br />
fault or negligence of the sender, such as failure to adequately pack the article. A properly fastened<br />
and packed <strong>Post</strong>pak product used for the first time is deemed to be adequate packaging, except for<br />
perishable or fragile items or items that <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> requires to be packed in a specific manner.<br />
Refer to �5.6 – Contents and Packaging.<br />
Fragile items<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for damage to a fragile article that cannot reasonably be expected to<br />
travel by post – such as clay figures, soapstone or alabaster models.<br />
Delivery delays<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim for delivery delays.<br />
Misrepresentation<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> excludes any claim that relies on any misrepresentation, perceived or real, made by an<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> employee at the time of lodgement concerning:<br />
� the amount or availability of <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover or compensation, or<br />
� the time in which an <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> article may be delivered.<br />
�5.17.3 – Amount payable<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> pays compensation or Extra Cover claims to the value of whichever is the least of:<br />
� the value of contents claimed<br />
� the limit of cover as prescribed by the <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> Terms and Conditions<br />
� the actual replacement cost of lost, stolen or damaged items, as determined by market value<br />
� the repair cost of damaged items<br />
� the document reconstruction cost of the contents of a Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> article.<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> reserves the right to replace or repair a lost or damaged item instead of paying a<br />
monetary value.<br />
Reductions to amount payable<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> reduces the amount payable under a compensation or <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claim<br />
by the value of:<br />
� any unpaid Extra Cover fee<br />
� the amount of any other compensation, damages or indemnification to which the claimant is<br />
entitled – this includes the value of replacement cheques or other negotiable instruments.<br />
�5.17.4 – Title to lost items<br />
When <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> pays a compensation or <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claim for the loss of or<br />
unrepairable damage to an item, that item becomes the property of <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> unless its value<br />
exceeds the claim amount paid.<br />
�5.17.5 – Subsequent discovery of lost items<br />
If <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> discovers an item after paying a compensation or <strong>International</strong> Extra Cover claim<br />
for its loss, <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> notifies the claimant. The claimant may recover the item provided they<br />
repay the claim amount to <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> within 30 days of receiving the notice.<br />
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SECTION 6 –<br />
DESTINATION COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES<br />
�6.1 – How to use this Section<br />
How to find a country in this directory<br />
This Section contains an entry for each destination country or territory. Countries are in alphabetic<br />
order. If you cannot find a country, use the cross-reference index at �6.3 on page 291.<br />
How to read the standard services grid<br />
Each country has a standard grid to show the availability of <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> services. The top part<br />
of the grid shows the main <strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> services described in Section 2.<br />
The left-hand side of the grid refers to letters up to 500 g. The right-hand side refers to parcels – that<br />
is, over-size letters and any article heavier than 500 g.<br />
This is the country name.<br />
Countries are in alphabetic order.<br />
POST-TO-LAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery: Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � �<br />
Each row shows<br />
an <strong>International</strong><br />
<strong>Post</strong> service.<br />
This is a guide to delivery time.<br />
See �1.8 – Usual delivery<br />
time.<br />
� means the service is fully available to the country.<br />
� means the service is not available to the country.<br />
1 means that you should refer to the numbered note<br />
below the grid for limitations or special conditions<br />
on the service to the country.<br />
These are the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> charging zones that<br />
apply to the country.<br />
Letters Parcels<br />
If the service is<br />
available, this column<br />
shows the maximum<br />
weight for parcels in<br />
the service.<br />
If Extra Cover is available in the service,<br />
the maximum Extra Cover value is in one<br />
column for letters and another for parcels.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Before posting, senders should always confirm that goods described in this section have the<br />
necessary licence or permit to enter the destination country. Failure to do so could result in the<br />
return or confiscation of the goods.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Special documentation includes invoices, certificates or any special addressing needs of the country.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
See �5.8 for general prohibitions. This section lists other items the country specifically prohibits.<br />
Further information<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> has used information from postal administrations to compile this Section. Each<br />
county’s trade consul has up-to-date information. Consular contacts are on the Internet at<br />
http://www.dfat.gov.au.<br />
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AFGHANISTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 4–6 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from the Afghanistan authorities before posting:<br />
Confectionery<br />
Fountain pens<br />
Pencils, propelling<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Playing cards<br />
Saccharine<br />
Spectacles and sunglasses<br />
Tobacco products<br />
Watches.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>,<br />
Afghanistan prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Carpets<br />
Cloth, fine<br />
Clothing<br />
Decorative articles made of nonprecious<br />
metals<br />
Fragile items<br />
Handbags, ladies'<br />
Plants<br />
Printed matter prejudicial to<br />
public order or offensive to<br />
religion or morality<br />
Textiles<br />
Toys.
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ALBANIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Durres<br />
Elbasan<br />
Fier<br />
Gjirokastra<br />
Kavaja<br />
Korca<br />
Kruja<br />
Lushja<br />
Pogradec<br />
Saranda<br />
Shkodra<br />
Tiran<br />
Vlora<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from the Albanian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Plants and plant products Used items, unless a legacy or<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Professional instruments sent by a person intending to<br />
Medicines, unless for a sick Scientific or medical-purpose settle permanently in Albania.<br />
person or family member items<br />
Special documentation<br />
All Parcels must include an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Commercial goods<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice, a Certificate of Origin, and the necessary permit.<br />
Articles with a false declaration of contents are confiscated.<br />
Legacy items<br />
Items arising from a legacy must include an official legacy document.<br />
Medicines<br />
Medicines for a sick person or family member must include an authorised medical report.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Albania prohibits:<br />
Albanian bank notes<br />
Extravagant clothing and other Precious metals and stones<br />
Animals, live or dead<br />
items<br />
Publications and literature<br />
Antiques<br />
Furs<br />
contrary to the political and<br />
Articles sent by political Gambling devices<br />
social system.<br />
refugees<br />
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ALGERIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $663 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $663<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $663<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 3 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
3 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Algiers Arzew Constantine Hassi Oran<br />
Tlemcen<br />
Annaba Bejaia<br />
Messaoud Skikda Tizi Ouzou<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Valuables<br />
Algeria admits coins or securities payable to bearer of any kind only if addressed to the Central Bank<br />
of Algeria or an approved intermediary bank.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Algerian authorities before posting:<br />
Bees and leeches<br />
Book-trade products and items<br />
Building materials<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Food<br />
Fruit, grain and seeds<br />
Honey<br />
Instruments, measuring<br />
Leather<br />
Machinery<br />
Meat and animal products<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Saccharine<br />
Stationery<br />
Textiles<br />
Tobacco products<br />
Transferable securities and<br />
instruments of payment<br />
Travel items<br />
Vinegar<br />
Wood and wood derivatives.<br />
Clocks and watches<br />
Extra Cover is necessary for all articles containing clocks, including alarm clocks, travelling clocks and<br />
watches. Extra Cover is not necessary for separate parts of clocks and watches.<br />
Import permits<br />
Algeria requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. An import permit is not necessary for items that are:<br />
� non-commercial (excluding used clothing) sent from a private person to a private person<br />
� of less than 60 Algerian dinars, and no more than 240 dinars in 12-months to the same person.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Algeria prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Cocoa<br />
Antiques<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Baby feeders and comforters not Cosmetics<br />
made of pure rubber Credit Cards, blank<br />
Carpets<br />
Furs<br />
Chain letters<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Passports<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Salt, table<br />
Tickets – Airline, blank stock<br />
Trademarks, false.
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ANGOLA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Cacuaco Caxito Mulemba Viana<br />
Catete Luanda Refinaria<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Angolan authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines Films Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants and seeds must include a Certificate of Origin. Other non-letter articles should include a<br />
Certificate of Origin to reduce customs clearance fees.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Angola prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Books, printed matter, films,<br />
drawings or objects that are<br />
offensive to public law and<br />
order<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Essences for making wine<br />
Foodstuffs harmful to public<br />
health<br />
Fur<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Ivory<br />
Military equipment<br />
Oil products<br />
Perishables<br />
Plants and seeds, infected<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps, items resembling<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Roulette equipment and other<br />
apparatus for unlawful games<br />
Tobacco.<br />
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ANGUILLA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Anguillan authorities before posting:<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Plants or parts of plants.<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Special documentation<br />
Fruit<br />
British-made goods should include a Certificate of Origin to receive possible preferential tariffs.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI – Parcels<br />
Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 10 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI courier and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for Parcels<br />
Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Parcels are available only to All Saints, Antigua and Barbuda.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Antigua and Barbuda authorities before posting:<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Plants or parts of plants.<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Special documentation<br />
Antigua and Barbuda requires no special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI – Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Antigua and Barbuda prohibits:<br />
Fruit and vegetables Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
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September 2007<br />
ARGENTINA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter guaranteed service is not available from Perth<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Argentine authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Photographic sensitive paper or Plastic tools (files)<br />
Bees<br />
plates<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Plants and seeds<br />
X-ray films<br />
Special documentation<br />
Customs endorsement<br />
Senders should include a signed endorsement on the customs documentation: SE PUEDE ABRIR<br />
OFICIALMENTE (May be opened officially).<br />
Invoice<br />
Commercial goods or samples of value must include an original invoice in duplicate, with a Spanish<br />
translation, and include the signed declaration: DECLARO BAJO JURAMENTO QUE LA INFORMACION<br />
CONTENIDA EN ESTA FACTURA ES EXACTA Y QUE EL PRECIO INDICADO ES EL UNICO QUE REALMENTE HA<br />
SIDO PAGADO (O HA DE PAGARSE). TAMBIEN DECLARO EN IGUAL FORMA QUE NO EXISTEN CONVENIOS QUE<br />
PERMITAN MODIFACACION DE DICHOS PRECIOS. An invoice is not necessary for:<br />
Books, reviews, newspapers,<br />
literary periodicals<br />
Educational equipment or<br />
material intended for teaching<br />
or scientific research institutes<br />
Used linen and clothing<br />
Gold or silver coins<br />
Personal-use items and noncommercial<br />
effects<br />
Printed papers.<br />
Used linen and clothing must include a Certificate of Disinfection issued by a competent <strong>Australia</strong>n<br />
authority and endorsed by an Argentine consul.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Argentina prohibits:<br />
Alcohols and spirits<br />
Fresh Fish products<br />
Rags<br />
Animal products<br />
Chemicals<br />
Jute<br />
Used textile articles and clothing
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ARMENIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $2351 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
Confirm delivery 3 Registered or Extra Cover only. 3 Extra Cover only.<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Yerevan 375000 – 375099 and Vanadzoiz 377001<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Delivery confirmation<br />
The Armenian postal authorities do not deliver to addressees in person.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Armenian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Bees<br />
Dairy products<br />
Fish products<br />
Fruit<br />
Leeches<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Silkworms<br />
Stamps<br />
Vegetables<br />
Weapons, hunting<br />
Weapons, and parts<br />
Personal use items<br />
Armenia admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item Quantity Item Quantity<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Armenia prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Drugs, prescription and nonprescription<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Furs<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Medical samples<br />
Medical/dental supplies and<br />
equipment<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
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September 2007<br />
ASCENSION AND ST HELENA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 See note 1 �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 1 See note 1 � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 See note 1<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Routing of air services<br />
In the Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter, Air Mail and Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> services,<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> despatches mail by air to the United Kingdom. From there, the United Kingdom<br />
postal administration transfers it to Sea Mail for delivery to Ascension and St Helena.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Ascension and St Helena authorities before<br />
posting drugs, medicines or potatoes.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.
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AUSTRIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Austrian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Plants and parts of plants Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Animal products<br />
Radio and television apparatus Watches and clocks<br />
Clothing<br />
Salt<br />
Weapons and parts<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
Jewellery<br />
Metals, precious, and items made<br />
from them<br />
Spirits<br />
Wool and cotton woven fabrics<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include two copies of the original invoice. European Union standards<br />
govern all documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Austria prohibits:<br />
Non-Austrian games of chance<br />
Aerated and mineral waters<br />
Hides and fleeces<br />
Wood untreated<br />
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September 2007<br />
AZERBAIJAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $2351 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $4703<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $4703<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles� �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Baku 370000 – 370009<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Azerbaijan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fish products<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Fruit<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Leeches<br />
Vegetables<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Personal use items<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Veterinary products<br />
Weapons, hunting<br />
Weapons, and parts<br />
Azerbaijan admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Customs Duty<br />
Quantity<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Customs duty is not payable on goods under $US200.<br />
Articles subject to customs duty must not be sent in ordinary letters.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice. Exceptionally, ECI merchandise and parcels must<br />
include two copies of an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI – Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Azerbaijan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Furs<br />
Honey and honeycomb
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BAHAMAS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Nassau and Freeport<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels to other destinations contacts the addressee to arrange pick up. ECI and EPI<br />
- Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bahamas authorities before posting firearms and<br />
firearm parts.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice that states the country of origin of the goods.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Bahamas prohibits:<br />
Milk, skimmed, in tins Seditious or immoral articles Tea, adulterated.<br />
Ivory<br />
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September 2007<br />
BAHRAIN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–4 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bahrain authorities before drugs or radio<br />
transmitters and receivers.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Bahrain prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Publications or recordings Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Firearms and firearm parts considered to be obscene,<br />
Games of chance<br />
contrary to religion, faith,<br />
Pearls, cultured, imitated, or customs and tradition.<br />
artificial
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BANGLADESH<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $3072 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 5–6 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 10 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
$5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover ECI not accepted. Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Barisal<br />
Bogra<br />
Chittagong<br />
Comilla<br />
Dhaka<br />
Dinajpur<br />
Faridpur<br />
Hobigonj<br />
Jamalpur<br />
Jessore<br />
Khulna<br />
Kushtia<br />
Mymensingh<br />
Noakhali<br />
Pabna<br />
Rajshahi<br />
Rangpur<br />
Sylhet<br />
Tangail<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter guaranteed service is not available from Perth<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Bangladesh pays compensation only in the case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bangladesh authorities before posting:<br />
Coffee, roasted or ground<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Material sold by the length or<br />
piece<br />
Plants or parts of plants<br />
Radio apparatus<br />
Seeds.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI – Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Bangladesh prohibits:<br />
Coins, copper or bronze, unless<br />
Bangladesh coins<br />
Coins, counterfeit or imitation<br />
Cotton, American<br />
Cotton, silk or woven materials<br />
with designs of imitation<br />
currency notes<br />
Hemp<br />
Mexican jumping beans<br />
Publications, obscene<br />
Quinine, rose-coloured<br />
Stamps, counterfeit or imitation<br />
Trademarks, British or<br />
Bangladesh, false or imitation.<br />
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September 2007<br />
BARBADOS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Barbados has no special import restrictions.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Barbados has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI – Parcels<br />
Regulations at �5.8.2.
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BELARUS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $1500 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $1500<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1500<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Belarus authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fruit<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Leeches<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Medicines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Fish products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons, hunting.<br />
Weapons and parts<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Belarus prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
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BELGIUM<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter guaranteed service is not available from Perth<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Belgian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Mechanical appliances Vegetables and vegetable<br />
Electrical equipment or parts Sports requisites<br />
products<br />
Hides and skins, raw<br />
Textiles and textile articles Weapons<br />
Toys and games<br />
Wood and wooden articles.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice. Senders should contact the Belgium authorities for<br />
further information.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Belgium prohibits:<br />
Bearer bonds<br />
Colouring matter<br />
Photograph and films, indecent.<br />
Chain letters<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising
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BELIZE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Belize City Belmopan and Big Creek Dangriga Punta Gorda San Pedro<br />
District Tow Corozal Orange Walk San Ignacio<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Belize authorities before posting firearms and<br />
firearm parts and commercial goods.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice. British-made goods should include a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Belize prohibits:<br />
Clothing and bedding, used<br />
Coin or bullion, unless clearly<br />
intended as ornamental<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Daggers<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Fruit<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Plants<br />
Playing cards<br />
<strong>Post</strong>cards, packets of, sent as<br />
printed papers<br />
Publications for public resale<br />
Rags<br />
Saccharine and similar substances<br />
Shaving brushes, Japanese origin<br />
Tobacco packed with other<br />
goods or sweetened with the<br />
leaves of other plants<br />
Vegetables.<br />
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Including Dahomey<br />
September 2007<br />
BENIN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days $881 � 20 kg $294<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $294<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
Extra Cover only. Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Cotonou and Porto Novo<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Benin pays compensation only in cases of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Benin before posting commercial goods.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Benin has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Benin prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Alcohol and items used to<br />
manufacture or distil alcohol<br />
Antiques<br />
Coins and medals<br />
Diamonds<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Fur<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Meat products<br />
Military appliances/equipment<br />
Mineral waters<br />
Plants<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Records, gramophone<br />
Saccharine<br />
Weights and measures.
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BERMUDA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bermudan authorities before posting drugs,<br />
medicines, plants, or films. Bermuda requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any<br />
item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods should include an invoice. British-made goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
See Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-Parcels<br />
Regulations (see �5.8.2).<br />
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September 2007<br />
BHUTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 10 kg $2351<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bhutan authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Fountain pens and parts thereof Rubber<br />
Cards, playing<br />
Gemstones, precious or synthetic Saccharine<br />
Cigarette lighters<br />
Insect specimens<br />
Silkworms<br />
Coffee seeds and trees Insecticides and parasite killers Spectacles and sunglasses<br />
Confectionery<br />
Liqueurs<br />
Sugar cane<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Films<br />
Firearms, including imitation<br />
firearms and toys resembling<br />
firearms<br />
Pencils, lead and propelling<br />
Perfume<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Radio apparatus<br />
Tobacco, raw or manufactured,<br />
including cigarettes and cigars<br />
Watches and watch-parts.<br />
Bhutan requires an import permit for all commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Bhutan admits gifts to the value of $A20<br />
without an import licence, but customs duty is payable. Books and magazines are duty-free.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice in duplicate and a Certificate of Origin. The customs<br />
declaration must either state that these are included or give a reason why not.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>,<br />
Bhutan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Bank note resemblances included<br />
in the design of any article<br />
Beans<br />
Coinage resemblances, Indian<br />
currency<br />
Cotton, untreated<br />
Flowers, fresh<br />
Goods insufficiently marked as<br />
to origin.<br />
Jewellery<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Pearl necklaces and imitation<br />
pearls<br />
Plants<br />
Quinine, pink-coloured<br />
Shaving brushes, Japanese<br />
Silk and art objects made of silk<br />
Tobacco, raw<br />
Trademarks, Indian, false or<br />
imitation.
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BOLIVIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Camiri<br />
Cliza<br />
Cobija, Pando<br />
Cochabamba<br />
El Alto City,<br />
La Paz<br />
La Paz City<br />
Montero<br />
Oruro City<br />
Potosi City<br />
Puerto Suarez<br />
Punata<br />
Quillacollo<br />
Sacaba<br />
Santa Cruz<br />
Sucre<br />
Tarija<br />
Trinidad, Beni<br />
Warnes<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to other towns and rural destinations by registered post. ECI and EPI<br />
– Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bolivian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic spirits Drugs and medicines Plants and seeds<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Weapons of war.<br />
All articles containing photographs or unexposed film are liable to customs duty.<br />
Bolivia does not pay compensation for damage to articles containing:<br />
Fragile items Liquids or substances that Perishable items.<br />
liquefy easily<br />
Special documentation<br />
Invoice and import permit<br />
Goods exceeding a value of $US100 must include an invoice.<br />
Goods exceeding a value of $US500 require an import permit.<br />
Used clothing and personal belongings<br />
Used clothing and personal belongings must include a Certificate of Disinfection issued by a<br />
competent <strong>Australia</strong>n authority and endorsed by the Bolivian consular service.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Bolivia prohibits:<br />
Absinth and its oils etc Daggers<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Alcohol and other products Drugs, non-prescription Publications or other items of an<br />
distilled from sugar cane, Feeding bottles with rubber or immoral nature<br />
except rum<br />
glass tubes<br />
Razors<br />
Brandy<br />
Gaming devices<br />
Roulette wheels<br />
Cigarettes or cigarette papers Ivory<br />
Tobacco in any form<br />
Coins<br />
Jewellery and valuable items Trademarks on goods, unless<br />
Currency resemblances Knuckle-dusters of any metal imported by authorised agents<br />
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September 2007<br />
BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 6–7 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
$5000 3 20 kg �<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. � Extra Cover only.<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Banja Luka Derventa Ilijas<br />
Maglaj Sarajevo Tuzla<br />
Banovici Doboj Jablanica Medjugorje Semizovac Visoko<br />
Blagaj Donje Mostre Janjici Mostar Siroki Brijeg Vitez<br />
Blazuj Dubrave Donje Kakanj Nova Bila Srbac Vogosca<br />
Bosanska Dubrave Gornje Kiseljak Novi Travnik Srebrenik Zavidovici<br />
Gradiska Gornja Tuzla Kladanj Olovo Srednje Zenica<br />
Bosanski Brod Gracanica Konjic Pazaric Tarcin Zepce<br />
Breza Grude Kotor Varos Podlugovi Tesanj Zivinice<br />
Capljina Hadzici Laktasi Prnjavor Teslic<br />
Celinac Hrasnica Ljubuski<br />
Travnik<br />
Citluk Ilidza<br />
Lukavac<br />
Trn<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Articles containing valuables (see �1.4) may have Extra Cover only up to $900<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bosnia-Herzegovina authorities before posting:<br />
Coffee<br />
Machinery parts<br />
Reproduction equipment needed<br />
Drugs and poisons<br />
Meat and poultry products to pursue a private trade<br />
Fruit<br />
Medicines and patent medicines Serums and vaccines<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Musical instruments<br />
Utensils<br />
Jewellery<br />
Plants or cuttings<br />
Wireless sets.<br />
Lithographic copies of plans or Printed publications<br />
maps<br />
Watches<br />
Bosnia-Herzegovina may accept watch cases or housings (mounted or unmounted) of complete<br />
watches made of precious metals after analysis of the metal content. Bosnia-Herzegovina does not<br />
accept articles containing incomplete watch cases or parts.<br />
Personal-use items<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al items addressed to individuals may contain personal travel articles, articles for personal and<br />
family use (medicines, medical instruments, teaching and leisure material) and articles for the use of<br />
their household in quantities not intended for resale. Personal items not exceeding $US30 are exempt<br />
from customs duty.<br />
Legacy and contract items<br />
Items inherited abroad and articles provided for in contracts concluded between States may be freely<br />
imported in accordance with such contracts.<br />
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BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA – continued<br />
Professional tools of trade<br />
Natural persons of Bosnia-Herzegovina nationality exercising a profession may import articles for<br />
use in that profession subject to special conditions.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders must provide proof of the addressee's entitlement on the customs form C231; otherwise, the<br />
addressee must provide the proof before delivery. Customs authorities inspect all non-letter items.<br />
Gifts<br />
Senders should mark all gifts and accompanying documents GIFT PARCEL or ENVOI CADEAU.<br />
Import Licences<br />
Bosnia-Herzegovina requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Invoices<br />
All commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Bosnia-Herzegovina prohibits:<br />
Abortion-procurement items<br />
Antiques<br />
Cheques, cashier<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Deeds<br />
Essences for artificial wines and<br />
brandies<br />
Foreign products bearing Bosnia- Whistles, spoons and food<br />
Herzegovina trademarks or containers having a lead<br />
imitated trade marks<br />
content over 10%<br />
Furs<br />
Wines and must containing<br />
Ivory<br />
sulphuric acid<br />
Military uniforms of other states Yeast.<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
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September 2007<br />
BOTSWANA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $367<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Francistown Jwaneng Lobatse Maun Palapye Selebi-Phikwe<br />
Gaborone Kasane<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Botswana authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Insecticides<br />
Rice<br />
Bees<br />
Leeches<br />
Silkworms<br />
Cheese<br />
Liquor<br />
Tobacco products<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Parasites<br />
Weapons<br />
Grain<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants<br />
Yeast.<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice. Permits are not required for bona fide gifts not<br />
exceeding R10 in value and 5 kg in weight.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Botswana prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Bee-keeping appliances, used<br />
Fruit<br />
Furs<br />
Honey<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Prison-made goods<br />
Publications or items relating to<br />
sexual stimulants or the curing<br />
of venereal diseases<br />
Royal jelly.
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BRAZIL<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter service<br />
The guaranteed service is not available for Monday lodgements at designated Queensland postcodes.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Brazilian authorities before posting:<br />
Colouring matter derived from<br />
oil<br />
Consumer goods, used<br />
Cotton<br />
Essences of beverages<br />
Medicines<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Plants, seeds and fruits<br />
Saccharine<br />
Soil<br />
Sugarcane.<br />
Brazil requires an import permit for all commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps<br />
Brazil admits postage stamps only in registered letters.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All commercial and private articles exceeding $US25 in value must include a commercial invoice in<br />
quadruplicate, endorsed by a Brazilian Consulate.<br />
Medicines<br />
Medicines must include a document bearing details of their composition on the outside of the<br />
packing.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Brazil prohibits:<br />
Abortion-procurement items<br />
Alcohols<br />
Animals and animal products,<br />
except bees, silkworms and<br />
leeches<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Lottery tickets and circulars<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps, unless in<br />
registered letters<br />
Publications of an immoral or<br />
subversive nature<br />
Tobacco, tobacco products and<br />
tobacco substitute products<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Writing material.<br />
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BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 7–9 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 2 8–10 work days �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
2 Routing<br />
All mail services to British Indian Ocean Territory are via the United Kingdom.<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
Air Mail and Sea Mail parcel services are available only to places with a post office.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to United Kingdom<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to United Kingdom.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to United Kingdom.
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BRUNEI DARUSSALAM<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–5 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 10 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bandar Seri Begawan, Kuala Belait, Muara, Seria, and<br />
Tutong<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Brunei authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Vegetable products Weapons.<br />
Animal products<br />
Special documentation<br />
All articles other than letters, unless sent to a private individual, require two copies of the original<br />
invoice. The address side of the article should be endorsed INVOICE ENCLOSED.<br />
British-made goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Medicines<br />
Medicines or medical products must include a purchase invoice certified by a competent medical<br />
authority.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Brunei Darussalam prohibits lottery tickets and<br />
circulars.<br />
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BULGARIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $1798 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $700<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1640<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Ahtopol Dobrich Kalofer Lom<br />
Plovdiv Sozopol<br />
Aitus<br />
Dolna Kamchija Lovech Pomorie Stambolijski<br />
Albena Mitropoliya Kaolinovo Lozenec Popovo Stara Zagora<br />
Alfatar Dolna Karlovo Lukovit Pravets Suhindol<br />
Antonovo Orjahovica Karnobat Madan Promorsko Sunny Beach<br />
Assenovgrad Dolni Dabnik Kaspitchan Malko Tarnovo Radnevo Sv Konstantin<br />
Baltchik Drjanovo Kavarna Melnik Radomir Svilengrad<br />
Bansko Dupnitsa Kazanlak Mezdra Razgrad Svishtov<br />
Bellene Dve Mogili Kilifarevo Montana Razlog Targovishte<br />
Belogradchik Elena Kiten<br />
Nesserbar Rila<br />
Topolovgrad<br />
Beloslav Ezerovo Kjustendil Nikopol Roussalka Troyan<br />
Bjala<br />
Gabrovo Kocherinovo Nova Zagora Rousse Tryavna<br />
Bjala Cherkva Goce Delchev Kostenec Novi Pazar Sandanski Tutrakan<br />
Bjala Slatina Golden Sands kotel<br />
Omurtag Sevlievo Tzarevo<br />
Blagoevgrad Gorna Kozloduy Oryahovo Shabla Varna<br />
Bobovdol Oryahovitza Kranevo Pazardjik Shumen Veliko Tarnovo<br />
Botevgrad Haskovo Kresna Pelovo Silistra Velingrad<br />
Bourgas Ihtiman Kubrat Pernik Simitli Vidin<br />
Cherven Brjag Isperih Kula<br />
Perustica Sliven Vratsa<br />
Chirpan Jambol Levski Petrich Sofia<br />
Zavet<br />
Devnya Kaliakra Ljaskovec Pleven Sopot<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Bulgarian authorities before posting securities,<br />
medicines, plants, or parts of plants. <strong>Post</strong>age stamps must be addressed to stamp collectors through<br />
the Bulgarian <strong>Post</strong>al Philatelic Service. Only private persons may send gifts. Gifts may include<br />
printed publications, photographs, films, gramophone records, magnetic tapes, manuscripts, music<br />
sheets and similar objects, provided they are not contrary to the laws and customs of Bulgaria.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Bulgaria has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Bulgaria prohibits:<br />
Bulgarian coins<br />
Printed matter, publications, photographs, films, tapes, etc<br />
Clothing, linen or footwear, used prejudicial to the political or economic institutions of Bulgaria.
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BURKINA FASO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $762 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$1470<br />
$1470<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bobo-Dioulasso and Ouagadougou<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Burkina Faso pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Burkina Faso authorities before posting:<br />
Books and publications in Arabic Mineral waters<br />
Saccharine<br />
Distilling apparatus<br />
Preserved plums, sardines and Spirits.<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
vegetables<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods should include an invoice and a Certificate of Origin. The addressee must obtain<br />
an import permit, where required.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Burkina Faso prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock Furs<br />
Trademarks, French, false or<br />
Antiques<br />
Gambling devices<br />
imitation, and those bearing the<br />
Coin-making apparatus Ivory<br />
Red Cross or designs<br />
Coins and medallions resembling Liquids, non-hazardous resembling it<br />
the legal coinage<br />
Precious metals and stones Weights and measures, non-<br />
Daggers and knives<br />
metric.<br />
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BURUNDI<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $1376<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bujumbura<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Burundi authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines Plants and grain<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Saccharine and similar products Cotton seeds<br />
Films.<br />
Burundi requires an import permit for all commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Burundi has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Burundi prohibits absinthe, alcohol containing<br />
absinthe and ivory.
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CAMBODIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–5 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
� Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Phnom Penh City (7 districts –<br />
Daun Penh, Chamkar Morn,<br />
Dangkor, Makara, Mean Chey)<br />
Russei Keo, Tuol Kok and 5<br />
provinces – Battambang,<br />
Kampong Cham<br />
Sihanouk Ville (Kampong Som),<br />
Kandal and Siem Reap<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
All items require an import permit, except:<br />
Brides' trousseaux<br />
Original works of art imported Returned merchandise of<br />
School outfits<br />
by their author<br />
Cambodian origin, provided it<br />
Goods imported by the Personal effects, clothing and has not been altered in any way<br />
diplomatic and consular corps objects<br />
Samples<br />
Non-commercial items to a value Provisions for a journey Traveller’s requisites.<br />
of $A40<br />
Red Cross merchandise<br />
Special documentation<br />
The Ministry of Commerce of Cambodia issues all import permits.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-Parcels<br />
Regulations (see �5.8.2).<br />
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CAMEROON<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bafang<br />
Bafoussam<br />
Bambili<br />
Bamenda<br />
Bamgamgte<br />
Belabo<br />
Bertoua<br />
Buea<br />
Douala<br />
Dschang<br />
Edea<br />
Foumban<br />
Garoua<br />
Kribi<br />
Kumba<br />
Kumbo<br />
Limbe<br />
Malabo<br />
Maroua<br />
Mbaba<br />
Mbouda<br />
Ndjombe<br />
Ndop<br />
Ngaoundere<br />
Nkongsamba<br />
Tiko<br />
Yaounde<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Cameroon authorities before posting weapons<br />
and parts of weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Cameroon has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Cameroon prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Animal products<br />
Antiques<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Military equipment<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Second-hand clothing
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CANADA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 2 20 kg �<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
2 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
2 Valuable articles (see �1.4) are not permitted in Extra Cover parcels or ECI articles and EPI -<br />
Parcels<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Canadian authorities before posting:<br />
Bees and bees' wax<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Condensed and dehydrated milk Fish and fishery products Meat and meat products<br />
Conserves of fruits and Fruit, wheat, potatoes, onions Medicines<br />
vegetables<br />
Liquids and oils<br />
Plants<br />
Films<br />
Manufactured goods bearing Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
insufficient markings of origin<br />
Coins<br />
Canada admits coins addressed to coin dealers or collectors only if the article does not have Extra<br />
Cover.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Invoice<br />
Commercial consignments valued at more than $C1200 need a certified invoice. The sender should<br />
send three copies separately to the addressee and include one copy in the article.<br />
Gifts<br />
Canada admits duty-free gifts up to $C60 in value that are labelled UNSOLICITED GIFT.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Canada prohibits:<br />
Bee-keeping apparatus, used Lottery tickets and advertising <strong>Post</strong>age stamps in insured articles<br />
Contraceptive devices and Margarine or butter substitutes Prison-made goods<br />
literature<br />
Metallic labels<br />
Seeds & Soil<br />
Plumages<br />
Alcoholic Beverages<br />
Alcoholic beverages (including wine) are strictly prohibited unless being mailed to a Provincial Liquor<br />
Board or Commission, or to a manufacturer or distributor of such beverages in Canada.<br />
Periodicals<br />
Canada prohibits periodicals:<br />
� that contain an advertisement primarily directed to a market in Canada and which does not<br />
appear in identical form in all editions of that issue in the country of origin.<br />
� in which more than five per cent of the advertising content indicates specifically where goods or<br />
services may be obtained in Canada or indicates specific terms or conditions relating to the sale<br />
or provision of goods or services in Canada.<br />
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CAPE VERDE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $769<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $769<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to Praia, Island of Santiago and Mindelo, Island of St<br />
Vincent<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Cape Verde authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines Fruit Tinned meat.<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Cape Verde requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Cape Verde prohibits:<br />
Animal products<br />
Food additives, artificial Military equipment<br />
Animal skins<br />
Furs<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Antiques<br />
Ivory<br />
Publications of an immoral<br />
Ceramic products<br />
Labels resembling postage nature.<br />
stamps<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous
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CAYMAN ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for Parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Parcels are available only to Grand Cayman, Little Cayman,<br />
and Cayman Brac.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to Jamaica.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to Jamaica.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Jamaica.<br />
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CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $762 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $257<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $257<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bangui<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Central African Republic authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Firearms<br />
Fruit and vegetable preserves<br />
Medical, pharmaceutical or<br />
sanitary items<br />
Pharmaceutical drugs and<br />
medicines<br />
Plants<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Weights and measures.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Import permits<br />
All goods require an import permit.<br />
Invoice<br />
Each item that exceeds 5000 CFA francs requires an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Central African Republic prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Saccharine.<br />
Animals and animal products Propaganda
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CHAD<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $940 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $941<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $941<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to N'djamena<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Chad authorities before posting:<br />
Medical, pharmaceutical or<br />
sanitary items<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants<br />
Tobacco and its products<br />
Weapons<br />
Weights and measures.<br />
Goods exceeding 5000 CFA francs require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Chad prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Coal and firewood<br />
Military equipment<br />
Alcohol<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Money orders<br />
Animal products<br />
Fire extinguishers<br />
Oil products<br />
Animal skins<br />
Antiques<br />
Cash letters<br />
Ceramic products<br />
Cheques, blank, cancelled,<br />
cashier<br />
Circuits and circuit boards<br />
Clocks/watches<br />
Fotolithos<br />
Fruit and vegetable preserves<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Ivory<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Marble products<br />
Paper patterns for wearing<br />
apparel<br />
Perishables<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Propaganda<br />
Radar equipment – transmitters<br />
and receivers<br />
Saccharine<br />
Soil samples<br />
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CHILE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 6–7 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Ancud<br />
Angol<br />
Arica<br />
Calama<br />
Antofagasta<br />
Castro<br />
Chillan<br />
Concepcion<br />
Constitucion<br />
Copiapo<br />
Coquimbo<br />
Coyhaique<br />
Curico<br />
Iquique<br />
La Serena<br />
La Union<br />
Linares<br />
Los Andes<br />
Los Angeles<br />
Osomo<br />
Puerto Montt<br />
Puerto Varas<br />
Punta Arenas<br />
Quillota<br />
Rancagua<br />
San Antonio<br />
San Felipe<br />
San Fernando<br />
San Javier<br />
Santiago<br />
Talca<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Talcahuano<br />
Temuco<br />
Tocopilla<br />
Valdivia<br />
Valparaiso<br />
Villarrica<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Chile pays compensation only in case of loss, total theft or total destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Chilean authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and plants<br />
Chemicals<br />
Films<br />
Medicines<br />
Saccharine and similar<br />
substances.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Items containing commercial goods require an invoice stating the country of origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Chile prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Adulterated beverages and<br />
foodstuffs<br />
Chain letters<br />
Condensed milk<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Offensive materials<br />
Pharmaceutical products and<br />
drugs of unknown<br />
composition.
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CHINA, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC<br />
Including Manchuria, Inner Mongolia, and Tibet<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–6 work days $1970 � 20 kg $1970<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Anhui Province<br />
Anqing Chuzhou Huaibei Huangshan<br />
Bengbu Hefei<br />
Huainan Ma'Anshan<br />
Beijing Province<br />
Beijing<br />
Fujian Province<br />
Changle<br />
Fuqing<br />
Fuzhou<br />
Hui'An<br />
Jianyang<br />
Jinjiang<br />
Longhai<br />
Longyan<br />
Nan'An<br />
Nanping<br />
Ningde<br />
Putian<br />
Quanzhou<br />
Sanming<br />
Shaowu<br />
Shaxian<br />
Shishi<br />
Suxhou<br />
Tongling<br />
Shunchang<br />
Tong'An<br />
Wuyishan<br />
Xiamen<br />
Wuhu<br />
Gansu Province<br />
Baiyin Jinchang Lanzhou Tianshui<br />
Guangxi Province<br />
Beihai Guilin Liuzhou Nanning Wuzhou Yulin<br />
Guangdong Province<br />
Chaozhou<br />
Dongguan<br />
Enping<br />
Foshan<br />
Gaoming<br />
Guangzhou<br />
Heshan<br />
Heyuan<br />
Huiyang<br />
Huizhou<br />
Jiangmen<br />
Jievang<br />
Kaiping<br />
Maoming<br />
Meizhou<br />
Naihai<br />
Panyu<br />
Qingyuan<br />
Sanshui<br />
Shantou<br />
Shanwei<br />
Shaoguan<br />
Shenzhen<br />
Shunde<br />
Sihui<br />
Taishan<br />
Xinhui<br />
Yangjiang<br />
Xianyou<br />
Yong'An<br />
Zhangping<br />
Zhangzhou<br />
Yunfu<br />
Zhanjiang<br />
Zhaoqing<br />
Zhongshan<br />
Zhuhai<br />
Guizhou Province<br />
Anshun Duyun Guiyang Kaili Liupanshui Zunyi<br />
Hainan Province<br />
Danxian Lingshui<br />
Haikou<br />
Hebei Province<br />
Qionghai<br />
Baoding Chengde<br />
Cangzhou Handan<br />
Heilongjiang Province<br />
Daqing Hegang<br />
Daxing'Anling<br />
Ha'Erbin<br />
Heihe<br />
Henan Province<br />
Anyang Luoyang<br />
Kaifeng Nanyang<br />
Qiongshan Sanya Wanning Wenchang<br />
Hengshui<br />
Langfang<br />
Jiamusi<br />
Jixi<br />
Qinghuangdao<br />
Shijiazhuang<br />
Mudajiang<br />
Qiqiha'Er<br />
Tangshan<br />
Xingtai<br />
Qitaihe<br />
Shuangyashan<br />
Zhangjiakou<br />
Suihua<br />
Yichun<br />
Pingdingshan XinXiang Xinyang Zhengzhou<br />
Continued …<br />
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1 ECI destinations – continued<br />
Hubei Province<br />
Ezhou Jiangling Shashi Wuhan Xiangfan Yichang<br />
Huangshi Jinmen Shiyan<br />
C<br />
Hunan Province<br />
Changde Dayong<br />
Chasha Hengyang<br />
Chenzhou Huaihua<br />
Inner Mongolia Province<br />
Jishou<br />
Liling<br />
Loudi<br />
Shaoyang<br />
Xiangtan<br />
Yivang<br />
Yongzhou<br />
Yuevang<br />
Zhuzhou<br />
Alashanzuoqi Dongsheng Hohhot Manzhouli Wuhai Xilinhout<br />
Baotou Erlianhot Jining Tongliao Wulanhot Yakeshi<br />
Chifeng Haila'Er Linhe<br />
Jiangsu Province<br />
Changshu Jiangyin Nanjing Taicang Xuzhou Yexing<br />
Changzhou Kunshan Nantong Wujiang Yancheng Zhangjiagang<br />
Danyang<br />
Huaiyin<br />
Lianyungang Suzhou Wuxi<br />
Yangzhou Zhenjiang<br />
Jiangxi Province<br />
Ganzhou<br />
Jingdezhen<br />
Jilin Province<br />
Jiujiang Nanchang Pingxiang Shangroa Xinyv<br />
Baicheng Gongzhuling Hunjiang Liaoyuan Siping Tumen<br />
Changchun Hunchun Jinlin<br />
Meihekou Tonghua Yanji<br />
Liaoning Province<br />
An'Shan Dalian Fuxin Jinzhou Panjin Tieling<br />
Benxi Dandong Jinxi<br />
Liaoyang Shenyang Vingkou<br />
Chaoyang Fushun<br />
Ningxia Province<br />
Shizuishan Yinchuan<br />
Qinghai Province<br />
Xining<br />
Shaanxi Province<br />
Baoji Weinan Xi'An Xianyang<br />
Shangdong Province<br />
Dezhou Jinan Linyi<br />
Rizhao Weifang Yantai<br />
Dongying Jining Qingdao Tai'An Weihai Zaozhuan<br />
Shanghai Province<br />
Shanghai<br />
Shanxi Province<br />
Datong<br />
Linfen<br />
Taiyuan Xinzhou Yangquan Yuci Yuncheng<br />
Sichuan Province<br />
Chengdu Chongqing Daxian Leshan Mianyang<br />
Tianjin Province<br />
Tianjin<br />
Tibet Province<br />
Lasa<br />
Xinjiang Province<br />
Akesu Hami<br />
Kashi Ku'Erle Shihezi Urumoi<br />
Aletai<br />
Changji<br />
Hetian Kelamayi Kuitun Tulufan Yining<br />
Yuannan Province<br />
Chuxiong Gejiu<br />
Kunming Qujing Wenshan Yuxi<br />
Dali<br />
Jinghong Luxi<br />
Zhejiang Province<br />
Cixi<br />
Huzhou Linhai Qingtian Xiaoshan Yuyao<br />
Hangzhou Jiaxing Lishui Shaoxing Yuhang Zhoushan<br />
Haining Jinhua Ningbo Wenzhou<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
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CHINA – continued<br />
2 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
China pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Chinese authorities before posting weapons and<br />
parts of weapons.<br />
Personal items<br />
China admits items for genuine personal use to the value of 100 yuan per item and 800 yuan per<br />
addressee family per year, subject to payment of customs duties. Other restrictions are:<br />
1 Electronic pocket calculator<br />
per year<br />
5 Magnetic cassette tapes<br />
10 metres of cotton or synthetic<br />
cloth not wider than 130cm<br />
100 Philatelic stamps<br />
40 yuan of medicines or<br />
materials used in Chinese<br />
medicines.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The last part of the address must be PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), China prohibits:<br />
Addictive narcotics and poisons<br />
Animals<br />
Bicycles<br />
Cameras<br />
Chinese securities<br />
Clothing or bed linen, used<br />
Coins<br />
Food, unclean or from regions<br />
affected by epidemic diseases<br />
Fans, electric<br />
Fresh pork and all by-products<br />
Manuscripts<br />
Plants or plant products with<br />
microbes or insects<br />
Publications that are politically,<br />
economically, culturally or<br />
morally detrimental to the<br />
People’s Republic of China<br />
Radio-telegraphic receivers and<br />
transmitters and parts for such<br />
apparatus<br />
Packaging<br />
China prohibits items in opaque, sealed containers.<br />
Radios<br />
Records<br />
Securities of any kind payable to<br />
bearer<br />
Sewing machines<br />
Electric fans<br />
Tape recorders<br />
Televisions<br />
Travellers’ cheques<br />
Watches.<br />
CHRISTMAS ISLAND (INDIAN OCEAN)<br />
For Christmas Island (Pacific Ocean), refer to Kiribati<br />
Christmas Island, Indian Ocean is an <strong>Australia</strong>n external territory. It is deemed part of<br />
Western <strong>Australia</strong> (postcode 6798) for the purposes of postal services and assessment of<br />
postage. However, senders must complete standard customs documentation for all articles<br />
containing goods and merchandise.<br />
An Air service from Perth delivers standard and large letters.<br />
A Sea service delivers all parcels.<br />
COCOS (KEELING) ISLANDS<br />
Cocos (Keeling) Islands are an <strong>Australia</strong>n external territory. They are deemed part of<br />
Western <strong>Australia</strong> (postcode 6799) for the purposes of postal services and assessment of<br />
postage. However, senders must complete standard customs documentation for all articles<br />
containing goods and merchandise.<br />
An Air service from Perth delivers standard and large letters.<br />
A Sea service delivers all parcels.<br />
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COLOMBIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 6–7 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
� Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Arauca<br />
Armenia<br />
Barrancabermega<br />
Barranquilla<br />
Bello<br />
Bogotá<br />
Bucaramanga<br />
Buenaventura<br />
Buga<br />
Cali<br />
Cartagena<br />
Cartago<br />
Cúcuta<br />
Envigado<br />
Florencia<br />
Giron<br />
Ibague<br />
Ipiales<br />
Itagui<br />
Leticia<br />
Manizales<br />
Medellin<br />
Montería<br />
Neiva<br />
Palmira<br />
Pamplona<br />
Pasto<br />
Pereira<br />
Popayan<br />
Quibdo<br />
Riohacha<br />
Rionegro<br />
San Andrés<br />
Santa Marta<br />
Sincelejo<br />
Tulua<br />
Tunja<br />
Valledupar<br />
Villavicencio<br />
Yopal<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Colombia pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Import restrictions apply to many types of goods. Senders should determine restrictions from<br />
Colombian authorities. The Colombian Customs Administration (DIAN) has advised that items not<br />
accompanied by a complete declaration of contents and value are liable to be seized.<br />
Special documentation<br />
A commercial invoice, numbered, certified and signed by the sender must accompany each package<br />
containing books and periodicals of a commercial nature.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Colombia prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Animal products<br />
Cereals and their derivatives<br />
Chemicals and pharmaceutical<br />
products<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Cocoa and coffee<br />
Colombian stamps<br />
Cork<br />
Cosmetics and soap Fats, oils,<br />
derivatives of oils<br />
Flour and flour products<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
Fuel<br />
Hosiery and textiles<br />
Meat<br />
Milk and milk products<br />
Military equipment<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Precious and coloured metals<br />
Precious stones<br />
Publications of a communist or<br />
atheist character<br />
Raw cotton<br />
Saccharine<br />
Silver items<br />
Spices<br />
Tea<br />
Varnishes and paints<br />
Wax.
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COMOROS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $359 3 20 kg $470<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 7–8 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � 3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Anjouan, Grande Comore, Moheli and Moroni<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels are only available to Moroni and Mutsamudu.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from the Comoros authorities before posting weapons<br />
and parts of weapons. Comoros admits cigarettes sent by private individuals and intended for the<br />
personal use of the addressees only in the quantities allowed by customs officials.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Comoros prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Antiques<br />
Credit card blanks<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Invoices, blank<br />
Ivory<br />
Playing cards<br />
Narcotics except for medical<br />
reasons<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Publications that may jeopardise<br />
the Moslem religion or the<br />
security of the State<br />
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CONGO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $2939<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2939<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bacongo<br />
Brazzaville<br />
Chic<br />
Djinji<br />
Djoue<br />
Dolisie<br />
Intendance<br />
Kilometre 4<br />
Kinsoundi<br />
Loandjili<br />
Loudima<br />
Losange<br />
Makelekele<br />
Matende<br />
Mayumba<br />
Mbota<br />
Mfilou<br />
Moukoundji<br />
Ngouaka<br />
Moukoundo<br />
Moungali<br />
�<br />
Mpissa<br />
Mvoumvou<br />
Nkayi<br />
Nouveau Tie<br />
Tie<br />
Ouenze<br />
Ouesse<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Plateau<br />
Plateau des 15<br />
Ans<br />
Pointe Noire<br />
Poto Poto<br />
Qu S O A E M<br />
Qu Tchinouka<br />
Qu Tie Tie<br />
Songolo<br />
Talangai<br />
Tchimanyi<br />
Qu St Pierre<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Congo authorities before posting:<br />
Books and printed publications Plants and parts of plants Weapons.<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Special documentation<br />
Tobacco products<br />
All goods require an import permit.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Congo prohibits:.<br />
Absinthe<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Animal skins<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Antiques<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Money orders<br />
Perishables
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Formerly Zaire<br />
CONGO, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 7–9 work days �<br />
�<br />
1 20 kg $5000<br />
8–10 work days � � 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bandundu<br />
Beni<br />
Boma<br />
Bukavu<br />
Bunia<br />
Butembo<br />
Gbadolite<br />
Gemena<br />
Goma<br />
Ilebo<br />
Inkisi<br />
Isiro<br />
Kananga<br />
Kasangulu<br />
Kinshasa<br />
Kisangani<br />
Kolwezi<br />
Likasi<br />
Lubumbashi<br />
Matadi<br />
Mbandaka<br />
Mbanza<br />
Ngungu<br />
Mbuji Mayi<br />
Moanda<br />
Tshela<br />
Tshikapa<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Democratic Republic of Congo authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Distilling apparatus<br />
Firearms<br />
Plants, fruit and grain<br />
Saccharine and similar<br />
substances.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All goods require an import licence, except:<br />
� commercial samples<br />
� personal gifts to the value of 50 zaires.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Democratic Republic of Congo prohibits:<br />
Absinthe, liquors based on<br />
absinthe<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Military samples<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
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September 2007<br />
COOK ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–5 work days $940 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $940<br />
4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Raratonga<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Import restrictions are the same as New Zealand, except for the items below.<br />
Personal gifts<br />
The limit for personal gifts not requiring an import licence is $NZ40.<br />
Intoxicating liquor<br />
Cook Islands accepts intoxicating liquors only if addressed to:<br />
The Manager, Cook Islands Liquor Supplies.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Documentation requirements are the same as New Zealand.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Prohibitions are the same as New Zealand.
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COSTA RICA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Alajuela, Cartago, Heredia, and San Jose<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail Destinations for Parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Parcels are available only to Golfito, Puntarenas, Limon and<br />
Paso Canoas.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Costa Rica authorities before posting weapons<br />
and parts of weapons. All imports exceeding $CIF500 require an entry in the Registrado de Pedido<br />
Confirmado through the Central Bank of Costa Rica.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All commercial goods require an invoice in duplicate.<br />
Used clothing requires a Certificate of Disinfection.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Costa Rica prohibits:<br />
Animal skins<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Obscene or immoral goods<br />
Plants<br />
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Ivory Coast<br />
September 2007<br />
CÔTE D'IVOIRE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days $2939 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Abidjan<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Côte D'Ivoire pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Côte D'Ivoire authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and distilled spirits<br />
Distilling apparatus<br />
Essences soluble in alcohol<br />
Firearms<br />
Gramophone records<br />
Medicines<br />
Mineral waters<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Publications in Arabic<br />
Saccharine<br />
Sugarcane.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice and Certificate of Origin.<br />
Côte D'Ivoire requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Côte D'Ivoire prohibits:<br />
Coins and medallions resembling<br />
coinage<br />
Diamonds, rough<br />
Non-metric weights and<br />
measures<br />
Red Cross, markings resembling<br />
Trademarks, false or imitated,<br />
French.
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CROATIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Baderna Dubrovnik Kotoriba Okrug Gornji Skrljevo Varazdinske<br />
Bakar Duga Resa Kozino Omis<br />
Slano<br />
Toplice<br />
Bakarac Dugi Rat Kraljevica Opatija Sljivosevci Vela Luka<br />
Bale<br />
Dugo Selo Krapina Orahovica Smilcic Velika Gorica<br />
Barban Dugopolje Krapinske Orasac Solin<br />
Veliko<br />
Barbariga Fazana Toplice Oroslavlje Split<br />
Trgovisce<br />
Bedekovcina Galizana Krizevci Osijek Sracinec Viljevo<br />
Belica Gat<br />
Kumrovec Pag<br />
Stari Jankovci Vinjerac<br />
Belisce Gata<br />
Labin Pakostane Stari Mikanovci Vinkovci<br />
Benkovac Gorjani Lepoglava Pazin Stobrec Vir<br />
Bibinje Gornja Stubica Levanjska Petrcane Strigova Viskovci<br />
Biograd Gruda Lopatinec Petrijevci Strizivojna Viskovo<br />
Bizovac Hrascina Lovran Piskorevci Sukosan Visnjan<br />
Bjelovar Trgovisce Ludbreg Ploce Sveti Djurdj Vladislavci<br />
Bracevci Hum Na Sutli Mala Subotica Podgajci Sveti Filip I Vodnjan<br />
Breznica Icici<br />
Mali Bukovec Podgorac Jakov Vranjic<br />
Brodjanci Ivanec Marcana Podstrana Sveti Ivan Vratisinec<br />
Brtonigla Jesenice Marija Bistrica Polaca Zelina Vrsar<br />
Budimci Josipovac Marijanci Policnik Sveti Kriz Vrsi<br />
Buje<br />
Jurdani Matulji Porec<br />
Zacretje Vuka<br />
Bunic Kanfanar Medulin Posedarje Sveti Martin Na Vukovar<br />
Buzet Karin Donji Miholjacki PorecPrelog<br />
Muri Zabok<br />
Cakovec Karlovac Mlini<br />
Pridraga Sveti Petar U Zadar<br />
Cavtat Kastav Mokosica Pridvorje Sumi Zagreb<br />
Cepin Kastel Gomilica Moscenicka Privlaga, Svetvincenat Zegar<br />
Cilipi<br />
Kastel<br />
Draga Dalmacija Tar<br />
Zemunik<br />
Crnkovci Kambelovac Moslavina Pula<br />
Trnava Zlatar<br />
Dekanovec Kastel Luksic Podravska Punitovci Trnovec Zlatar Bistrica<br />
Djakovo Kastel Stari Nasice Rasa<br />
Bartolovecki Zmajevac<br />
Donja Dubrava Kastel Sucurac Nin<br />
Razanac Trogir Zminj<br />
Donja Stubica Klanjec Nova Vas Rijeka Trsteno Zrnovnica<br />
Donji Martijanec Klis<br />
Novi Marof Rovinj Tuhelj Zuljana<br />
Donji Miholjac Koprivnica Novigrad Satnica Turcin<br />
Draganici Korcula Novigrad, Selci DjakovackiUmag<br />
Draskovec Koska<br />
Dalmacija Selnica Valpovo<br />
Drenje Kostrena Obrovac Semeljci Varazdin<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
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CROATIA – continued<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter service<br />
The guaranteed service is available only from designated postcodes in Victoria, South <strong>Australia</strong> and<br />
Tasmania.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Croatia authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic fluids<br />
Animal products<br />
Beverages<br />
Books, brochures, newspapers,<br />
printed matter<br />
Cereals and milling industry<br />
products<br />
September 2007<br />
Cosmetic and toilet products<br />
Game machines<br />
Measuring instruments<br />
Narcotics<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Precious metals and articles made<br />
of<br />
Rubber articles<br />
Tobacco<br />
Toys.<br />
Personal use items<br />
Croatia admits duty-free articles for the personal use of the addressee to the value of 300 Kunas<br />
(approximately $60).<br />
Special documentation<br />
Customs declarations must contain all information needed to assess duties, taxes and controls.<br />
All commercial goods must include an invoice attached to the customs declaration. Croatia requires a<br />
Certificate of Origin for some goods.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Croatia prohibits:<br />
Croatian currency Medicine with an expired use-by<br />
date.
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CUBA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Camaguey<br />
Ciego De Avila<br />
Cienfuegos<br />
Granma<br />
Guantanamo<br />
Havana<br />
Holguin<br />
Isla De La<br />
Juventud<br />
La Habana<br />
Las Tunas<br />
Matanzas<br />
Pinar Delrio<br />
Sancti Spiritus<br />
Santiago De<br />
Cuba<br />
Varadero<br />
Villaclara<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
All organisations of the State and its enterprises, embassy and diplomatic personnel in Cuba, and<br />
representatives of international agencies are authorised to receive items which correspond to their<br />
activities. All contents are subject to customs duty, except prosthetics, educational books, records and<br />
films. Cuban authorities will seize any item they cannot readily identify.<br />
Stamps<br />
Only the Philatelic Federation can exchange stamps.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All packages require an invoice endorsed by a Cuban consul attached to the customs declaration.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Cuba prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Animal produce<br />
Animal products<br />
Animal skins<br />
Antiques<br />
Chewing gum<br />
Clothing and footwear, used<br />
Cotton plants and seeds<br />
Earth and minerals<br />
Electronic recording systems<br />
Electronics<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Hair-dye<br />
Hermetically sealed containers<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and circulars<br />
Maps<br />
Military equipment<br />
Perishables<br />
Plant products<br />
Plants<br />
Playing cards<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Recording tape, films and<br />
photographic papers<br />
Scent<br />
Spare parts for motor vehicles<br />
Spectacles and binoculars<br />
Tobacco.<br />
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September 2007<br />
CYPRUS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
* No ECI or EPI – Parcels merchandise to places marked with an asterisk * – ECI documents only.<br />
Agios Camlibel * Episkopi Guzelyurt Lefke * Paralimni<br />
Atharnasios Catalkoy * Episkopi British Omorfo * Lefkosa * Pasakoy *<br />
Agios Dometios Chloraka Forces Haspolat * Limassol Salamis *<br />
Aglardijia Cihangir Esentepe Karaman Limassol Town Serdarli Catos *<br />
Akdogan Lisi * Abohori * Aykurus * Karmi * Liopetri Strovolos<br />
Akrotori Deftera Gazi Magosa Karaoglanoglu Maltepe * Taskent Vuno<br />
Alaykoy Degirmenlik Famagusta * Ayorgi * Mehmetcik Sihari *<br />
Yerolako * Dekelia Gecitkale Kato Polemidia Galadya * Xylofagou<br />
Aradipou Derinia Lefkonuk * Lakatamia Mesa Gitonia Xylotymbou<br />
Avgorou Dikmen Gemikonagi * Lapta Nicosia Y Iskele *<br />
Beyarmudu Digomo * Geri<br />
Laphetos * Nicosia Town Zumrutkoy<br />
Pergama * Doganci Elye * Germasogia Larnaca 1000–1107 Kadakopya *<br />
Bogazkoy * Dortyol Geroskipou Larnaca Town Paphos<br />
Buyukkonuk * Engomi Girne Kyrenia * Latsia Paphos Town<br />
For articles addressed to a post office box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Cypriot authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Drugs and medicines Plants<br />
Bees and honey<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
Saccharine<br />
Cigarette papers<br />
Milk<br />
Silkworm eggs<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Special documentation<br />
Parasites and insect killers Weapons and parts.<br />
Cyprus admits drugs and medicines only with a permit from the Health Ministry.<br />
Cyprus admits bees only under licence from the Ministry of Agriculture.<br />
An invoice, in an unsealed envelope firmly attached to the outside of postal items, must accompany<br />
all commercial shipments.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Cyprus prohibits:<br />
Cotton<br />
Counterfeit stamps and goods<br />
False trade marks<br />
Gambling machines<br />
Immoral material<br />
Imports originating in Turkey<br />
Leather and skins<br />
Leeches and silkworms<br />
Ornaments or pieces resembling<br />
coins<br />
Reproductions of bank notes or<br />
designs resembling them<br />
Salt<br />
Toys resembling firearms.
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CZECH REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations. For articles addressed to a post<br />
office box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Czech customs decide the value of an article based on the internal price of similar articles. Articles<br />
to a value of 300 crowns are exempt from customs duty.<br />
Gifts<br />
Gifts not exceeding 5000 crowns for the personal use of the addressee or family do not require an<br />
import permit. If the gift exceeds 2000 crowns, the addressee must provide a gift certificate<br />
authenticated by an authorised agent.<br />
Stamps<br />
Senders should ascertain import restrictions from the addressee before sending postage stamps.<br />
Gifts of philatelic articles are restricted to 3 per year and the shipment must not exceed 100 stamps<br />
and 100 crowns in value. Philatelic articles to philatelists must not exceed 1000 crowns in any year.<br />
Used clothing<br />
Czech Republic admits used clothing, underwear and footwear only in the following conditions:<br />
� persons emigrating for a lengthy period or for professional reasons<br />
� inherited or bequeathed clothing<br />
� personal clothing of travellers that accords with the duration and purpose of their journey.<br />
Senders should state the relevant condition on the customs declaration.<br />
Books, records, tapes and films<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al articles containing books, printed publications, gramophone records, recording tape or<br />
cinefilms must not contain other goods.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Attach all invoices to the customs declaration.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Czech Republic prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Precious metals<br />
Saccharine.<br />
Chain letters<br />
Reproductions of bank notes or<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
designs resembling them<br />
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DENMARK<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 5–6 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$5000<br />
$5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns in Denmark<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels has delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by mail.<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Denmark pays compensation only in cases of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import Restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Danish authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Bedding<br />
Bees<br />
Brazil nuts<br />
Butter<br />
Eggs<br />
Films<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Fruit<br />
Hides<br />
Margarine<br />
Meat and meat products<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Securities payable to the bearer,<br />
obligations of payment etc<br />
Semen<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Vegetables.<br />
Special documentation<br />
For commercial goods, the sender should post an invoice to the addressee in advance of the goods.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Denmark prohibits:<br />
Coins, imitation<br />
Knives<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Labels or markings resembling<br />
the official marks or seals of<br />
Danish Customs<br />
Powdered milk<br />
Stamps and securities, imitation<br />
Tobacco and cigarette papers
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DJIBOUTI<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $3619 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$1536<br />
$1536<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Djibouti, Berbera (Somalia) and Hargeysa (Somalia)<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Djibouti pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Djibouti authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products Drugs and medicines Firearms.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Djibouti has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Djibouti prohibits all items offensive to the Muslim<br />
culture. These include:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Pork products<br />
pornography<br />
Religious publications and figures<br />
Weights and measures.<br />
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DOMINICA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Dominican authorities before posting:<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Fruit<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Firearms<br />
Special documentation<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and seeds.<br />
Commercial goods require an import permit. Senders must include an invoice with merchandise.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Dominica prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Authors rights, infringements of Ivory<br />
Playing cards<br />
Bees<br />
Coins<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous Silkworms.
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
ECI � 3-4 work days $5000 �<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 4–6 work days $5000 �<br />
20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 2 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
2 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels are available only to Santiago, Puerto Plata, La Romana,<br />
Samana, San Pedro, Sanchez Azua, Elias Pina, Dajabon, Jimani and Barahona.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Dominican Republic authorities before posting:<br />
Medicines Seeds Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Dominican Republic has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>,<br />
Dominican Republic prohibits:<br />
Communist propaganda<br />
Credit cards blank<br />
Gambling appliances<br />
Immoral or obscene material<br />
Ivory<br />
Plants or parts of plants<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
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EAST TIMOR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 1 5–6 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 5–6 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Restoration of postal services to East Timor<br />
The United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor is responsible for postal services. <strong>Post</strong><br />
Offices are operating in Dili and Baucau, and the UN mission is gradually restoring other services.<br />
Mail delivery is primarily by means of collection from <strong>Post</strong> Office Boxes.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The United Nations Transitional Administration determines import restrictions. At the date of<br />
publication, no special restrictions exist.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The United Nations Transitional Administration determines special documentation requirements. At<br />
the date of publication, no such requirements exist.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
The United Nations Transitional Administration determines prohibitions. At the date of publication,<br />
no prohibitions exist in addition to items prohibited by the Dangerous and Prohibited Goods &<br />
Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.
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ECUADOR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Ambato<br />
Bahia<br />
Chone<br />
Cuenca<br />
Esmeraldas<br />
Galapagos<br />
Guayaquil<br />
Ibarra<br />
Latacunga<br />
Loja<br />
Machala<br />
Manta<br />
Otavalo<br />
Portoviejo<br />
Quevedo<br />
Quito<br />
Riobamba<br />
Santo Domingo<br />
Tulcan<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Ecuador authorities before posting:<br />
Cigarette papers<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Drugs and medicines Tea<br />
Ecuador requires an import permit for all commercial goods. Ecuador confiscates commercial goods<br />
unless the addressee holds an import licence.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Consular invoice<br />
Goods that exceed a value of 2000 sucres require five copies of an invoice endorsed by a Consul of<br />
Ecuador and sent separately to the addressee. Items without such an invoice pay higher duties.<br />
Health Certificate<br />
Articles containing vegetable components in any form require a Health Certificate.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Ecuador prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Advertising containing<br />
reproductions of currency<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Baby feeders with tubes<br />
Copper<br />
Erasers<br />
Firearms<br />
Fruit and seeds<br />
Gaming items<br />
Immoral or obscene material<br />
Ivory<br />
Perishable substances or<br />
foodstuffs<br />
Pharmaceutical and medical<br />
products of unknown<br />
composition<br />
Plants<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps<br />
Straw hats<br />
Tobacco<br />
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EGYPT<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $2939 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $2939<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2939<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Abu Zinmah<br />
Alexandria<br />
Assiout<br />
Aswan<br />
Banha<br />
Beni Souef<br />
Bir El-Abd<br />
Cairo<br />
Dahab<br />
Damanhour<br />
Damiette<br />
El-Arish<br />
El-Mansoura<br />
El-Tûr<br />
Fayoum<br />
Gizah<br />
Hourghada<br />
Ismaîla<br />
Karf El-Sheikh<br />
Kénèh<br />
Khargueh<br />
Luxor<br />
Marsa Matrouh<br />
Minîeh<br />
Nuweiba<br />
Port Said<br />
Rafah<br />
Ras Sidr<br />
Sharm El-<br />
Sheikh<br />
Shebin El-Kom<br />
Sheikh Zuweid<br />
Suhag<br />
Taba<br />
Tantah<br />
Zagazig<br />
Zuez<br />
ECI and EP – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Egyptian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Animal products<br />
Bees, parasites and silkworms<br />
Chemical products<br />
Carpets<br />
Fish of all kinds<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Soap<br />
Tobacco.<br />
Egypt requires an import permit for all goods except personal gifts up to 20 Egyptian pounds value.<br />
Before posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Moslem religious books written in other than an Arabic language require a permit from the Customs<br />
Department. Copies of the Koran require a permit from the Department of Public Security.<br />
Items of workmanship in precious metals must be marked as to metal content.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All commercial goods or merchandise must contain an invoice, a detailed list of contents, and a<br />
Certificate of Origin. Egyptian postcodes always precede the name of the city or town.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Egypt prohibits lottery tickets.
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EL SALVADOR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Ahachapán<br />
Chalatenango<br />
Cojutepeque<br />
La Unión<br />
Nueva San<br />
Salvador<br />
San Francisco<br />
Gotera<br />
San Miguel<br />
San Salvador<br />
San Vicente<br />
Santa Ana<br />
Santa Rosa de<br />
Lina<br />
Santa Tecla Usulután<br />
Sensuntepeque Zacatecoluca<br />
Sonsonate<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from El Salvador authorities before posting:<br />
Coffee<br />
Pharmaceutical products Spirits and liqueur essences<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Parasites and insect killers Sugar.<br />
Medicines<br />
Saccharine<br />
Special documentation<br />
Adhesive tape used in packaging must bear the name and mark, stamp or signature of the sender.<br />
Commercial packages require an accompanying invoice with a duplicate copy posted separately to the<br />
addressee.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), El Salvador prohibits:<br />
Abortion-inducing items<br />
Bees<br />
Cigarette papers<br />
Concentrated wines<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Deeds<br />
Gambling devices/machines<br />
Items contrary to the political,<br />
social and economic order of<br />
the State<br />
Ivory<br />
Leeches<br />
Must and chemical substances<br />
useable for fabricating wines<br />
Silkworms.<br />
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EQUATORIAL GUINEA<br />
Including Rio Muni and Macias Nguema Biyoga<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days � � 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Malabo<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to Spain.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to Spain.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Prohibitions are the same as Spain. In addition, Equatorial Guinea prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Animal products<br />
Antiques<br />
Cheques, cashier<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Personal effects<br />
Precious metals and stones
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ERITREA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Asmara, Assab and Massawa<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Eritrean authorities before posting:<br />
Books and magazines Medicines Video tapes<br />
Cassettes<br />
Weapons and weapon parts<br />
Special documentation<br />
A Certificate of Fumigation must accompany all used clothing. The articles must be marked<br />
FUMIGATED.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Eritrea prohibits:<br />
Items contrary to the political, Ivory<br />
social or economic order of the<br />
State<br />
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ESTONIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $2351 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $3527<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3527<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Stamps<br />
Estonia admits cancelled or non-cancelled stamps only as part of an organised philatelic exchange.<br />
Medicines<br />
Estonia admits only those medicines and vitamins authorised by the Records Office for Medicines<br />
and Pharmaceutical Products.<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Estonian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Animal products<br />
Bees<br />
Dairy and fish products<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
Tobacco<br />
Weapons.<br />
Food products up to 5 kg<br />
May be imported without a certificate in parcels, except raw material of animal origin, thermally<br />
untreated food products of animal origin, food additives and admixtures.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Seeds and plants<br />
Seeds, plants and parts of plants require a Phytosanitary Certificate from the <strong>Australia</strong>n Quarantine<br />
and Inspection Service.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Estonia prohibits:<br />
Currency, foreign Paper securities serving as<br />
instruments of payment<br />
Trademarks and labels<br />
Traveller’s cheques.
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ETHIOPIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Addis Ababa<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Ethiopian authorities before posting:<br />
Books and magazines Medicines Video tapes<br />
Cassettes<br />
Special documentation<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
A Certificate of Fumigation must accompany all used clothing. The articles must be marked<br />
FUMIGATED.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Ethiopia prohibits ivory.<br />
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FALKLAND ISLANDS (MALVINAS)<br />
Including South Georgia, South Orkney Islands, South Sandwich Islands,<br />
South Shetland Islands and British Antarctic Territory<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI � �<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
1 7–9 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
8–10 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
�<br />
2 20 kg �<br />
8–10 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � 2 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
2 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for Parcels<br />
Delivery of Air Mail and Sea Mail Parcels is via the United Kingdom, from where delivery is by sea.<br />
Available only to Falkland Islands, South Georgia and British Antarctic Territory.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Falkland Islands authorities before posting drugs,<br />
firearms or medicines.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Falkland Islands has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI Regulations (see �5.8.2), Falkland Islands prohibits parasite and insect killers.
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FAROE ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery: Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4-6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7-10 work days �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7-10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted –. see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels is available to any of the islands where there is a ferry connection<br />
from the capital of Faroe Islands, Thorshavn, and throughout the capital itself.<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to Denmark.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to Denmark.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Prohibitions the same as Denmark. In addition, Faroe Islands prohibit:<br />
Antiques Furs Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
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FIJI<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–5 work days $691 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $694<br />
3–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Labasa Lautoka Nadi Nadi Airport Suva<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Fijian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Cereals<br />
Coffee and tea<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
Medicines<br />
Milk and butter<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Sugar<br />
Video tapes<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Tobacco<br />
Fiji admits up to 10 kg of tobacco or tobacco products if no other goods are in the same article.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require a certified invoice attached to the outside of the package.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Fiji prohibits birds’ eggs.
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Including Åland<br />
FINLAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days $5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations. ECI and EPI - Parcels are<br />
delivered to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but not <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Finnish authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Almanacs and calendars<br />
Animal products<br />
Cloth and material<br />
Firearms<br />
Honeycomb<br />
Meat products<br />
Medicines<br />
Used clothing<br />
Finland accepts used clothing only if thoroughly clean.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Finnish postcodes always precede the name of the city or town.<br />
Plant or weed-killer<br />
Plants of parts of plants<br />
Poisons<br />
Seeds.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Finland prohibits:<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Immoral or obscene material<br />
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FRANCE<br />
Including Corsica and postal services in Andorra and Monaco<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days $1000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 2 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
September 2007<br />
2 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines Monaco only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Valuables<br />
An important permit issued by the Banque de France must accompany all valuables. Andorra and<br />
Monaco do not accept valuables in letters with Extra Cover up to 500g.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from French authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Animal products<br />
Baby’s comforters<br />
Books and publications<br />
Cereals<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Electric blankets<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Fruit<br />
Gemstones<br />
Helmets, motorcycle<br />
Instruments, measuring<br />
Jewellery, imitation<br />
Medicines<br />
Metals, precious<br />
Pearls and precious stones<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Roots and bulbs<br />
Rubber articles<br />
Seeds<br />
Syringes and needles<br />
Television receivers<br />
Terminal equipment<br />
Tobacco<br />
Toys<br />
Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Invoices<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice. Senders should contact the French authorities for<br />
further information.<br />
Gifts<br />
Gifts do not require an invoice. Mark the address side of gifts ENVOI ISOLE GRATUIT.<br />
Customs declarations<br />
Customs declarations must contain sufficient information for the application of duties and controls.<br />
France grants duty-exemption and senders should contact the French authorities for further<br />
information.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), France prohibits:<br />
Bark from resinous timber<br />
Colouring matter<br />
Gambling machines<br />
Lottery material<br />
Material contrary to public order<br />
Metallic yarn or trimmings of<br />
gold thread<br />
Metallised<br />
Material harmful to young people<br />
Pearls coated with lead salts
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FRENCH GUIANA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Cayenne Matoury Montsinery Remire (Montjoly) St Laurent du<br />
Kourou<br />
Maroni<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Import restrictions are the same as France. In addition, senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from French Guiana authorities before posting:<br />
Coffee or parts of coffee plants<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to France.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Cacao or parts of cacao plants Sugar cane or parts of sugar cane<br />
plants.<br />
Prohibitions that same as France. In addition, French Guiana prohibits:<br />
Blank forms<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Labels<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
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FRENCH POLYNESIA<br />
Including Society Islands, Gambier Islands, Marquesas Islands, Tahiti,<br />
Tuamotu Islands and Tubuai Islands<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI � �<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
1 3–5 work days<br />
�<br />
� �<br />
3–5 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $1771<br />
3–5 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from French Polynesian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Firearms<br />
Special documentation<br />
Medicines Plants or parts of plants.<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), French Polynesia prohibits:<br />
Bees and insects Pirated literary works Trademarks, false or imitated.
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GABON<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Libreville, Port-Gentil and Sao Tome<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Gabon authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Chemicals<br />
Firearms<br />
Pharmaceuticals<br />
Special documentation<br />
Gabon requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Most food-related items need a Phytosanitary<br />
Certificate.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Gabon prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Antiques<br />
Deeds<br />
Drugs, non-prescription<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices/machines<br />
Ivory<br />
Pirated editions of books<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Sugar<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
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GAMBIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bakau, Banjul, Fajaka, Lamin, Serekunda and Yundum<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Gambian authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Firearms<br />
Leeches<br />
Special documentation<br />
Parasites and insect killers Silkworms.<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice in duplicate.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Gambia prohibits subversive items.
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GEORGIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $470 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $1176<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1176<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Batumi Kutaisi Poti Rustavi Tbilisi<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Georgian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fruit<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Medicines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Fish products<br />
Personal use items<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons, hunting.<br />
Weapons and weapon parts<br />
Georgia admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Special documentation<br />
Quantity<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Georgia prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Furs<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Credit cards<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Ivory<br />
Printed matter of an offensive<br />
nature<br />
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GERMANY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 2 4–6 work days $5000 3 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � 3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 2 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by registered or<br />
express post. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
2 Valuables in air mail letters may have Extra Cover only up to $900<br />
3 Parcels with a street address will be delivered more quickly than those for a PO Box<br />
address. Inclusion of the addressee’s telephone number is recommended to facilitate parcel<br />
delivery<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from German authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Seed<br />
Beer, wine and spirits Hair<br />
Tobaccos<br />
Chemical or allied industries Hides and skins, raw<br />
Toys<br />
products<br />
Mineral products<br />
Vegetable products<br />
Coins and medals<br />
Paper and paper-board Wood<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Pharmaceutical products Wool.<br />
Gifts<br />
Articles posted as bona fide private gifts are generally exempt from duty .<br />
Special documentation<br />
Where required, senders must attach unsealed Certificates of Origin or Phytosanitary Certificates to<br />
the customs declaration. Goods delivered against payment must contain an invoice in duplicate.<br />
Addressing<br />
German postcodes always precede the name of the city or locality (for example, 22767 HAMBURG).<br />
Use of this address format expedites mail processing within Germany.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Germany prohibits:<br />
Absinth<br />
Listening devices<br />
Small arms<br />
Base metals<br />
Methyl alcohol<br />
Some mineral products<br />
Coins and medals<br />
Printed matter, videos & sound Toy weapons<br />
Dry vine wood<br />
recordings of an offensive Video games.<br />
Liquids with above 82% alcohol nature<br />
�
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GHANA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 3 Extra Cover only. No notes. 3 Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Ghana prohibits coins in any mail article<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Ghana authorities before posting:<br />
Carbon paper<br />
Cocoa plants and seeds<br />
Cotton seed<br />
Dairy products<br />
Films<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Fish products<br />
Medicines<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps<br />
Uniforms<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders should separately post invoices, Certificate of Origin and any other required certificates to<br />
addressees for presentation on delivery. Invoices values must be in pounds sterling.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Ghana prohibits:<br />
Coins Gaming<br />
equipment<br />
Live trees and<br />
other plants<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Spirits<br />
Subversive literature<br />
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GIBRALTAR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to Gibraltar<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Gibraltar authorities before posting weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Gibraltar has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Gibraltar prohibits:<br />
Animal skins<br />
Antiques<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and related items<br />
Precious metals and stones
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GREECE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI � 2–4 work days Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
$5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
3–7 work days � � 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 1 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 Valuables<br />
Greece admits public securities and securities payable to bearer only with the authorisation of the<br />
Ministry of Finance and Economy.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Greek authorities before posting:<br />
Cigarette (or equally fine) paper<br />
Firearms<br />
Guns, sporting<br />
Meat products<br />
Milk, condensed<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Silk cocoons<br />
All items, including gifts, are subject to customs duty.<br />
Tobacco leaf<br />
Television receivers<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Special documentation<br />
Used Clothing<br />
Used clothing, dress materials, footwear, old papers and packing materials require a Certificate of<br />
Disinfection.<br />
Commercial goods<br />
Many commercial goods require the addressee to hold an import licence. Senders must attach a<br />
commercial invoice to customs documentation. Greece grants duty-exemption for items up to a<br />
certain value, senders must check with Greek authorities for this value.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Greece prohibits:<br />
Aluminium in leaves or foil<br />
Lottery tickets and related items<br />
Playing cards<br />
Publications of a seditious nature<br />
Saccharine<br />
Salt<br />
Snuff<br />
Tobacco or tobacco products in<br />
letters<br />
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GREENLAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery: –<br />
see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover<br />
to:<br />
Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–10 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–10 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Jacobshavn, Nuuk, Sondre Stromfjord and Stromfjord<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to Denmark.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to Denmark.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Prohibitions are the same as Denmark. In addition, Greenland prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Ivory Precious metals and stones<br />
Furs
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GRENADA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to St Georges, Carriacou and Petit Martinique<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Grenada authorities before posting:<br />
Fruit Medicines Plants and parts of plants.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Grenada has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Grenada prohibits:<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Currency, forged or counterfeit<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Gold and silver items bearing<br />
imitations of British hallmarks<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Personal effects<br />
Playing cards<br />
Shaving brushes from Japan.<br />
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GUADELOUPE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Basse Terre Desirade Grand Bourg St Louis Terre De Bas Terre De Haut<br />
Capesterre Gosier (Hotels) Point a Pitre<br />
(Les Saints) (Les Saints)<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Guadeloupe authorities before posting:<br />
Coffee or parts of coffee plants Cacao or parts of cacao plants Parts of sugar cane plants<br />
Otherwise, restrictions are the same as France.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to France.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Prohibitions are the same as France. In addition, Guadeloupe prohibits:<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Playing cards<br />
Price tickets for garments<br />
Publications for public resale
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GUAM<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
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GUATEMALA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
Not permitted in ECI � Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Antigua Guatemala Huehuetenango Puerto Barrios Quezaltenango Retalhuleu<br />
Guatemala capital<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail deilvery).<br />
Guatemala does not accept ECI or EPI – Parcels duty-payable articles (merchandise).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Guatemala authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Cinefilms<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Bees<br />
Honeycombs<br />
Seed<br />
Chain letters<br />
Special documentation<br />
Medicines<br />
Silkworms<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Customs documentation<br />
Article<br />
Letters without Extra Cover up<br />
to 500 g weight and up to $500<br />
value<br />
Use customs form<br />
CN22<br />
Letters or Parcels without Extra<br />
Cover more than 500 g weight<br />
or $500 value<br />
Invoices<br />
CP72<br />
Commercial goods require duplicate invoices endorsed by a Guatemalan consul. Attach the invoices<br />
to the customs declaration.<br />
Sealing tape<br />
Adhesive tape of any kind used for sealing postal items must bear the name, mark or signature of the<br />
sender upon the tape surface.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Guatemala prohibits:<br />
Baby feeders or accessories with<br />
glass tubes<br />
Gardenia seeds or seedlings<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Hessian bags, used<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Military equipment<br />
Powder of any kind<br />
Seditious articles<br />
Telegraphic apparatus<br />
Whistles, as used by police.
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GUINEA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $1528<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1528<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Conakry<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Guinea authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Leeches<br />
Serums and vaccines<br />
Bees<br />
Medicines<br />
Sugarcane.<br />
Distilled spirits<br />
Mineral waters<br />
Firearms<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Guinea requires an import permit for many goods. Before<br />
posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
The sender should provide a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Guinea prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock Conserves with insufficient<br />
Animal products<br />
marks of origin<br />
Antiques<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Baby comforters not made of Diamonds Fish conserves<br />
pure rubber<br />
Furs<br />
Baby-feeders<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Coins and medallions resembling Ivory<br />
legal coinage<br />
Military equipment<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Trademarks, French, false or<br />
imitated<br />
Trademarks resembling the Red<br />
Cross<br />
Non-metric weights and<br />
measures.<br />
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GUINEA-BISSAU<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bissau<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Guinea-Bissau authorities before posting drugs,<br />
medicines or firearms.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Guinea-Bissau has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Guinea-Bissau prohibits:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Antiques<br />
Drugs, non-prescription<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Plants<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps resembling those<br />
in current circulation<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Seditious printed matter and<br />
films.
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GUYANA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a post office box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Guyana authorities before posting:<br />
Firearms<br />
Newsprint and writing paper Toilet waters<br />
Food products<br />
Plants and parts of<br />
Vegetables and fruit.<br />
Medicines<br />
Special documentation<br />
Spirits and wines<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Guyana requires an import permit for many goods. Before<br />
posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. The sender<br />
should provide a Certificate of Origin for British-made goods.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Guyana prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Shaving brushes made in Japan<br />
Animal products<br />
Linen<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Subversive publications<br />
Coins<br />
Obscene articles<br />
Trademarks, imitated<br />
Currency, counterfeit Plants<br />
Window glass.<br />
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September 2007<br />
HAITI<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bourdon Delmas Jeremie Martissant Petit Goave St Marc<br />
Cap Haitien Diquini Laboule Petionville Port-au-Prince Thomassin<br />
Carrefourshada Gonaives Leogane<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Haitian authorities before posting medicines or<br />
bees.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Haiti has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Haiti prohibits:<br />
Contraceptives Drugs<br />
Ivory<br />
Items contrary to the political,<br />
social or moral order of Haiti.
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HONDURAS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Sealed letters<br />
Honduras does not accept letters sealed with adhesive tape.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Honduras authorities before posting drugs,<br />
firearms or firearm parts, medicines, or plants.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Used clothing requires a Certificate of Disinfection endorsed by a competent authority.<br />
Under ECI, customs require relevant invoices for samples.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Honduras prohibits ivory and offensive or immoral<br />
articles.<br />
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HONG KONG<br />
Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3-7 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
3–4 work days $5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does not deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Hong Kong authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Coffee<br />
Firearms<br />
Leeches<br />
Medicines<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Precious metals<br />
Rice<br />
Rubber<br />
Silkworms<br />
Sugar<br />
Special documentation<br />
Hong Kong requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Address import permit enquiries to Director,<br />
Trade and Industry Department, Kow Loon, Hong Kong.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Hong Kong prohibits:<br />
Advertising relating to gambling<br />
or games of chance<br />
Agriculture poisons<br />
Counterfeit currency<br />
Imitation markings of the<br />
Government Services<br />
Imitation postage stamps<br />
Lottery tickets and circulars<br />
Trademarks, false or imitated.
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HUNGARY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to main cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels have delayed delivery to other towns and rural destinations. ECI and EPI -<br />
Parcels contact the addressee to arrange a delivery point.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Automobile spare parts<br />
Hungary admits gifts of automobile spare parts (one of each kind) for the use of an individual<br />
person, subject to 60% customs duty assessed on the domestic retail value.<br />
Medicines and medical products<br />
Hungary admits medicines and medical products for the use of an individual person, to the quantities<br />
shown on the prescription or medical certificate.<br />
Medical products and vaccines sent to authorised institutes do not require the permission of the<br />
Ministry of Public Health. Items sent to the Hungarian Red Cross, to schools and to medical<br />
institutes or other establishments for teaching, science or research, are exempt from customs duties<br />
only if these establishments become the owners of the items.<br />
Gifts<br />
Hungary admits personal duty-free gifts to a value of $12. Above $12, the rate of customs duty<br />
increases proportionately to 60% as the value increases to $200. Values are the domestic retail price.<br />
The table shows the maximum permitted value of each item in a postal article. Hungary deems gifts<br />
that exceed these values as commercial items. Any item exceeding $200 must be the only item.<br />
If the postal article has a value of: $20 $40 $100 $200 $400<br />
Then, no one item may exceed: $4 $8 $20 $40 $200<br />
continued…<br />
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HUNGARY – continued<br />
Special documentation<br />
All commercial items or merchandise must include an invoice on an original letterhead with date,<br />
reference number, original signature and stamp. The invoice must clearly describe the contents and<br />
itemise each by number of units, value, country of origin and terms of trade. It should also include<br />
the type of currency and the reason for export. The table shows other documentary requirements.<br />
Item Required documentation<br />
Jewellery, and other items with<br />
gold, silver or platinum in their<br />
make up.<br />
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Hallmark of the Institute of Control and Authentication of<br />
Precious Metals.<br />
Red pepper and pimento. Examination certificate issued by the National Agriculture<br />
Substances Quality Control Institute.<br />
Mineral waters, animal products, Written authority of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food.<br />
plants and vegetable substances,<br />
veterinary medicaments.<br />
Non-Hungarian films. Written authority of the Ministry of Culture.<br />
Radio transmitters or transmitter- Written authority of the Ministry of Communications and <strong>Post</strong>s.<br />
receivers.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Hungary prohibits:<br />
Food and beverages harmful to<br />
health<br />
Natural fertilisers<br />
Publications embarrassing to the<br />
interests of the Hungarian<br />
Republic or contrary to public<br />
order of morality<br />
Roots, stems and leaves of<br />
potatoes, tomatoes and<br />
eggplant.
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ICELAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Akranes Gordabaer Isafjordur Reykjavik Stykkisholmur<br />
Akureyri Hafnarfjordur Keflavik Saudarkroukur Varma<br />
Borgarnes Hornafjordur Kopavgur Selfoss Vestmannaeyjar<br />
Egilsstadir Husavik Mosfellsveit Seltjarnarnes<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Icelandic authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Medicines<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Beer<br />
Milk<br />
Wines and liqueurs<br />
Hair, bristles<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants<br />
Wool.<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice in duplicate. Iceland requires an import permit for many<br />
goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Iceland prohibits:<br />
Animal products<br />
Lead toys<br />
Sacks or bags, used<br />
Bees<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Meat and meat products<br />
Rags<br />
Straw and hay, including when<br />
used as packaging<br />
Silkworms<br />
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INDIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4-5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $2500 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 5–6 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
2 See note 2<br />
�<br />
�<br />
$2500<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Agartala<br />
Agra<br />
Ahmedabad<br />
Aizawl<br />
Ajmer<br />
Allahabad<br />
Alwaye<br />
Ambala<br />
Amritsar<br />
Aluvay<br />
Auranbad<br />
Bangalore<br />
Bareilly<br />
Belgaon<br />
Bhopal<br />
Bhubaneshwar<br />
Bombay<br />
Calcutta<br />
Callicut<br />
Chandigharh<br />
Coimbatore<br />
Cuttack<br />
Dehradun<br />
Delhi<br />
Dhanbad<br />
Dibrugarh<br />
Faridabad<br />
Gangtok<br />
Goa<br />
Gorakhpur<br />
Gulburga<br />
Gurgaon<br />
Guwahati<br />
Gwallor<br />
Hosur<br />
Howrah<br />
Hublidharwab<br />
Hyderabad<br />
Imphal<br />
Indore<br />
Jaipur<br />
Jammu<br />
Jamshedpur<br />
Johdpur<br />
Jorhat<br />
Jullundar<br />
Kanchipuram<br />
Kanpur<br />
Kochi<br />
Kolan<br />
Kottayam<br />
Lucknow<br />
Ludhiana<br />
Madras<br />
Mangalore<br />
Meerut<br />
Moradabad<br />
Mumbai<br />
Mysore<br />
Nagpur<br />
Nasik<br />
Panaji<br />
Panipat<br />
Patna<br />
Pondicherry<br />
Pune Raipur<br />
Rajkot<br />
Ranchi<br />
Salem<br />
Shillong<br />
Shimla<br />
Silchar<br />
Siliguri<br />
Srinagar<br />
Surat<br />
Thiruananthapu<br />
ram<br />
Tirupati<br />
Tirupur<br />
Trichur<br />
Trichy<br />
Udaipur<br />
Udupi<br />
Vadodara<br />
Varanasi<br />
Vijayawada<br />
Visakhapatnam<br />
ECI articles and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Parcels by Air Mail<br />
The maximum weight for parcels is 20 kg except to the places shown in the table, where the<br />
availability of service and the maximum weight can depend on the time of year.<br />
Place Season Service availability and weight<br />
Dankhar 15 November to 30 June No service<br />
Dodamarg All year Maximum weight if addressed to<br />
a private person – 5 kg<br />
Kaza 15 November to 30 June No service<br />
Keylang<br />
Lota<br />
1 January to 31 March No service<br />
The following places in the State 1 November to 31 May Maximum weight – 4 kg<br />
of Kashmir:<br />
No Extra Cover available<br />
Dras Leh Kargil<br />
The following places in the<br />
North East Frontier Agency<br />
(Assam Circle):<br />
All year Maximum weight – 2 kg<br />
Anini Vijayanagar Tuting<br />
continued…
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INDIA – continued<br />
2 Parcels by Air Mail – continued<br />
Sealing of packages with Extra Cover<br />
Senders should seal Extra Cover packages with lead seals, wax seals, by sewing in calico, or by some<br />
other effective means. All seals should bear the same special design or mark of the sender.<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> is not available to some localities in the State of Jammu. India pays<br />
compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Indian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol, wine<br />
Antiques<br />
Arms and ammunition<br />
Bees<br />
Cinefilms, non-inflammable<br />
Cameras<br />
Computer systems<br />
Consumer electronic goods<br />
Cotton<br />
Drawing and mathematical<br />
equipment<br />
Films and videos<br />
Fountain pens and parts<br />
Gold and silver<br />
Jewellery<br />
Liqueurs<br />
Medicines<br />
Pencils, lead or propelling<br />
Perfumes<br />
Plants, fruit and seeds<br />
Precious stones and synthetic<br />
stones or gems<br />
Radio and wireless apparatus<br />
Silk and objects made of silk<br />
Sports goods and equipment<br />
Tobacco, cigars and cigarettes<br />
Watches and watch parts<br />
Wool.<br />
Perishable articles and edible substances<br />
Send perishable articles and edible substances by Air Mail.<br />
Gifts<br />
India admits gift packages up to 100 rupees without an import permit.<br />
Customs duty<br />
India calculates customs duty on all items. Books and magazines are duty-free.<br />
Special documentation<br />
India requires an import permit for all commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
The customs declaration for all commercial goods must state that an invoice in duplicate and a<br />
Certificate of Origin are enclosed.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), India prohibits:<br />
Fat of animal origin Items contrary to the political, Lottery tickets and circulars<br />
social or moral order of the<br />
State<br />
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INDONESIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Amboina<br />
Balikpapan<br />
Banda Aceh<br />
Bandung<br />
Banjarmasin<br />
Batam<br />
Bekasi<br />
Bengkulu<br />
Bogor<br />
Bontang<br />
Bukittinggi<br />
Cianjur<br />
Cibinong<br />
Cilegon<br />
Cimahi<br />
Ciputat<br />
Cirebon<br />
Denpasar<br />
Depok<br />
Jakarta<br />
Jambi<br />
Jayapura<br />
Karawang<br />
Kendari<br />
Kudus<br />
Kupang<br />
Lhoksumawe<br />
Madiun<br />
Mageland<br />
Malang<br />
Manado<br />
Mataram<br />
Medan<br />
Mojokerto<br />
Padang<br />
Palembang<br />
Palu<br />
Pangkalpinang<br />
Pekanbaru<br />
Pondokgede<br />
Pontianak<br />
Purwokerto<br />
Salatiga<br />
Samarinda<br />
Sawangan<br />
Semarang<br />
Serang<br />
Solo<br />
Suarbaya<br />
Sukabumi<br />
Sukoharjo<br />
Tangerang<br />
Tanjungkarang<br />
Tanjungpinang<br />
Tarakan<br />
Ujung Pandang<br />
Ungaran<br />
Yogyakarta<br />
In Jakarta, ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the postcode ranges 10000, 11000, 12000, 13000 and<br />
14000 (except Pulan Seribu). ECI articles and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but<br />
does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Indonesian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products Printed material in Chinese or<br />
Food and beverages<br />
Plants and parts of plants written in Chinese characters<br />
Records, cassettes and videos Printed material in Indonesian Weapons<br />
languages or dialects<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require a copy of invoice with number and date of import permit.<br />
Gift parcels and all associated documentation bear the words GIFT PARCEL FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF<br />
THE ADDRESSEE.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Indonesia prohibits:<br />
Chain letters<br />
Pirated books Publications harmful to young<br />
Obscene or immoral publications people.<br />
Recording video cassettes and laser disks are prohibited under ECI.
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IRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $1000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
Not permitted in ECI � Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the Provinces shown<br />
Azarbaydjan-<br />
Charghi<br />
Azarbaydjan-<br />
Gharbi<br />
Backtiari<br />
Bakhtaran<br />
Bouchehr<br />
Boyer Ahmed<br />
Cohkilonillet<br />
Farse<br />
Guilan<br />
Hamédan<br />
Hormozgan<br />
Ilam<br />
Isfahan<br />
Kerman<br />
Khorassan<br />
Khouzestan<br />
Kordestan<br />
Lorestan<br />
Markazi<br />
Mazandaran<br />
Semnan<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Sistan and<br />
Baloutchestan<br />
Tehaharmahal<br />
Teheran<br />
Yazd<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Iranian authorities before posting:<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Parasites and insect killers Saccharine<br />
Medicines<br />
Photographic apparatus Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Gifts<br />
Gifts should weigh not more than 10 kg.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Iran imposes import quotas and requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item,<br />
senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Iran prohibits:<br />
Chemical dyes<br />
Clothing material for resale<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Foodstuffs, perishable<br />
Games<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Plants<br />
Razor blades, used<br />
Subversive or immoral literature<br />
and items<br />
Sugar<br />
Tobacco and derivatives<br />
Toxic substances<br />
Trademarks, false or imitated<br />
Wireless apparatus.<br />
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IRAQ<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI � 5-6 work days Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 6–7 work days<br />
$5000<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$5000<br />
$5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 2 20 kg �<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
2 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
2 Extra Cover<br />
Iraq does not pay compensation for articles containing liquids, substances that easily liquefy, fragile<br />
items or perishable items.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Iraq authorities before posting:<br />
Antiques<br />
Cotton and cotton seed<br />
Fats for human consumption<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Hair-dyes containing diamine<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Salt, unrefined<br />
Serums<br />
Weapons<br />
Wines, spirits, liqueurs<br />
Wireless apparatus and transistor<br />
receivers.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Iraq has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Iraq prohibits:<br />
Baby comforters<br />
Balls, rubber<br />
Binoculars<br />
Cassettes<br />
Coins, counterfeit<br />
Foodstuff, perishable<br />
Fruit<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Meat, non-preserved<br />
Milk, condensed<br />
<strong>Post</strong>cards, pictorial, packages of<br />
Printing machines and tools<br />
Shaving brushes made in Japan<br />
Soap<br />
Subversive literature<br />
Sweets containing alcohol<br />
Tea<br />
Trademarks, false<br />
Veils, silk<br />
Vine leaves and cuttings<br />
Walkie-talkie transmitterreceivers.
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IRELAND<br />
For Northern Ireland, refer to United Kingdom<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days $2483 � 20 kg $2483<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2483<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does not deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery)<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Irish authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Anti-parasite products<br />
Books and periodical<br />
publications<br />
Bees<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Poultry and products<br />
Precious metal products<br />
Sealskin products<br />
Tobacco<br />
Video Recordings<br />
Weapons<br />
Wood (coniferous)<br />
Wool<br />
Special documentation<br />
Ireland requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Commercial goods require an invoice. Senders should<br />
show on customs documentation:<br />
� the location of the invoice – enclosed or despatched separately<br />
� the name, weight, value and origin of the goods.<br />
Gifts<br />
For gifts, senders should mark customs documentation GIFT PACKAGE. Ireland grants dutyexemptions<br />
and sender should contact the Irish authorities for further information.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Ireland prohibits:<br />
Authors’ rights, infringements of<br />
Citizens' band radios with AM<br />
capability<br />
Coins, illegal weight standard<br />
Government markings, false<br />
Indecent and obscene books and<br />
cards<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Paper or materials treated with<br />
oils or varnishes<br />
Seal pup’s skins<br />
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ISRAEL<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Israel authorities before posting:<br />
Chemical products<br />
Cigarettes exceeding 600 units<br />
Clothing and footwear<br />
Computer cards not sent in a<br />
letter<br />
Fish and fish products<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Food products<br />
Meat and meat products<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps, monthly value<br />
exceeding 100 new Israeli<br />
shekels<br />
Records, films and cassettes<br />
Tobacco or tobacco products<br />
exceeding 600 g<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Gifts<br />
Israel admits gifts for the personal use of the addressee if:<br />
� the item is not a restricted or prohibited import<br />
� the sender has declared the contents<br />
� the weight of the article does not exceed 20 kg.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The addressee must provide an import licence for all types of goods except immigrant’s personal<br />
effects and gifts. Commercial goods require an invoice attached either to the outside of the article or<br />
to the customs documentation. An invoice on any item speeds customs clearance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Israel prohibits:<br />
Bacteria<br />
Dairy product except canned<br />
powdered milk<br />
Diamonds<br />
Food colouring<br />
Fruit<br />
Games of chance<br />
Jewels and precious stones<br />
Lottery tickets and circulars<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Publications, seditious<br />
Soil, earth and organic matter<br />
Spices over 1 kg
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ITALY<br />
Including Sardinia, Sicily and San Marino<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days $4000 � 20 kg $3839<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3839<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not<br />
deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Italian authorities before posting:<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Seeds<br />
Special documentation<br />
Weapons Wood products.<br />
Italy requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Commercial goods require an invoice and a Certificate<br />
of Origin.<br />
Customs duty thresholds<br />
For items addressed to private individuals:<br />
� if the value of the contents of an item does not exceed 45 euros, no duty will be levied;<br />
� if the value of the contents of an item exceeds 45 euros but is less than 350 euros, a duty of<br />
3.5% + 20% VAT will be levied; or<br />
� if the value of the contents of an items exceeds 350 euros, it must be accompanied by a<br />
commercial or pro-forma invoice for customs clearance. Upon clearance, a customs certificate<br />
will be sent to the addressee by post. The item will be delivered and customs duties will be<br />
collected on delivery.<br />
For items addressed to businesses:<br />
� if the value of the contents of an item does not exceed 22 euros, no duty will be levied; or<br />
� if the value of the item exceeds 22 euros, the item will be cleared and a copy of the customs<br />
certificate listing the duties levied will be prepared for the addressee. The original certificate will<br />
be sent to the addressee by post. The item will be delivered and customs duties will be collected<br />
on delivery.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Italy prohibits:.<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock Cheques, blank<br />
Hunting trophies<br />
Antiques<br />
Eggs<br />
Insects<br />
Bearer Share Certificates, Bonds, Fish<br />
Uncashed Travellers Cheques, Fossilized animals<br />
Open Tickets (lottery, football Furs<br />
match, theatre)<br />
Honey<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Meat<br />
Milk<br />
Tobacco and tobacco substitutes<br />
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JAMAICA<br />
Refer to separate entry for Cayman Islands<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days $1714 � 10 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg $872<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. � Extra Cover only.<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Black River Hanover Montego Bay Reading St Anns Bay Trelawney<br />
Boscobel Independence Morant Bay Rio Bueno St Catherine Westmoreland<br />
Braco<br />
City<br />
Negril Rosehall St Elizabeth White River<br />
Clarendon Kingston Ocho Rios Runaway Bay St James<br />
Discovery Bay Lucea Port Antonio Savannah la St Mary<br />
Edgewater Manchester Portland Mar<br />
St Thomas<br />
Falmouth Mandeville Portmore Spanish Town Stony Hill<br />
Golden Spring Maypen Red Hills St Andrew Tower Isle<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Jamaican authorities before posting:<br />
Animal rugs or covers and<br />
accessories, used<br />
Coins exceeding a value of 10<br />
Jamaican dollars<br />
Firearms<br />
Special documentation<br />
Footwear<br />
Fruit<br />
Medicines<br />
Potatoes<br />
Razor blades<br />
Spirits<br />
Tobacco<br />
Toys resembling firearms<br />
Vegetables.<br />
Jamaica requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. The sender should attach a Certificate of Origin for all<br />
British-made goods.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Jamaica prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Honey and beeswax<br />
Pornography<br />
Bees and beekeeping appliances Ivory<br />
Shaving brushes made in Asia<br />
Charms and similar objects Lottery tickets<br />
Soil<br />
Cocoa and products<br />
Maize flour<br />
String and rope<br />
Coffee and products<br />
Meats<br />
Sugar.<br />
Edible oil<br />
Medicines for venereal diseases<br />
Flick or spring knives Milk, condensed<br />
Plants and seeds
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JAPAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3-7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–4 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Japanese authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Firearms, imitation<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Resins<br />
Rice and straw goods<br />
Vegetables.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Items containing merchandise or samples require an invoice in duplicate. Articles more than<br />
¥200,000 in value require a Certificate of Origin. Senders should clearly mark all articles with the<br />
purpose of the shipment; for example, GIFT, MERCHANDISE, SAMPLES, or UNACCOMPANIED GOODS.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Japan prohibits:<br />
Copyright violations<br />
Lottery material<br />
Counterfeit, defaced or imitation Patent violations<br />
stamps<br />
Publications, including video<br />
tapes, prejudicial to public<br />
order or morality<br />
Trademark violations.<br />
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JORDAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Ajlûn<br />
Aqaba Jarash Ma’ân Mafraq Tofeïla<br />
Amman Irbid<br />
Karak Ma’daba Salt<br />
Zarqa<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Jordanian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohols and spirits<br />
Dairy products<br />
Sugar<br />
Animal and animal products Pharmaceutical products Television receivers<br />
Charts and maps<br />
Coffee<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons<br />
Jordan requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Gifts<br />
Gifts to the value of $A110 do not require an import permit and should bear the endorsement<br />
UNSOLICITED GIFT.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Jordan prohibits:<br />
Bearer securities Lottery tickets and advertising
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KAZAKHSTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery 3 Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Delivery confirmation<br />
Kazakhstan does not deliver to addressees in person.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Kazakhstan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Audio Recordings<br />
Bees<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Dairy products<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Fish products<br />
Fruit<br />
Leeches<br />
Medicines<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Silkworms<br />
Vegetables<br />
Weapons, hunting.<br />
Personal use items<br />
Kazakhstan admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Clothing –coats, jackets etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works –<br />
Bible, Koran, Tora etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons etc.<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Name and Address of Sender<br />
The name and address of the sender must be shown on all items.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
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KAZAKHSTAN - continued<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Kazakhstan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Furs<br />
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Honey and honeycomb<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Ivory<br />
Military equipment<br />
Perishables<br />
Photographic Film<br />
(undeveloped)<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps (unused)<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons
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KENYA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–8 work days $274 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $235<br />
6–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $235<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Arusha<br />
(Tanzania)<br />
Bungoma<br />
Busia<br />
Changamwe<br />
Diani<br />
Eldore<br />
Embakasi<br />
Embu<br />
Industrial Area<br />
Kabete<br />
Kakamega<br />
Karatina<br />
Kericho<br />
Kerugoya<br />
Kilifi<br />
Kisii<br />
Kisumu<br />
Kitale<br />
Langata<br />
Limuru<br />
Lower Kabete<br />
Machakos<br />
Malindi<br />
Mazeras<br />
Meru<br />
Miritini<br />
�<br />
Molo<br />
Mombasa<br />
Moshi<br />
(Tanzania)<br />
Mtito Andei<br />
Mtwapa<br />
Mumias<br />
Muranga<br />
Muthaiga<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Nairobi<br />
Naivasha<br />
Nakuru<br />
Nanyuki<br />
Narok<br />
Nyahururu<br />
Nyali<br />
Nyeri<br />
Sagana<br />
Shimanzi<br />
Sotik<br />
Thika<br />
Ukunda<br />
Voi<br />
Webuye<br />
Westlands.<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, ECI and EPI – Parcels notify the boxholder of arrival.<br />
Kenya does not permit adhesive tape as a seal for ECI articles and EPI - Parcels.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letter guaranteed service is not available from Perth<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Kenyan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products Parasites, insects and<br />
Vegetables<br />
weed killers<br />
Weapons.<br />
Used clothing<br />
Kenya accepts used clothing only if addressed to a genuine charitable organisation.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders should label commercial goods INVOICE ENCLOSED, and enclose a dated and signed invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Kenya prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock Invoices, blank Ivory and other animal based<br />
Furs<br />
carving material<br />
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KIRIBATI<br />
Formerly Gilbert Islands – including Washington Island, Fanning Island,<br />
Christmas Island (Pacific Ocean), Phoenix Islands and Kanton Island<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
2<br />
3<br />
3<br />
4–7 work days<br />
4–7 work days<br />
4–7 work days<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 20 kg<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
$5000<br />
�<br />
Sea Mail � �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to main cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to other towns and rural destinations by registered or express post, or<br />
contacts the addressee to arrange a delivery point. For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the<br />
boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Limited flights available to Kiribati<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Kiribati authorities before posting parasites and<br />
destroyers of harmful insects.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Kiribati prohibits:<br />
Coal-tar derivatives useable in<br />
dyes<br />
Parasites and destroyers of<br />
harmful insects<br />
Shaving brushes of Asian origin<br />
Trademarks, British, false or<br />
imitated.
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North Korea<br />
KOREA, DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days<br />
1 7–8 work days<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Sender's risk<br />
<strong>Australia</strong> <strong>Post</strong> accepts letters and postcards addressed to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea<br />
only at sender's risk.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
All imports are restricted.<br />
Special documentation<br />
No special documentation requirements apply to letters.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.<br />
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South Korea<br />
September 2007<br />
KOREA, REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3-7 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days $5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does not deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Republic of Korea authorities before posting:<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Knives<br />
Printed matter<br />
Products of animal origin<br />
Swords<br />
Vegetable or other plant products<br />
Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Small items to a value of 70,000 Won are admitted free of duty if appropriately labelled GIFT,<br />
SAMPLE, GOODS RETURNED, TEMPORARY IMPORT, and so on.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Republic of Korea prohibits raw hides and skins,<br />
and meat products
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KUWAIT<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–6 work days $3353 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $3000<br />
4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Kuwait authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Colour cameras<br />
Telephone, radio and fax<br />
Brushes<br />
Pharmaceuticals<br />
machines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Commercial jewellery<br />
Senders must obtain the approval of the Kuwait Ministry of Commerce and Industry before sending,<br />
for resale or commercial purposes, jewels, precious stones or metals and associated equipment.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Medicines<br />
Medicines must include a prescription or a document indicating their composition.<br />
Invoices<br />
All goods exceeding 50 Kuwaiti Dinars must include an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Kuwait also prohibits all items offensive to the<br />
Muslim culture or sensitive to the Middle East security situation. Kuwait prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Pork products<br />
Antiques<br />
Grain samples<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Cheques, blank<br />
Invoices, blank<br />
Publications containing pro-<br />
Cigarette advertising and Ivory<br />
Israelite, anti-Arab or antimaterials<br />
with cigarette Imitation firearms/paraphernalia Islamic propaganda<br />
companies’ branding Items used for black magic, Religious publications/figures<br />
Clothes resembling military voodoo etc.<br />
Remote control vehicle<br />
uniforms<br />
Perishables<br />
Tobacco<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Playing cards<br />
Furs<br />
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KYRGYZSTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $2351 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Bishkek, Jalal Abad, Karakol and Osh<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Kyrgyzstan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fruit<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Leeches<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Medicines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Fish products<br />
Personal use items<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons, hunting.<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Kyrgyzstan admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Special documentation<br />
Quantity<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Kyrgyzstan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Furs<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Undeveloped photographic film
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LAO, PEOPLE'S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–5 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown in each Province<br />
Bokeo Province Borikhamsay Province<br />
Houeisai Paksane<br />
Champasack Province Houaphan Province<br />
Pakse Sam Neua<br />
Khammouane Province Luang Namtha Province<br />
Thakhek Luang Namtha<br />
Luang Prabang Province Oudomxay Province<br />
Luang Prabang Muong Ngoy Phonxay Muang Xay<br />
Xieng Nguem Muong Nane Nambak<br />
Saravane Province Savannakhet Province<br />
Saravane Khanthaboury<br />
Sayaboury Province Sekong Province<br />
Sayaboury Thateng<br />
Vientiane City Vientiane Province<br />
Hatsayfong Naxaythong Pakngum Phone Hong<br />
Chanthaboury Sikhottabong Sisattanak<br />
Xaysetha Xaythany<br />
Xieng Khouang Province<br />
Phonsavanh<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The Lao People's Democratic Republic admits only the following goods. Senders require the written<br />
authorisation of the Lao Ministry of Industry and Trade to send anything not on the list:<br />
Articles of no commercial value<br />
Art works, original, imported by<br />
their creators<br />
Goods imported by the<br />
diplomatic and consular corps<br />
Goods re-imported after<br />
temporary export<br />
Newspapers, printed papers and<br />
other published items that<br />
cannot harm the Lao People’s<br />
Democratic Republic.<br />
Personal effects and clothing<br />
Pharmaceutical products for<br />
medical or scientific purposes<br />
Samples<br />
Red Cross articles<br />
Wedding trousseaux and school<br />
uniforms.<br />
Special documentation<br />
See Import restrictions<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Lao People's Democratic Republic prohibits:<br />
Films – entertainment Pharmaceutical products<br />
Radio receiver equipment<br />
Tape and video<br />
Telecommunications equipment.<br />
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LATVIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $2265 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI articles and EPI – Parcels does not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Latvian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products Plants and plant products.<br />
Gifts to private individuals up to 50 lats value are duty-exempt if the article contains no more than<br />
three identical objects.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Animal products require a Certificate of Veterinary Service.<br />
Plant products require a Phytosanitary Certificate.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Latvia prohibits:<br />
Ammunition, explosives and Narcotics, behaviour-influencing Plant products – hyacinth bulbs,<br />
similar items<br />
substances and devices for their carnation and chrysanthemum<br />
Coins<br />
use<br />
seedlings and cuttings, seeds of<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
leguminous plants, seeds of<br />
Pornography<br />
weeds subject to quarantine<br />
Raw materials of animal origin<br />
Securities of any kind payable to<br />
Weapons and all components<br />
bearer
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LEBANON<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 6–7 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 4 6–7 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
3 10 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown:<br />
Aley<br />
Beirut Jounieh Saida Tyre<br />
Baalbeck Jbeil<br />
Nabatieh Tripoli Zahle<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Service levels<br />
The availability and extent of all services to Lebanon are subject to change at short notice.<br />
Call 13 13 18 for up-to-date information.<br />
4 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Lebanon pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Lebanese authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Animal products<br />
Chemical or pharmaceutical<br />
products<br />
Coffee<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Mineral dyes<br />
Paper and cloth<br />
Perfume and cosmetics<br />
Plant products<br />
Radio sets<br />
Steel wool<br />
Tobacco.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial shipments valued at £50 Lebanese or more require three copies of a combined Certificate<br />
of Origin and commercial invoice. An <strong>Australia</strong>n Chamber of Commerce must have certified the<br />
document and a Lebanese consul must have endorsed it.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Lebanon prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Butter, artificial<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Contraceptives and relating<br />
literature<br />
Fats, foreign<br />
Fragile articles<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling articles<br />
Liquids or liquefiable elements<br />
Living insects and their eggs<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Ivory<br />
Paper coloured with toxic<br />
substances<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al envelopes<br />
Powdered milk<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Publications or items<br />
embarrassing to public order<br />
Tobacco manufacturing<br />
apparatus<br />
Trademarks, false.<br />
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September 2007<br />
LESOTHO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Clocolan Ladybrand Mafeteng Maseru Mohales Hoek Teyateyaneng<br />
Ficksburg Leribe Maputsoe Mazenod Roma<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Lesotho authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Clothing<br />
Weapons.<br />
Animal products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Vegetable products<br />
Senders of commercial goods should post a certified invoice to the addressee separately.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Lesotho prohibits:<br />
Antiques Furs Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones
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LIBERIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg $768<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI courier and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Monrovia<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels is available to all destinations, but only the following<br />
post offices deliver:<br />
Buchanan Greenville Harper Monrovia Roberts Int'l<br />
Airport<br />
Robertsport<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Liberian authorities before posting firearms or<br />
pharmaceutical products.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Customs declarations must show the value, gross and net<br />
mass of the goods and the transport and Extra Cover costs. The value and costs should be in both<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n and US dollars.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Liberia prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Cash letters<br />
Cheques, blank<br />
Coal & firewood<br />
Credit card blanks<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Military equipment<br />
Money orders<br />
Perishables<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Publications prejudicial to public<br />
order.<br />
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Including Cyrenaica<br />
September 2007<br />
LIBYAN ARAB JAMAHIRIYA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days � � 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to Benghazi and Tripoli<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Libyan Arab Jamahiriya requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import<br />
restrictions from Libyan Jamahiriya authorities before posting:<br />
Butter and margarine<br />
Milk products<br />
Meat and meat products Plants and parts of plants<br />
Weapons and parts.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice in duplicate. The sender should provide a Certificate of Origin<br />
for all commercial goods, plants, and foodstuffs.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Libyan Jamahiriya prohibits all items offensive to the<br />
muslim culture or sensitive to the Middle East security situation. Libyan Arab Jamahiriya prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Antiques<br />
Deeds<br />
Drugs, prescription and nonprescription<br />
Films, 8mm, 16mm and 35mm<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Miliary uniforms<br />
Playing cards<br />
Pork products<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Publications contrary to public<br />
order<br />
Religious publications and<br />
paraphernalia<br />
Salt<br />
Seeds<br />
Tea<br />
Tobacco products
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LIECHTENSTEIN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to rural destinations by registered or express post, or contacts the<br />
addressee to arrange a delivery point. ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or<br />
<strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Same as for Switzerland.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Same as for Switzerland.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), prohibitions are the same as Switzerland.<br />
Liechtenstein also prohibits:<br />
Antiques Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
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September 2007<br />
LITHUANIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Lithuania authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Foodstuffs/fruit and vegetables Seeds<br />
Dairy products<br />
Leeches<br />
Tobacco<br />
Eggs<br />
Medicines<br />
Weapons, hunting.<br />
Fish products<br />
Personal use items<br />
Plants and plant products Wood products.<br />
Lithuania admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown:<br />
Item<br />
Chocolate<br />
Coffee<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets etc.<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Special documentation<br />
Quantity<br />
0.5 kg<br />
1 kg<br />
3 of each<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Wines<br />
Spirits<br />
Tobacco<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible,<br />
Koran, Tora etc.<br />
Crucifixes, icons etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
1 litre<br />
1 litre<br />
50 cigarettes or<br />
10 cigars<br />
15<br />
1 of each<br />
1 of each<br />
2 of each<br />
2 of each<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Lithuania prohibits:<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Watchbands and bracelets<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons
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LUXEMBOURG<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Luxembourg authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Bees and honeycombs<br />
Plant and vegetable products Weapons.<br />
Small-value items may not be subject to a lump sum levy if they are:<br />
� occasional in nature<br />
� concern solely goods reserved for the personal or family use of the addressee.<br />
� have a dutiable value, senders should contact the Luxembourg authorities for further<br />
information.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Luxembourg prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Drugs, non-prescription<br />
Furs<br />
Imitation and pirated products<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Printed matter relating to<br />
lotteries or sweepstakes<br />
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September 2007<br />
MACAO<br />
Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 4 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days $5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Macao authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Articles exceeding a value of 90 patacas require a consular invoice signed by the sender and endorsed<br />
by a Portuguese Consul.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-<br />
Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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MACEDONIA, THE FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $3840 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $3840<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3840<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Berovo<br />
Bitola<br />
Debar<br />
Delcevo<br />
Demir Kapija<br />
Gevgelija<br />
Gostivar<br />
Jegunovce<br />
Kavadarci<br />
Kicevo<br />
Kocani<br />
Kratovo<br />
Kriva Palanka<br />
Krusevo<br />
Kumanovo<br />
Negotino<br />
Ohrid<br />
Resen<br />
Skopje<br />
Stip<br />
Struga<br />
Strumica<br />
Tabanovce<br />
Tetovo<br />
Veles<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia requires an import permit for many goods. Before<br />
posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders<br />
should determine import restrictions from Macedonian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Anti-parasite products<br />
Fruit and vegetable products<br />
Jewellery<br />
Measuring instruments<br />
Musical instruments<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants or plant products<br />
Printed publications<br />
Tobacco<br />
Weapons.<br />
The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia may accept watch cases or housings (mounted or<br />
unmounted) of complete watches made of precious metals after analysis of the metal content. It<br />
does not accept articles containing incomplete watchcases or parts.<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al items addressed to individuals not exceeding $US100 are exempt from customs duty.<br />
Items inherited abroad and articles provided for in contracts concluded between States may be freely<br />
imported in accordance with such contracts.<br />
Natural persons of Macedonian nationality exercising a profession may import articles for use in that<br />
profession subject to special conditions.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders must provide proof of the addressee's entitlement on the customs form; otherwise, the<br />
addressee must provide the proof before delivery. Customs authorities inspect all Parcels.<br />
Senders should mark all gifts and accompanying documents GIFT PARCEL or ENVOI CADEAU.<br />
All commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
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MACEDONIA, continued<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Macedonia prohibitions:<br />
Antiques<br />
Cheques, cashier<br />
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Deeds<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones
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MADAGASCAR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $287 � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Ambanja<br />
Ambatondrazaka<br />
Ambositra<br />
Antananarivo<br />
Antsirabe<br />
Antsohiny<br />
Fandriana<br />
Farafangana<br />
Fianarantorsa<br />
Ihosy<br />
Majunga<br />
Manakara<br />
Mananjary<br />
Morondava<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Tamatave<br />
Tulear<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Madagascar pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Madagascar authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Animal products<br />
Firearms<br />
Measuring instruments<br />
Pharmaceuticals<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Precious stones and metal<br />
Stamps<br />
Tobacco<br />
Wine.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All commercial goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Madagascar prohibits:<br />
Absinthe and the like<br />
Antiques<br />
Baby comforters not made of<br />
pure rubber<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Khaki green clothing<br />
Military equipment<br />
Preserves not bearing marks of<br />
origin<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Vanilla products.<br />
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MALAWI<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Balaka<br />
Blantyre<br />
Capital City<br />
Chichiri<br />
Dedza<br />
Dwangwa<br />
Kanengo<br />
Karonga<br />
Kasungu<br />
Lilongwe<br />
Lilongwe<br />
<strong>International</strong><br />
Airport<br />
Limbe<br />
Liwonde<br />
Luchenza<br />
Mangochi<br />
Mulanje<br />
Mzimba<br />
Mzuzu<br />
Nkhata Bay<br />
Nkhota-Kota<br />
Ntcheu<br />
Rumphi<br />
Salima<br />
Thyolo<br />
Zomba<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for Parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Parcels are available only to places with a delivery post office.<br />
Malawi does not deliver articles, but notifies the addressee of their arrival. Parcels sent to places not<br />
served by the railway must be watertight.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Malawi requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Malawi authorities before posting firearms and firearm parts and seeds.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Patent medicines must be clearly marked with their<br />
composition and dosage.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Malawi prohibits:<br />
Aphrodisiacs and relating<br />
correspondence<br />
Chain letters<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Vegetables and vegetable<br />
products.
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Including Malaya, Sabah and Sarawak<br />
MALAYSIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
3–5 work days $2304 � 20 kg $2304<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Malaysia requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Malaysian authorities before posting:<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Hypodermic syringes<br />
Medicines<br />
Milk products<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Seeds and grain.<br />
Special documentation<br />
British-made goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Malaysia prohibits:<br />
Advertising material on lucky<br />
charms<br />
Coins exceeding $M50 in value,<br />
except purely for ornament<br />
Copyright infringements<br />
Daggers<br />
Flick knives<br />
Government Service markings,<br />
imitation<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Obscene or seditious articles<br />
Pornography<br />
Spear guns<br />
Spirits and liqueurs<br />
Trademark infringements.<br />
Malaysia also prohibits all Parcels addressed to Vietnamese refugees in camps or addressed to PO<br />
Box 12468, Kuala Lumpur.<br />
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September 2007<br />
MALDIVES<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 4–5 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Maldives requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Maldives authorities before posting:<br />
Firearms<br />
Swords Weapons.<br />
Statues<br />
Special documentation<br />
Maldives has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Maldives prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages Cards depicting nudes Drugs and medicines.
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MALI<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Sea Mail<br />
4 7–8 work days<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
$1658<br />
$1658<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bamako Koulikoro Segou Tombouctou<br />
Kayes Sikasso Mopti Gao<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for Parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Parcels are available only to full-service post offices.<br />
4 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Mali pays compensation only in case of loss, total theft or total destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Mali requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from Mali<br />
authorities before posting:<br />
Animal and animal products Personal items<br />
Weapons<br />
Precious metals<br />
Generally, Mali admits items of low value free of import duty and taxes but may subject them to a<br />
lump sum levy.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Mali prohibits tobacco.<br />
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September 2007<br />
MALTA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to rural destinations by registered or express post, or contacts the<br />
addressee to arrange a delivery point. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or<br />
<strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> guaranteed service is not available from Perth<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Malta requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permits. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Maltese authorities before posting:<br />
Cloth and clothing, used<br />
Drugs<br />
Firearms<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and cuttings.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Malta has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Malta prohibits:<br />
Abortion-inducing items<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Animal products<br />
Animal skins<br />
Antiques<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Knives, spring or switch-blade<br />
Military equipment<br />
Obscene material<br />
Precious metals and stones
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MARIANA ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The same as United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The same as United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
The same as United States of America.<br />
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September 2007<br />
MARSHALL ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 4–5 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The same as United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The same as United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
The same as United States of America.
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MARTINIQUE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Case Pilote Ducos Lamentin Riviere Salee Sainte Luce Trois Icets<br />
Diamant Fort de France Marin Sainte Anne Sainte Pierre<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Martinique authorities before posting:<br />
Cacao or parts of cacao plants Coffee or parts of coffee plants Sugarcane or parts of sugarcane<br />
plants.<br />
Other import restrictions are the same as for France.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The same as for France.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Martinique has the same prohibitions as France. In<br />
addition, Martinique prohibits:<br />
Gambling devices Ivory Jewellery, costume<br />
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September 2007<br />
MAURITANIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$1105<br />
$1105<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to Nouadhibou and Nouakchott<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to other towns and rural destinations by mail. ECI and EPI – Parcels<br />
do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Mauritania pays compensation only in the case of loss, total theft or total destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Mauritania requires an import permit for many goods. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Mauritanian authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Firearms<br />
Gold products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Meat<br />
Mineral waters<br />
Plants and cuttings<br />
Saccharine<br />
Sugarcane<br />
Tobacco and cigarettes<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Mauritania prohibits all items offensive to Muslim<br />
culture and:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Fish, tinned<br />
Coin-making apparatus<br />
Coins and medallions resembling<br />
legal coinage<br />
Diamonds, rough<br />
Essences used in making<br />
alcohol<br />
Goods bearing the Red Cross or<br />
similar designs<br />
Items contrary to the political<br />
and social order of the State<br />
Microfiche and microfilm<br />
Military equipment<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Trademarks, French, false or<br />
imitated<br />
Weapons<br />
Weights and measures, nonmetric.
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Including Rodriguez<br />
MAURITIUS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 5–6 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days $350 � 20 kg $376<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $376<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Beau Bassin Port Louis Rodrigues Rose Hill<br />
Curepipe Quatre Bornes Island<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Mauritius requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Mauritius authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Tobacco.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice showing the value of the goods in <strong>Australia</strong>n dollars.<br />
Commercial goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Mauritius prohibits:<br />
Animal skins<br />
Antiques<br />
Fire extinguishers<br />
Furs<br />
Confectionery in the form of<br />
cigarettes<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Items contrary to the social or<br />
moral order of the State<br />
Ivory and tortoise shells<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Second hand motor vehicles<br />
parts<br />
Sugarcane plants.<br />
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MEXICO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
Not permitted in ECI � Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Mexico does not accept merchandise in ECI and EPI – Parcels services. ECI and EPI –<br />
Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Acapulco Chalco Ecatepec Los Reyes la Queretaro Texcoco<br />
Aguascalientes Chapala Ensenada Paz<br />
Reynosa Tijuana<br />
Bosques de Chetumal Fesnillo Manzanillo Saltillo Tlalnepantia de<br />
Echegaray Chihuahua Gomez Palacio Matamoros San Jose del Baz<br />
Boulevares Coacalco de Guadalajara Mazatlan Cabo Tlaquepaque<br />
Campeche Berriozabal Guaymas Merica San Luis Potosi Tlaxcala<br />
Campestre Coatitla Gutierrez Mexicali San Nicolas de Toluca<br />
Guadalupana Coatzacoalcos Hermosillo Mexico los Garza Torreon<br />
Can Cun Colima Iztapaluca Minatitlan San Pedro Tultitlan<br />
Cd. Azteca Colonia Del Jalapa Monterrey Garza Garcia Tuxtia Gutierrez<br />
Cd. del Carmen Valle La Fama Morelia San Pedro Vallarta<br />
Cd. GuadaloupeCozumel<br />
La Florida Naucalpan de Taquepaque Veracruz<br />
Cd. Juarez Cuautitlan de La Paz Juarez Santa Catarina Villahermosa<br />
Cd. Lopex Romero R. Leon de los Oaxaca Santa Clara Zacatecas<br />
Mateos Cuautitlan Izcalli Aldama Pachuca Soledad Diez Zapopan<br />
Cd.<br />
Cuernavaca Los Mochis Progreso Tampico Zihuatanejo<br />
Nezahualcoyoti Culiacan<br />
Puebla Tapachula<br />
Cd. Obregon Durango<br />
Tepic<br />
Cd. Victoria<br />
Tepozotlan<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to other destinations by registered or express post. For articles<br />
addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not<br />
deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Mexican authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Textiles and textile articles<br />
Animal products<br />
Footwear<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Ceramic products<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Vegetable products<br />
Chemical and pharmaceutical Paper products<br />
Weapons<br />
products<br />
Plastic and rubber articles Wood products.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Articles with a value of more than $US300 require an invoice. Senders should separately post a<br />
duplicate invoice to the addressee.<br />
Articles with a value of more than $US1000 require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
<strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery)<br />
Mexico accepts articles for collection at a post office counter only if addressed:<br />
Addressee Name, OCCURRE, <strong>Post</strong> Office Name, <strong>Post</strong>code, City Name, MEXICO.
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MEXICO - continued<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Mexico prohibits:<br />
Massage appliances<br />
Prosthetics<br />
Obscene or immoral material<br />
Lottery tickets, unauthorised.<br />
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Formerly Caroline Islands<br />
September 2007<br />
MICRONESIA, FEDERATED STATES OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
�<br />
1 7–9 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
8–10 work days � � 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Micronesian authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Insects, live<br />
Seeds<br />
Cotton products, raw Knives with spring blades Serums and vaccines<br />
Feathers<br />
Meat or meat products Tobacco products.<br />
Firearms<br />
Plants and cuttings<br />
Insects, dried or preserved Reptiles, dried or preserved<br />
Customs duty<br />
Micronesia admits the following items duty-free:<br />
Any item, not for resale, to a Engravings, etchings, lithographs Printed matter issued by literary<br />
value of $US10, except tobacco Gifts to a value of $US25 or scientific institutions<br />
products and perfumes Maps<br />
Woodcuts and pictorial matter<br />
containing alcohol<br />
Music in books or sheets produced by relief or stencil<br />
Atlases and charts<br />
Newspapers and periodicals printing process more than 20<br />
Books<br />
Photographs<br />
years before importation.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Consular invoice<br />
Articles that exceed a value of $US500 require a consular invoice endorsed by a United States of<br />
America consul. The article must bear the words INVOICE ENCLOSED.<br />
Country of origin<br />
A conspicuous and indelible stamp or brand of the country of origin (in English) must appear on all<br />
commercial items (except books addressed to a library), their containers and packaging.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>,<br />
Micronesia prohibits:<br />
Abortion procurement items Fish<br />
Prison-made goods<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Foodstuffs, adulterated Straw, hay or grasses used as<br />
Chain letters<br />
Fruit and vegetables<br />
packaging<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Trademark violations<br />
Copyright violations<br />
Meat and meat products Trademarks, false.<br />
Pornography
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MOLDOVA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $4703 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $4703<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $4703<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Chisinau, Bendery, Cricovo, Kishinev, Tiraspol<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Moldovan authorities before posting:<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Special documentation<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Weapons.<br />
Commercial goods of a value more than $US2000 require an invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Moldova prohibits:<br />
Animal products<br />
Antiques<br />
Ivory<br />
Money Orders<br />
Obscene or immoral articles<br />
Perishables<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Publications harmful to young<br />
people<br />
Tobacco in unfermented leaves.<br />
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For Inner Mongolia, refer to China<br />
September 2007<br />
MONGOLIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days $767 � 10 kg $768<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $768<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The same as for Russia.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The same as for Russia.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>, Mongolia<br />
prohibits:<br />
Coins<br />
Securities of any kind payable to bearer<br />
Travellers’ cheques<br />
Otherwise same as for Russia.
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MONTSERRAT<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Montserrat authorities before posting:<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Fruit<br />
Plants and parts of plants.<br />
Firearms<br />
Medicines<br />
Special documentation<br />
British-made goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Montserrat prohibits:<br />
Gambling devices Ivory Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Playing cards<br />
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September 2007<br />
MOROCCO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Not permitted in ECI � Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Agadir<br />
Ait Baha<br />
Ait Melloul<br />
Al Hoceima<br />
Asilah<br />
Assa<br />
Azilal<br />
Benguerir<br />
Beni Enzar<br />
Beni Mellal<br />
Benslimane<br />
Berkane<br />
Berrechid<br />
Boujdour<br />
Boulemane<br />
Chefchaouen<br />
Chichaoua<br />
Chtouka<br />
El Hajeb<br />
El Jadida<br />
El Kelaa Des<br />
Sraghna<br />
Errachidia<br />
Essaouira<br />
Essemara<br />
Fès<br />
Figuig<br />
Guelmin<br />
Ifrane<br />
Inezgane<br />
Jerada<br />
Kénitra<br />
Khémisset<br />
Khénifra<br />
Khouribga<br />
Ksar El Kébir<br />
Laayoune<br />
Larache<br />
Marrakech<br />
Martil<br />
Meknès<br />
Mohammedia<br />
Moulay Yocoub<br />
Nador<br />
Ouarzazate<br />
Oujda<br />
Rabat<br />
Safi<br />
Salé<br />
Sefrou<br />
Settat<br />
Sidi Kacem<br />
Skhirate<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Tan Tan<br />
Tanger<br />
Taounate<br />
Taourirt<br />
Taroudant<br />
Tata<br />
Taza<br />
Temara<br />
Tetouan<br />
Tiflet<br />
Tiznit<br />
Zag<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Morocco requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit or a certificate of contingency issued by the<br />
Ministry of Commerce. Senders should determine import restrictions from Moroccan authorities<br />
before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Dairy products Wax and candles.<br />
Animal or vegetable fats<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-<br />
Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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MOZAMBIQUE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Angoche<br />
Beira<br />
Chimoio<br />
Chókwe<br />
Dondo<br />
Inhambane<br />
Lichinga<br />
Maputo<br />
Matola<br />
Maxixe<br />
Monapo<br />
Nacala<br />
Nampula<br />
Pemba<br />
Quelimane<br />
Tete<br />
Vilanculos<br />
Xai-Xai<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels are available only to:<br />
Beira<br />
Inhambane Maputo Nampula Quelimane<br />
Chimoio Lichinga Nacala Pemba Tete<br />
Xai-Xai<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Mozambique authorities before posting:<br />
Automobile spare parts<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Medicines<br />
Metals, precious Photographic<br />
appliances<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Radio equipment Tapestry.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Mozambique has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Mozambique prohibits animal products.<br />
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Formerly Burma<br />
September 2007<br />
MYANMAR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3-4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 3–6 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–7 work days $858 3 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels only deliver to addresses in Yangon<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non- guaranteed basis<br />
3 Extra Cover for parcels<br />
Extra Cover to a value of $5000 is available only for parcels addressed to Rangoon. The article must<br />
not contain valuables.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Myanmar requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Myanmar authorities before posting any item other than letters and firearms and firearm parts.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice in duplicate and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Address format<br />
The postal administration of Myanmar has advised postal administrations worldwide that it will not<br />
accept mail unless addressed to “MYANMAR”. It will return mail not so addressed to the country of<br />
origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels Regulations, Myanmar prohibits:<br />
Coins exceeding $A11 in value<br />
Firearms, imitation<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and seeds<br />
Quinine, rose-coloured<br />
Shaving brushes, Japanese.
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NAMIBIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 7–8 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Gobabis Katima Mulilo Okahandja Oshakati Rundu Usakos<br />
Groot Fontein Keetsmanshoop Omaruru Otjiwarongo Swakopmund Walvis Bay<br />
Karasburg Luderitz Ondangwa Outjo Tsumeb Windhoek<br />
Karibib Mariental Oranjemund Rehoboth<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 <strong>Post</strong> Office Box addresses only<br />
Namibia does not provide a delivery service for Air Mail, Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>, or Sea Mail<br />
articles. Namibia accepts such articles only if addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Namibia requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Namibian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Bees<br />
Beeswax and hive-frames<br />
Cheese<br />
Cotton, raw<br />
Firearms<br />
Firearms, imitation<br />
Leeches<br />
Liqueurs<br />
Meat<br />
Military equipment<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Rice<br />
Seeds and bulbs<br />
Serums, vaccines and cultures of<br />
micro-organisms<br />
Silkworms<br />
Yeast.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Namibia has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Namibia prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Antiques<br />
Credit cards, blank<br />
Credit cards<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Playing cards<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Tobacco<br />
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September 2007<br />
NAURU<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–5 work days $4702 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $384<br />
3–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does not deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Nauru authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Pharmaceuticals<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants and plant products Tobacco<br />
Weapons.<br />
Nauru has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-<br />
Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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NEPAL<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 3–5 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 4–6 work days $123 � 5 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
2 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Nepal pays compensation only in case of loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The same as for India.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The same as for India.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>, Nepal<br />
prohibits:<br />
All items that India prohibits<br />
Bearings of all kinds<br />
Cameras<br />
Cardamom<br />
Cinnamon<br />
Cloves<br />
Photographic paper<br />
Synthetic fibres<br />
Watches and spare parts.<br />
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Holland<br />
September 2007<br />
NETHERLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days $5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does not deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Netherlands authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Hemp<br />
Hides and skins, raw<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Precious metal products<br />
Vegetables and plant products<br />
Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Netherlands has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Netherlands prohibits:<br />
Knives<br />
Offensive publications Plastic tubes and pipes.<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising,<br />
unauthorised
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NETHERLANDS ANTILLES AND ARUBA<br />
Including Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St Eustatius and St Maarten<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days $4639 � 20 kg $1491<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1491<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Netherlands Antilles and Aruba authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Coins and similar pieces of Medicines. Weapons and firearms<br />
copper, bronze or nickel<br />
Special documentation<br />
The address on all articles must include the words NETHERLANDS ANTILLES.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Netherlands Antilles and Aruba prohibits:<br />
Ivory Publications that infringe<br />
authors' rights<br />
�<br />
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Including Loyalty Island<br />
September 2007<br />
NEW CALEDONIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 3–4 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
3–4 work days � � 20 kg $2763<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
New Caledonia requires an import permit for all commercial goods that exceed 2000 CFP in value.<br />
Before posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has the necessary permit.<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from New Caledonian authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Chemical products<br />
Coin-counterfeiting apparatus<br />
Films<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Sound recordings.<br />
Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice endorsed by the consular service. Senders should post all<br />
documents separately to the addressee.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), New Caledonia prohibits:<br />
Absinthe and similar liqueurs<br />
Beverages resembling wines<br />
Book trade products, counterfeit<br />
Flowers<br />
Marks of origin, false<br />
Metal resembling legal coinage<br />
Saccharine<br />
Spirits containing aniseed<br />
Tobacco<br />
Weights and measures, nonmetric.
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NEW ZEALAND<br />
Including Campbell Island, Chatham Island, Kermadec Islands and Ross<br />
Dependency<br />
Refer to separate entries for Cook Islands, Niue Island and Tokelau Islands<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: A<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3-7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–4 work days $1708 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $1708<br />
3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels delivery is available to all destinations except:<br />
Campbell Island<br />
Kermadec Ross<br />
Chatham Island<br />
Islands Dependency<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from New Zealand authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products Wool articles.<br />
Brandy<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Firearms and weapons Vegetables<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Whisky<br />
Special documentation<br />
New Zealand has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), New Zealand prohibits:<br />
Coins or currency, counterfeit or<br />
otherwise<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Hair or bristle articles<br />
Helmets, motorcycle<br />
Offensive weapons (flick knives,<br />
knuckle dusters)<br />
PCB rubber teats, soothers,<br />
pacifiers<br />
Publications or recordings,<br />
indecent<br />
Soil, sand, clay, earth and sawdust<br />
Tobacco, chewing<br />
Unprocessed fruit and plant<br />
products<br />
Unprocessed timber<br />
Woolpacks.<br />
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September 2007<br />
NICARAGUA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Bluefields Cuidad Las Colinas Managua Sabana Grande<br />
Sandino<br />
and suburbs<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to other towns and rural destinations by registered or express post, or<br />
contacts the addressee to arrange a delivery point. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong><br />
Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Nicaraguan authorities before posting weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice endorsed by a Nicaraguan consul. The article must be<br />
endorsed INVOICE ENCLOSED.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Nicaragua prohibits:<br />
Clothing or sacks, used<br />
Gambling machines<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Military uniforms<br />
Military equipment<br />
Obscene or immoral articles<br />
Pharmaceutical products of<br />
unknown composition<br />
Poisons<br />
Police whistles<br />
Tobacco products, unidentified
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NIGER<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $1241 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 4 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
3 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Maradi, Niamey and Zinder<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels are available only to the post offices shown below.<br />
Addressees must collect the article from the post office. Addresses should include the name of the<br />
post office. * Extra Cover is available only to those post offices shown with an asterisk *.<br />
Agadez * Maradi * Tahoua Zinder *<br />
Diffa<br />
Niamy<br />
4 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Niger pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Niger authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Cigarettes<br />
Distilling apparatus<br />
Essences and extracts soluble in<br />
alcohol<br />
Firearms<br />
Fruit<br />
Gold items<br />
Military appliances<br />
Mineral water<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Saccharine<br />
Sugarcane.<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Niger accepts drugs and medicines only if addressed to a chemist.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice attached to the customs declaration.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Niger prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Coin-making apparatus<br />
Diamonds, rough<br />
Fish in tins exceeding 1 kg<br />
Ivory<br />
Red Cross designs<br />
Trademarks, French, false<br />
Weights and measures, nonmetric.<br />
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September 2007<br />
NIGERIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail deilvery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Nigerian authorities before posting any item<br />
except personal effects, newspapers and vaccines. Newspapers or periodicals must not contain<br />
articles or advertisements relating to the treatment of venereal diseases.<br />
Nigerian import restrictions are strict and addressees face prosecution if senders do not comply.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Nigeria requires an Import Duty Report Licence for all goods except personal effects, newspapers<br />
and vaccines. Before posting, senders should confirm that the addressee has the necessary licence.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Nigeria prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Aphrodisiacs<br />
Barytes and Bentonites<br />
Bread, biscuits, pastries or cakes<br />
Brushes made in Japan<br />
Calendars<br />
Carpets and rugs<br />
Cereals<br />
Charms or similar objects likely<br />
to offend the bearer or other<br />
people<br />
Clothing, piece goods<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Confectionery<br />
Cowry shell<br />
Diaries<br />
Distilling apparatus<br />
Flowers, artificial<br />
Football pools and advertising<br />
Footwear<br />
Fabrics and fabric samples<br />
Fruit, fresh or dried<br />
Fur or fur products<br />
Furniture<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Gambling literature<br />
Glass ornaments and items made<br />
of glass<br />
Horoscopes<br />
Invoices, blank<br />
Ironmongery<br />
Ivory<br />
Lamps or torches<br />
Literature likely to disturb the<br />
public order or the religious<br />
beliefs of the Nigerian people<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Metal-work<br />
Mosquito repellent coils<br />
Pearls, precious stones and semiprecious<br />
stones<br />
Photographic paper<br />
Plastic domestic items<br />
Pottery bearing religious<br />
inscriptions or quotations from<br />
the Koran<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Samples, textile<br />
Soil<br />
Swatches<br />
Tea and tea mixed with other<br />
substances<br />
Textiles or textile items<br />
Tobacco<br />
Travel goods<br />
Vegetables.
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NIUE ISLAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 See note 1 �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 1 See note 1<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 See note 1<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Via New Zealand.<br />
1 Air Mail delivery<br />
New Zealand <strong>Post</strong> services Niue Island by Air Mail from Auckland each Friday.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to New Zealand.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to New Zealand.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to New Zealand.<br />
NORFOLK ISLAND<br />
Norfolk Island is deemed part of New South Wales (postcode 2899) for the purposes of<br />
postal services and assessment of postage. However, senders must complete standard<br />
customs documentation for all articles containing goods and merchandise.<br />
An air service carries letters and express parcels four times a week. A fortnightly sea<br />
service operates for regular parcels.<br />
Restrictions<br />
The written permission of the Administrator of Norfolk Island or the Department of Transport and<br />
Regional Services, Canberra, ACT 2600, is necessary before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Drugs<br />
Leeches<br />
Plants or parts of plants<br />
Seeds<br />
Silkworms.<br />
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September 2007<br />
NORWAY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by registered post.<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but do deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Norwegian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Animal products<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Footwear<br />
Grass or straw articles or<br />
packaging<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Textiles and textile articles<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Toys, games or sports<br />
incorporating radio equipment<br />
Weapons<br />
Wood and wooden articles<br />
Wool and woollen articles.<br />
Gifts<br />
Norway admits gifts duty-free to a value of 1000 kroner. Gifts of spirits, wines, liqueurs and tobacco<br />
are not duty-free.<br />
Small value items<br />
Norway admits articles duty-free if the assessed duty and taxes does not exceed 50 kroner.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Norway prohibits products made of or containing<br />
wild oats.
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OMAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $2351 � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not in ECI. � Not permitted in ECI.<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Oman authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Bees<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Special documentation<br />
Medicines<br />
Leeches<br />
Silkworms<br />
Radio sets, transmitters and<br />
receivers.<br />
For all medicines, senders should enclose:<br />
� full details of product names, quantities and dates of manufacture<br />
� a copy of the purchase invoice certified by a competent medical authority<br />
� the sender’s and addressee’s addresses and telephone numbers<br />
� the product’s expiry or use-by date.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Oman prohibits:<br />
Blade weapons<br />
Currency, counterfeit<br />
Daisies and parts of daisies Medicines unless accompanied<br />
by a prescription<br />
Pornography.<br />
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PAKISTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–6 work days $1686 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
2 20 kg $470<br />
4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Abbottabad<br />
Attock<br />
Bahawalpur<br />
Dera Ghazi<br />
Khan<br />
Dera Ismail<br />
Khan<br />
Faisalabad<br />
Gilgit<br />
Gujranwala<br />
Gujrat<br />
Hyderabad<br />
Islamabad<br />
Jhang<br />
Jhelum<br />
Karachi<br />
Kasur<br />
Kotri<br />
Lahore<br />
Larkana<br />
Marden<br />
Mripur (Ak)<br />
Multan<br />
Muzaffarad<br />
Peshawar<br />
Quetta<br />
Rahim Yar<br />
Khan<br />
Rawalpindi<br />
Sahiwal<br />
Sargodha<br />
Sialkot<br />
Sukkur<br />
Taxila<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Toba, Tek<br />
Singh<br />
Wah Cantt<br />
2 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for Extra Cover Parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Extra Cover Parcels are available to all places except:<br />
Bela<br />
Kaloi<br />
Liara<br />
Ormara Sonmiani Thathi<br />
Chhellar Khararodal Miani Beach Rawatsar Spinwan Nasratti<br />
Dhandi Land Kamar Molviabad Shakardara Tenai Uhtal<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Pakistan requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Pakistan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products Weapons<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Gifts<br />
Tobacco<br />
Works of art<br />
Pakistan admits unsolicited gifts to a value of 100 rupees per person per year (year-end 30 June).<br />
Gifts must not contain:<br />
Cameras<br />
Jewellery, imitation<br />
Pens, fountain<br />
Special documentation<br />
Radio sets<br />
Textiles, unless made-up or<br />
second-hand garments<br />
Trophies, hunting (animals and<br />
birds)<br />
Watches and watch bands.<br />
Senders should post invoices, certificates and other documentation to the addressee separately.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-<br />
Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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PALAU, REPUBLIC OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
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Including Panama Canal Zone<br />
September 2007<br />
PANAMA, REPUBLIC OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 6–7 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days � 3 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Afb<br />
Colon including Domingo France Field Puerto Sabanita<br />
Albrook Cristobal and Espinar Gatun<br />
Escondido San Lorenzo<br />
Arco Iris the free zone Fort Amador Howard Afb Puerto Pilon Santiago<br />
Bahia Lasmii of Colon Fort Clayton Margarita Punta Paitilla Zona Libre<br />
Balboa Corozal Fort Davis Panama City Rainbow City<br />
Cativa David Fort Sherman<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Delivery restricted to specific places<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Panama requires an import licence for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Panama Republic authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Foodstuffs (prepared)<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Plastic and rubber products<br />
Wood and wood products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice posted separately to the Panama Republic authorities.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Panama Republic prohibits:<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Publications prejudicial to<br />
political, social and moral order
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PAPUA NEW GUINEA<br />
Including Admiralty Islands, Bismark Archipelago, Bougainville, Buka, Manus<br />
Island, New Britain and New Ireland<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3–4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–5 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg $235<br />
3–5 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. � Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to rural destinations by registered or express post, or contacts the<br />
addressee to arrange a delivery point. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but<br />
does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Delivery service for parcels<br />
Papua New Guinea does not have a delivery service for parcels. It accepts parcels only if addressed<br />
either to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or for collection from a post office.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Papua New Guinea authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Bags and sacks, used<br />
Bees<br />
Bird products<br />
Blankets and rugs, used<br />
Butter substitutes<br />
Feathers and plumage<br />
Firearms<br />
Fruit<br />
Hair dyes<br />
Insects<br />
Invoice forms, blank<br />
Mineral oil<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Cinematograph films, video tapes Skins<br />
and advertisements thereto Spirits<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products.<br />
Used clothing<br />
Papua New Guinea admits used clothing from <strong>Australia</strong> only if it is for use as apparel. This excludes<br />
used clothing for use as flock or rags.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Papua New Guinea has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Papua New Guinea prohibits:<br />
Animal teeth, bones<br />
Gambling instruments Preparations purporting to<br />
or imitations of<br />
Lard<br />
remedy alcohol or drug habits<br />
Birds nests<br />
Manures and organic fertilisers (tobacco excepted)<br />
Chain letters and related Money, counterfeit<br />
Prison-made goods<br />
materials<br />
Noodles<br />
Shells, imitation<br />
Eggs and products containing Plants or parts of plants Spring knives<br />
eggs<br />
Playing cards<br />
Tea, exhausted or adulterated<br />
Fish, imitation<br />
Pornography<br />
Warranties or guarantees, false<br />
suggestions of.<br />
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PARAGUAY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Asunción Ciudad del Este<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels are available only to places with a post office and to<br />
the following places with a customs service:<br />
Alberdi<br />
Asunción<br />
Bella Vista<br />
Caaguazu<br />
Caapiata<br />
Caazapa<br />
Carmen Del Parana<br />
Chaco<br />
Ciudad Del Este<br />
Colonia<br />
Encainacion<br />
Independiente Horqueta<br />
Colonia Juan Manuel Itacurubi Del Rosario<br />
Frutos<br />
Juan E. O’Leary<br />
Colonia Katuete Juan Leon Mallorquin<br />
Concepcion Pedro Juan Caballero<br />
Coronel Bogado Pilar<br />
Coronel Oviedo Saltos Del Guaira<br />
Bella Vista San Estanislao<br />
San Juan Misiones<br />
Nepomuceno<br />
San Juan<br />
Villarrica<br />
Villetta<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Paraguay authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products Textile and textile articles<br />
Chemicals<br />
Plants and plant products Tobacco<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Special documentation<br />
Raw hide and leather<br />
Weapons<br />
Wood and wood products.<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Plants and seeds require a Phytosanitary Certificate.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Paraguay prohibits:<br />
Calendars<br />
Footwear<br />
Printed books and brochures<br />
Ceramic products<br />
Ivory<br />
Stationery<br />
Precious stones and metals Used clothing.
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PERU<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
�<br />
� Not permitted in ECI<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter guaranteed service is not available from Perth<br />
3 Sealing of letters<br />
Letters sealed with adhesive tape must bear the name and signature of the sender on the tape.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Peruvian authorities before posting:<br />
Books and periodicals in<br />
commercial quantities<br />
Flour and milk for children or<br />
the sick<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Maps of Peru or neighbouring<br />
states<br />
Medicines<br />
Saccharine and similar products<br />
Wines and spirits.<br />
Peru admits gift parcels addressed to natives of Peru to the value of $US450 per person per year.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. If goods exceed $US200 value, a Consul of Peru must<br />
endorse the invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Peru prohibits:<br />
Absinthe or similar beverages<br />
Baby-feeders with tubes<br />
Bees<br />
Calendars<br />
Camping goods<br />
Ceramic products<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Flowers, artificial, and interior<br />
ornaments<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Furs and fur clothing Playing cards<br />
Household articles of iron, steel, Publications of a seditious nature<br />
copper or aluminium Salt<br />
Leeches<br />
Shoes<br />
Linen, household<br />
Silkworms<br />
Office supplies<br />
Sound recordings and products<br />
Parasites and destroyers of Stationery<br />
noxious insects<br />
Tobacco products<br />
Perfumery, soaps, cosmetics Toys<br />
Pictorial novels and short stories Travel articles<br />
featuring violence<br />
Used clothing and shoes<br />
Plants or parts of plants Wooden utensils.<br />
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September 2007<br />
PHILIPPINES<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 2 4–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Metropolitan Manila<br />
Kalookan (or Makati City Manila Navotas Pasig City San Juan<br />
Caloocan) City Malabon Marikina Parañaque Pateros Taguig<br />
Las Piñas Mandaluyong<br />
City<br />
Muntinlupa City Pasay City Quezon City Valenzuela<br />
Other cities and towns<br />
Angeles City Butuan City Davao City Lucena Puerto San Pablo City<br />
Bacolod City Cagayan de Dumaguete City Mandaue City Princessa City Tacloban City<br />
Baguio City Oro City Iligan City Naga City San Fernando, Virac,<br />
Bantangas City Cavite City Iloilo City Olongapo City La Union Catanduanes<br />
Bataan Cebu City Laoag City Ozamis City San Fernando, Zamboanga<br />
BEPZ, Cotabato City Lapu-Lapu City Pagadian City Pampagna City<br />
Marivales Dagupan City Legaspi City<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but do deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery). Senders of commercial goods must observe the invoice requirements in Special<br />
Documentation.<br />
2 Sealing of letters<br />
Letters sealed with adhesive tape must bear the postmark of the office of posting and the signature<br />
of the sender on the tape.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Philippines requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
before posting contraceptives, firearms and firearm parts, plants (or parts of plants), or silkworms<br />
and eggs.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Commercial goods exceeding 3000 pesos require an invoice<br />
endorsed by a Philippines consul. Insert one copy of the invoice in the article and attach another to<br />
its face. Attach a copy of any relevant letter of credit if the value exceeds $US1000.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Philippines prohibits:<br />
Abortion-procurement items<br />
Coffee<br />
Copyright infringements<br />
Currency, counterfeit<br />
Foodstuffs, adulterated<br />
Fragile articles<br />
Games of chance of any type<br />
Liqueurs and spirits<br />
Liquids or liquefiable elements<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Medicines, adulterated<br />
Seditious materials.
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PITCAIRN ISLANDS<br />
Including Pitcairn, Henderson Island, Ducie and Oeno<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
�<br />
1 See note 1<br />
1 See note 1<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 See note 1<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Services<br />
In the absence of an Air Mail service, all articles are sent by air to New Zealand and then by sea to<br />
Pitcairn Islands. Total delivery time is between one and two months.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Pitcairn Islands authorities before posting plants<br />
or firearms.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Pitcairn Islands has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Pitcairn Islands prohibits alcoholic beverages.<br />
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September 2007<br />
POLAND, REPUBLIC OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Poland requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Polish authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Firearm and firearm parts<br />
Fruit<br />
Multi-copying materials<br />
Plants<br />
Poisons<br />
Radio transmitters and parts<br />
Seeds<br />
Urns containing ashes of the<br />
dead<br />
Vegetables.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Poland has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Poland prohibits:<br />
Articles and publications<br />
contrary to public order<br />
Empty containers, labels, and so<br />
on still bearing the<br />
manufacturers’ inscriptions
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Including Azores and Madeira<br />
PORTUGAL<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days $5000 � 20 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should contact the Portuguese authorities to determine import restrictions. Portugal requires<br />
an import permit and before posting any such item, senders should confirm that the addressee has<br />
the necessary permit. Senders should also determine import restrictions from Portugese authorities<br />
before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Chemical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Raw hide and skins<br />
Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice attached to the outside of the article. Articles that contain<br />
goods not of <strong>Australia</strong>n origin require an invoice endorsed either by a Portuguese consul or by a<br />
Chamber of Commerce.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Portugal prohibits:<br />
Foodstuffs containing saccharine and similar products.<br />
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September 2007<br />
PUERTO RICO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to United States of America.
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QATAR<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $4435 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $3000<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $4435<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail deilvery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Qatar authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Measuring instruments Tobacco<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Pharmaceuticals<br />
Transmitter and receivers.<br />
Qatar has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Qatar prohibits:<br />
Clothing bearing the name of<br />
Allah or verses from the<br />
Koran<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Greeting cards with musical<br />
chimes<br />
Military or similar clothing<br />
Political printed matter of<br />
subversive nature<br />
Pork and its derivatives<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons.<br />
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September 2007<br />
REUNION<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $359 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $376<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $376<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Bellepierre<br />
Bras Panon<br />
Cilaos<br />
Dzaoudzi,<br />
Mayotte<br />
Entre Deux<br />
Gillot<br />
L'Etang Sale<br />
La Bretagne<br />
La Montagne<br />
La Possession<br />
La Saline<br />
Le Butor<br />
Le Chaudron<br />
Le Port<br />
Le Tampon<br />
Les Avirons<br />
Mamoudzou,<br />
Mayotte<br />
Mayotte,<br />
Comoros<br />
Moufia<br />
Petite lle<br />
Plaine Des<br />
Cafres<br />
Riviere De<br />
Pluies<br />
Salazie<br />
St Andre<br />
St Benoit<br />
St Denis<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
St Francois<br />
St Gilles<br />
St Joseph<br />
St Leu<br />
St Louis<br />
St Paul<br />
St Philippe<br />
St Pierre<br />
Ste Anne<br />
Ste Clotilde<br />
Ste Marie<br />
Ste Rose<br />
Ste Suzanne<br />
Trois Bassins<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not<br />
deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to France.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to France.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Reunion prohibits:<br />
All items prohibited by France<br />
Antiques<br />
Animals, living or dead<br />
Eggs for hatching<br />
Fire extinguishers<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Hides and skins<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Sugarcane plants or parts.
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ROMANIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles� �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Adjud Calan Deta<br />
Jimbolia Piatra Neamt Slanic<br />
Afumati Calarasi Deva<br />
Lehliu Gara Pitesti Slatina<br />
Agigea Calimanesti Dorohoi Lipova Ploiesti Slobozia<br />
Agnita Caracal Dr P Groza Ludus Plopeni Sovata<br />
Ajud<br />
Caransebes Draganesti Olt Lugoj Popesti Strehaia<br />
Alba lulia Carei Draganasi Macea Predeal Suceava<br />
Alesd Cernica Eforie Macin Radauti Tandariei<br />
Alexandria Cernovoda Fagaras Magurele Reghin Tecuci<br />
Arad<br />
Chitila Falticeni Mangalia Resita Teremia<br />
Aurig<br />
Cimpia Turzii Faurei Marasesti Rimnicu Sarat Tg Frumos<br />
Azuga Cimpina Fetesti Marghita Rimnicu Vilcea Tg Jiu<br />
Bacau Cimpulung Fieni<br />
Medgidia Risnov Timisoara<br />
Baia Mare Cimpulung Mold Filiasi Medias Roman Tirgoviste<br />
Baicoi Ciorogirla Floresti Miercurea Ciuc Rosiorii De Tirgu Mures<br />
Baile Tusnad Cisnadie Facsani Mizil<br />
Vede Tirgu Neamt<br />
Bals<br />
Clinceni Fundulea Moreni Rupea Tirgu Secuiesc<br />
Beius Cluj<br />
Gaesti Nadlac Saftica Tirnaveni<br />
Beresti Codlea Galati Negresti Salca Tn Severin<br />
Birlad Colibasi Gheorghieni Negresti Oas Salonta Toplita<br />
Bistrita Nasaud Comanesti Gherla Nehoiu Satu Mare Topoloveni<br />
Bocsa Costantza Giurgiu Odobesti Scornicesti Tulcea<br />
Boldesti Copsa Mica Gura Humorului Odorhiu Sebes Turda<br />
Bors<br />
Costesti Halmeu Secuiesc Sebis Turnu Magurele<br />
Botosani Costinesti Heudin Oltenita Secuiesti Urziceni<br />
Braila Covasna Hirlau Onesti Sfintu GheorgheValenii<br />
De<br />
Branesti Craiova Hirsova Oradea Sibiu<br />
Munte<br />
Brasov Cugir Hunedoara Orastie Sighetu Vaslui<br />
Breaza Curtea De Husi<br />
Ortisoara Marmatiei Vatra Dornei<br />
Bucharest Arges Iancu Otopeni Sighisoara Victoria<br />
Buffea Curtica Iasi<br />
Ovidiu Simbateni Zalau<br />
Buhusi Darasti Iernut Panciu Simleul SilvanieiZarnesti<br />
Bauzau Darmanesti Ineu<br />
Pascani Sinaia Zimnicea<br />
Buzias Dej<br />
Isacea Petrosani Sinnicolaul<br />
Calafat<br />
Mare<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to other towns and rural destinations by various means. Expect<br />
additional delivery times of up to four days. ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office<br />
Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Continued…<br />
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ROMANIA – continued<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 The weight limit for parcels addressed to citizens serving prison sentences in Romania is<br />
10kg.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Drugs and medicines must be in separate articles and in their original packaging. The article must<br />
contain a medical prescription endorsed by the Romanian Health Authorities.<br />
Sealing of packages<br />
Romania does not admit items (except drugs or medicines) packed in hermetically sealed metal<br />
containers.<br />
Gifts<br />
Gifts to private persons do not require an import permit but are liable to customs duty. No person<br />
may receive more than 25 kg of gifts in any one year. No commercial house may send gifts except<br />
for books. Gift packages must not contain used clothing, used shoes or used linen. Each gift package<br />
must contain a detailed list of its contents. Gifts may contain only items for the personal use of the<br />
addressee or family as shown in the list.<br />
Blouses<br />
Bonbons, sweets, cakes, biscuits,<br />
dried fruits, flour products<br />
Chewing gum<br />
Chocolate<br />
Cigarette cases, fountain pen<br />
cases, leather<br />
Clothing for children<br />
Cocoa<br />
Coffee<br />
Combs<br />
Compass sets<br />
Condiments, seasoning<br />
Corsets and elastic stockings<br />
Dresses<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Footwear – material for 1 pair of<br />
shoes or boots<br />
Fountain pens and propelling<br />
pencils<br />
Gloves<br />
Hair clippers<br />
Handbags, portfolios, purses<br />
Handkerchiefs, serviettes<br />
Headgear<br />
Hearing aid batteries<br />
September 2007<br />
Hearing aids<br />
Insect sprays<br />
Jackets and pull-overs<br />
Jean trousers<br />
Jewellery in precious metals<br />
Jewellery, imitation and items of<br />
adornment<br />
Knitting needles<br />
Knitting wool<br />
Laces or cords, twice the quantity<br />
as for shoes<br />
Leather belts<br />
Manicure sets<br />
Musical instruments<br />
Neckties and handtowels<br />
Packets of cigarettes<br />
Paint brushes<br />
Pepper<br />
Perfumes<br />
Pillowcases<br />
Prosthetic limbs and trusses<br />
Raincoats<br />
Razor blades<br />
Razors, blade sharpeners<br />
Rouge, lipstick<br />
Safety pins<br />
Scarves, cravats<br />
Scissors<br />
Sewing machine needles<br />
Sewing thread<br />
Shaving brushes<br />
Shaving soap<br />
Sheets<br />
Silk, nylon or similar material<br />
Slide rules<br />
Socks, stockings<br />
Spectacles and spectacle lenses<br />
Sporting goods and fishing gear<br />
Suits and overcoats<br />
Synthetic material<br />
Syringes (with 5 needles)<br />
Tablecloths, blankets and rugs<br />
Thermometers<br />
Toilet soap<br />
Toothbrushes<br />
Underwear<br />
Video cassettes<br />
Video recorders<br />
Watchbands<br />
Watches<br />
Water colours.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Romania has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Romania prohibits:<br />
Animal products<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Fire extinguishers<br />
Ivory<br />
Medical samples<br />
Stamps and philatelic items in<br />
Perishables<br />
postal articles sent to private<br />
Precious metals and stones persons<br />
Publications prejudicial to Used clothing, shoes and linen,<br />
political, social and moral order in gift packages<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons
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RUSSIAN FEDERATION<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all regions, Republics and Territories with the following<br />
exceptions. A three-digit postcode indicates the first three digits of a six-digit postcode. Tyumen,<br />
Yamalo-Nenetsk and Khanty-Mansiik regions – postcodes 625, 626, 627 – in these regions ECI<br />
and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the cities or towns shown:<br />
Abatsky 627540 Langepas 626449 Salekhard 626600<br />
Armizonskoje 627220 Megion 626441 Sladkovo 626100<br />
Aromashevo 627321 Mezhdurechen- 626322 Surgut 626400<br />
sky<br />
B Sorokino 627500 Muravlenko 626681 Tobolsk 626170<br />
Beloyarsky 626818 N Tavda 627200 Tyumen 625<br />
Berjuzhje 627440 N Urengoi 626718 Uporovo 626140<br />
Golymshanovo 627300 Nadym 626711 Uvat 627180<br />
Isetskoje 626080 Neftejugansk 626430 Vagaj 627520<br />
Ishim 627400 Nizhnevartovsk 626440 Vikulovo 627210<br />
Kazanskoje 626020 Nojabrsk 626726 Yalutorovsk 626050<br />
Khanty- 626200 Omutinsky 627610 Yarkovo 627100<br />
Mansiisk<br />
Kogalym 626481 Pokachi 626452 Yurginskoje 627030<br />
Labytnangi 626520 Raduzhny 626448 Zavodoukovsk 627100<br />
Republic of Tyva – postcodes 667, 668<br />
In the Republic of Tyva, ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to Kyzyl 667. ECI and EPI – Parcels do<br />
not deliver to postcode 668.<br />
Republic of Saha – postcodes 677, 678<br />
In the Republic of Saha, ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Yakutsk 677. ECI and EPI – Parcels<br />
do not deliver to postcode 678.<br />
Kamchatka region – postcodes 683, 684<br />
In the Kamchatka region, ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the cities or towns shown:<br />
Elizovo 684010 Petropavlovsk<br />
683 Viljuchinsk 684090<br />
Milkovo 684300 Kamch<br />
Magadan region – postcode 685, 686<br />
In the Magadan region, ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Magadan 685. ECI and EPI – Parcels<br />
do not deliver to postcode 686. The Russian Federation does not accept ECI articles and EPI –<br />
Parcels addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restant.<br />
For ECI articles and EPI – Parcels addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the box holder is notified<br />
of arrival.<br />
Continued…<br />
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Russian Federation - continued<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Russian Federation authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fruit<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Leeches<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Medicines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Fish products<br />
Personal use items<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons, hunting.<br />
Weapons<br />
Russian Federation admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the<br />
payment of customs duty and subject to items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Special documentation<br />
Quantity<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Russian Federation prohibits:<br />
Eggs, raw Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
September 2007
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RWANDA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Kigali<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Rwandan authorities before posting:<br />
Firearms<br />
Newspapers and books. Saccharine and similar products.<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and grain<br />
Special documentation<br />
Rwanda has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Rwanda prohibits:<br />
Absinthe-based liqueurs<br />
Animals, live<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
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SAINT CHRISTOPHER (ST KITTS) AND NEVIS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Sea Mail destinations for parcels<br />
The Air Mail and Sea Mail services for parcels are available only to Basseterre (St Kitts) and<br />
Charlestown (Nevis).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from St Christopher and Nevis authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Car parts and accessories<br />
Foodstuff, prepared<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Tobacco products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Saint Christopher and Nevis has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), St Kitts prohibits:<br />
Beer<br />
Cheques, blank<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Playing cards
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ST LUCIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
St Lucia requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from St<br />
Lucia authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Plants and plant products Tobacco and tobacco products.<br />
Firearms<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), St Lucia prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Cheques, blank<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Knives<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Playing cards<br />
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September 2007<br />
ST PIERRE AND MIQUELON<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 5–6 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $1176<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from St Pierre and Miquelon authorities before posting<br />
medicines.<br />
Special documentation<br />
St Pierre and Miquelon has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-Parcels<br />
Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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ST VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Beguia Kingstown Mustique Palm Island St Vincent, Union Island<br />
Canouan<br />
island of<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
St Vincent and The Grenadines requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item,<br />
senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine<br />
import restrictions from St Vincent and The Grenadines authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Bees<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Firearms<br />
Leeches<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Silkworms<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), St Vincent and The Grenadines prohibits:<br />
Cotton and cotton seeds<br />
Drugs, non-prescription<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Plan products<br />
Plants<br />
Seeds<br />
Soil samples<br />
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September 2007<br />
SAMOA, AMERICAN<br />
Including Tutuila Island, Aunu'u Island and Manua Island<br />
Chief town – Pago Pago<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI � �<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
1 3–4 work days<br />
�<br />
� �<br />
3–4 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $1131<br />
3–4 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to United States of America.
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SAMOA<br />
Including Savai'i Island and Upolo Island<br />
Chief town – Apia<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 3–4 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
3–4 work days $2634 � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
3–4 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. � Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � Not permitted in ECI � Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Apia City<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival. Samoa does not<br />
accept ECI or EPI – Parcels duty-payable articles or merchandise.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
The same as New Zealand.<br />
Special documentation<br />
The same as New Zealand.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
The same as New Zealand.<br />
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September 2007<br />
SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 7–9 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 8–10 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to São Tomé<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Sao Tome and Principe has no known import restrictions.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Sao Tome and Principe has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Sao Tome and Principe prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Antiques<br />
Costmetics<br />
Deeds<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Personal effects<br />
Precious metals and stones
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SAUDI ARABIA, KINGDOM OF<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Abha<br />
Baha<br />
Dhahran Jubail Industrial Najrân Seihat<br />
Al-Ahssa Beljarshi (airport) Jubay Industrial Qaryat Tabuk<br />
Al-Bukairieh Bicha Ha’il<br />
Jubayl Ras<br />
Ta'If<br />
Al-Kharj Burayda HaFar al Batin Khumais Ra's Tanourah Unayzah<br />
Al-Khobar Dammam Ir'Ir<br />
Mushayt Ryadh Yanbu Industrial<br />
Al-Mozannab Dawmat-Al- Jeddah Mecca Safwa Yanbu Maritime<br />
Al-Qoteif Jundul Jizân<br />
Medina Sakkaka<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia does not pay compensation for damage to articles containing:<br />
Liquids or substances that easily<br />
liquefy<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Fragile items Perishable items.<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Saudi Arabia before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Vegetables<br />
Films<br />
Special documentation<br />
Addressing<br />
Pharmaceutical products Weapons<br />
All addresses must contain the full correct country title – KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA. Authorities<br />
may confiscate mail not correctly addressed.<br />
Medicines<br />
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia admits medicines only if accompanied by a medical prescription issued by<br />
a competent official authority.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Saudi Arabia prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Coins, precious metals,<br />
gemstones<br />
Medicines unless accompanied<br />
by a prescription<br />
Pork and derivative products<br />
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September 2007<br />
SENEGAL<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $1317 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$1323<br />
$1323<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI articles and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Senegal pays compensation only in cases of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senegal requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Senegal authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Films, prerecorded cassettes or<br />
records<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Gold, items made of<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Raw hide and skins<br />
Second hand clothes<br />
Textile and textile articles<br />
Weapons<br />
Wood and wood products.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require a certified invoice attached to the customs declaration. The sender should<br />
provide a Certificate of Origin, if required.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-<br />
Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2).
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Including Kosovo (see note 3 below)<br />
SERBIA AND MONTENEGRO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 6–7 work days $5000 3 15 kg $5000<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 6–7 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � 3 15 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Aleksinac Buljarica Jajinci Majdanpek Podgorica Stajicevo<br />
Apatin Cacak Kac<br />
Mihajlovo Pozarevac Stara Pazova<br />
Aradac Canj<br />
Kaluderica Mladenovac Pozega Stari Bar<br />
Arandjelovac Celarevo Kelebija Morinj Prcanj Stoliv<br />
Backa Palanka Cerevic Kikinda Muzlja Pristina Subotica<br />
Backa Popola Cetinje Kisac Negotin Prizren Surcin<br />
Backi Jarak Cuprija Kladovo Niksic Prokuplje Sutomore<br />
Bar<br />
Danilovgrad Klek<br />
Nis<br />
Radanovici Sveti Stefan<br />
Batajnica Dimitrovgrad Knjazevac Niska Banja Radovici Temerin<br />
Becej Djakovica Kosovo Polje Nova Pazova Rakovac Tivat<br />
Becici Dobanovci Kotor Nova Varos Raska Tuzi<br />
Bela Ckrva Dobrota Kovilj Novi Beograd Resnik Ulcinj<br />
Belgrade Donja Lastva Kovin Novi Pazar Risan Uzice<br />
Beocin Donji Milanovac Kragujevac Novi Sad Ruma Valjevo<br />
Berane Ecka<br />
Kraljevo Obrenovac Rumenka Veliki Pijesak<br />
Bezanija Elemir Krnjaca Ovca<br />
Sabac Veternik<br />
Bezdan Futog Krusevac Padinska Skela Sajkas Vranje<br />
Bijela Glozan Kumodraz Palic<br />
Senta Vrsac<br />
Bijelo Polje Gnjilane Lastva Pancevo Sid<br />
Zabalj<br />
Bikovo Gornji<br />
Grbaljska Paracin Sirig<br />
Zajecar<br />
Bor<br />
Milanovac Lazarevac Perast Smederevo Zeleznik<br />
Borca Herceg Novi Ledinci Perzica Do Sremska Zemun<br />
Budisava Horgos Ledine Petrovac Kamenica Zrenjanin<br />
Budva Igalo<br />
Lepetane Petrovaradin Sremski<br />
Bujanovac Jagodina Leskovac Pirot<br />
Karlovci<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 For articles to the province of Kosovo, Extra Cover is not available in any service except ECI<br />
<strong>International</strong> Courier. Kosovo’s postal services are being provided under international<br />
mandate by the United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK).<br />
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Serbia and Montenegro – continued<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Serbia and Montenegro authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Coffee<br />
Drugs and poisons<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Fruit<br />
Jewellery<br />
September 2007<br />
Machinery parts<br />
Meat and poultry products<br />
Medicines and patent medicines<br />
Musical instruments<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Printed publications<br />
Radio sets<br />
Serums and vaccines<br />
Utensils.<br />
Watches<br />
Serbia and Montenegro may accept watch cases or housings (mounted or unmounted) of complete<br />
watches made of precious metals after analysis of the metal content. Serbia and Montenegro does<br />
not accept articles containing incomplete watch cases or parts.<br />
Personal-use items<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al items addressed to individuals may contain personal travel articles, articles for personal and<br />
family use (medicines, medical instruments, teaching and leisure material) and articles for the use of<br />
their household in quantities not intended for resale. Personal items not exceeding $US30 are exempt<br />
from customs duty.<br />
Legacy and contract items<br />
Items inherited abroad and articles provided for in contracts concluded between States may be freely<br />
imported in accordance with such contracts.<br />
Professional tools of trade<br />
Natural persons of Serbia and Montenegro nationality exercising a profession may import articles for<br />
use in that profession subject to special conditions.<br />
Import Permits<br />
Serbia and Montenegro requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders must provide proof of the addressee's entitlement on the customs form; otherwise, the<br />
addressee must provide the proof before delivery. Customs authorities inspect all non-letter items.<br />
Gifts<br />
Senders should mark all gifts and accompanying documents GIFT PARCEL or ENVOI CADEAU.<br />
Invoices<br />
All commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Serbia and Montenegro prohibits:<br />
Abortion procurement items<br />
Antiques<br />
Cheques, cashier<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Essences for artificial wines and<br />
brandies<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Foreign products bearing Serbia Military uniforms of other states<br />
and Montenegro trademarks or Personal effects<br />
imitated trade marks Playing cards<br />
Furs<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Whistles, spoons and food<br />
Invoices, blank<br />
containers having a lead<br />
Isopropanol<br />
content over 10%<br />
Ivory<br />
Wines and must containing<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
sulphuric acid<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous Yeast.
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SEYCHELLES<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 � 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 6–7 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � � 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to all places in Mahe Island<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival. ECI and EPI –<br />
Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Seychelles requires an import permit for all goods and personal effects with a value greater than 1000<br />
rupees. Before posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary<br />
permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from Seychelles authorities before posting:<br />
Animals, live<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Firearms and all weapons<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Sugar<br />
Tea.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice inserted in the article.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Seychelles prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank<br />
Antiques<br />
Clothing, used, intended<br />
for sale<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Currency, counterfeit<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Invoices, blank<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Personal effects<br />
Playing cards<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
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SIERRA LEONE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Sierra Leone requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Sierra Leone authorities before posting:<br />
Diamonds, rough<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Firearms<br />
Flock or remnants of material<br />
Plants<br />
Seeds<br />
Uniforms, military or<br />
government.<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps<br />
Sierra Leone admits postage stamps only in Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted certified invoice. For a shipment of several articles, senders<br />
should number each article and indicate which article contains the invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Sierra Leone prohibits:<br />
Currency, counterfeit<br />
or imitation<br />
Distilling apparatus Parasites and destroyers of<br />
noxious insects.<br />
At the time of publication, ECI <strong>International</strong> Courier service remains suspended. Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> and<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> services are also suspended. Air Mail and Sea Mail services for items without Extra<br />
Cover are operating.
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SINGAPORE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3-7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–4 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 2 Extra Cover only. No notes. 2 Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all mainland destinations plus Sentosa and Jurong Islands<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to any other off-shore islands. For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong><br />
Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Unmounted precious stones<br />
Singapore admits unmounted precious stones only with an import permit from the <strong>Post</strong>master<br />
General.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Singapore requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. A Goods and Services Tax of three per cent of<br />
the total of cost, Extra Cover, freight and customs duty applies to all goods and merchandise<br />
imported into Singapore. Senders should determine import restrictions from Singapore authorities<br />
before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Grain<br />
Hypodermic syringes<br />
Meat or meat products<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Weapons and weapon parts<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Singapore prohibits:<br />
Cyclamates, sodium and<br />
calcium, items containing<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Lucky charms, advertising of<br />
Milk, skimmed<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps, fictitious or used<br />
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SLOVAKIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 15 kg $5000<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 15 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Banovce Nad Gelnica Kuty<br />
Nove Mesto Ruzomberok Trstena<br />
Bebravou Gemerska Kysucke Nove Nad Vahom Sabinov Trstin<br />
Banska Bystrica Horka Mesto Nove Sady Sala<br />
Turany<br />
Banska Handlova Ladce Nove Zamky Samorin Turcianske<br />
Stiavnica Harmanec Lednicke Rovne Opatova Secovce Teplice<br />
Baderjov Hlinik Nad Levice Oravsky Senec Turdosovce<br />
Badejov Spa Hronom Levoca Podzamok Senica Turzovka<br />
Bodza Hiohovec Lipany Partizanske Sered Tvrdostin<br />
Bojnice Hnusta Liptovsky Pezinok Skalica Velke Kapusany<br />
Boleraz Hodrusa Hamre Hradok Piesok Sliac<br />
Velky Krtis<br />
Bosaca Holic<br />
Liptovsky Piestany Slovenska Velky Kyr<br />
Bratislava Hrinova Mikulas Plesivec Lupca Velky Meder<br />
Brezno Hrobonovo Lozorno Podbrezova Slovenske Nove Velky Saris<br />
Brezova Pod Humenne Lubochna Poltar<br />
Mesto Vojany<br />
Bradlom Hurbanovo 1 Lucenec Poprad Smolenice Vrable<br />
Brusno Ilava<br />
Malacky Povazska Snina Vranov Nad<br />
Bytca Jablonica Martin<br />
Bystrica Spisska Nova Toplou<br />
Cadca Jaslovske Medzev Prakovce Ves<br />
Vrbove<br />
Chynorany Bohunice Medzilaborce Presov Stara Tura Vysny Kubin<br />
Cierna Nad Jasov Michalovce Pribenik Stropkov Zahorska<br />
Tisou Kalinovo Mochovce Prievidza Stupava Bystrica<br />
Cifer<br />
Kezmarok Modra 1 Puchov Surany Zarnovica<br />
Cinobana Kolarovo Moldava Rajec Svaty Jvr Zavadka Nad<br />
Detva Komarno Myjava Rakova Svidnik Hronom<br />
Dobsina Kosice Nalepkovo Rakovec Nad Svit<br />
Zem Kostolany<br />
Dolny Kubin Kralovsky Namestovo Ondavou Tisovec Ziar Nad<br />
Dubnica Chimec Nemsova Raslavice Tlmace Hronom<br />
Dubova Kremnica Nitra<br />
Revuca Topolcany Zilina<br />
Dunajska Kremnicke Nizna Rimauska Trebisov Zlate Moravce<br />
Streda Bane Nova Bana Sobota Trencianske Zlatno<br />
Filakovo Krompachy Nova Dubnica Rohoznik Teplice Zohor<br />
Galanta Krupina Novaky Rovinka Trencin Zvolen<br />
Gbely Kutniky<br />
Roznava Trnava<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Continued…
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SLOVAKIA – continued<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Slovakia customs decide the value of an article based on the internal price of similar articles. Articles<br />
to a value of 300 crowns are exempt from customs duty.<br />
Gifts<br />
Gifts not exceeding 5000 crowns for the personal use of the addressee or family do not require an<br />
import permit. If the gift exceeds 2000 crowns, the addressee must provide a gift certificate<br />
authenticated by an authorised agent.<br />
Stamps<br />
Senders should ascertain import restrictions from the addressee before sending postage stamps.<br />
Gifts of philatelic articles are restricted to 3 per year and the shipment must not exceed 100 stamps<br />
and 100 crowns in value. Philatelic articles to philatelists must not exceed 1000 crowns in any year.<br />
Used clothing<br />
Slovakia admits used clothing, underwear and footwear only in the following conditions:<br />
� persons emigrating for a lengthy period or for professional reasons<br />
� inherited or bequeathed clothing<br />
� personal clothing of travellers that accords with the duration and purpose of their journey.<br />
Senders should state the relevant condition on the customs declaration.<br />
Books, records, tapes and films<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al articles containing books, printed publications, gramophone records, recording tape or<br />
cinefilms must not contain other goods.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Attach all invoices to the customs declaration.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Slovakia prohibits:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Antiques<br />
Chain letters<br />
Electrical appliances<br />
Furs<br />
Hosiery<br />
Ivory<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Precious metals<br />
Reproductions of bank notes or<br />
designs resembling them<br />
Saccharine<br />
Shoes<br />
Toys.<br />
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SLOVENIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Adlesici Cerknica Dvor Pri Jesenice Na Leskovec Pri Miklavz Na<br />
Ajdovscina Cerkno Zuzemberku Dolenjskem Krskem Dravskem<br />
Anhovo Cerkvenjak Fala<br />
Jurovski Dol Limbus Miklavz Pri<br />
Ankaran Cersak Fram<br />
Kal Nad Ljubljana Ormozu<br />
Apace Cirkovse Frankolovo Kanalom Ljubljana Miren<br />
Artice Cirkulane Gabrovka Kamna Gorica Crnuce Mirna<br />
Bagunje Na Col<br />
Globoko Kamnica Ljubljana Mirna Pec<br />
Goren Cresnovci Golnik Kamnik Dobrunje Mislinja<br />
Begunje P Crni Kal Gomilsko Kanal Ljubljana Polje Mojstrana<br />
Cerknic Crni Vrh Nad Gorenja Vas Kidricevo Ljubljana Most Na Soci<br />
Beltinci Idrijo Gorisnica Knezak Sentvid Motnik<br />
Bezice Crnice Gornja Kobarid Ljubljana Mozirje Murska<br />
Bizeljsko Crnomelj Radgona Kocevje Smartno Sobota<br />
Bled<br />
Dekani Gozd Martuljek Kojsko Ljubno Ob Savi Muta<br />
Blejska DobravaDesternik<br />
Gradec V Beli Komen Ljutomer Naklo<br />
Bohinjska Bela Divaca Grahovo Ob Komenda Loce Pri Nazarje<br />
Bohinjska Dob<br />
Baci Koper<br />
Poljcanah Notranje Gorice<br />
Bistrica Dobova Grahovo Pri Kosana Logatec Nova Cerkev<br />
Bohinjsko Dobravlje Cerknici Kostanjevica Na Lovrenc Na Nova Gorica<br />
Jezero Dobrna Grgar<br />
Krki<br />
Pohorju Novo Mesto<br />
Borovnica Dobrova Grize Kozina Loz<br />
Obrov<br />
Bostanj Dobrovo V Grobelno Kranj<br />
Lukovica Oplotnica<br />
Bovec<br />
Brdih Grosuplje Kranjska Gora Mackovci Orehova Vas<br />
Branik Dol Pri Hajdina Kresnice Majsperk Ormoz<br />
Braslovce Hrastniku Hinje<br />
Krize<br />
Makole Ortnek<br />
Breze Pri Celju Dol Pri Ljubljani Hoce<br />
Krizevci Pri Marezige Otocec Ob Krki<br />
Brezje Dolenja Vas Hrastnik Ljutomeru Maribor, Ozbalt<br />
Brezovica Pri Dolenjske Hrusevje Krka<br />
Dostava Pernica<br />
Ljubljani Toplice Idrija<br />
Krmelj Markovci Pri Pesnica Pri<br />
Brnik Aerodrom Domzale Ig<br />
Krska Vas Ptuju<br />
Mariboru<br />
Camsenik Dornava Ilirska Bistrica Krsko Martjanci Petrovce<br />
Catez Dornberk Ivancna Gorica Lasko Materija Piran<br />
Celje, Predali Dragatus Ivanjkovci Lenart V Mavcice Pisece<br />
Celje, Dostava Dramlje Izola<br />
Slovenskih Medvode Pivka<br />
Cepovan Dravograd Jakobski Dol Lendava Menges Planina<br />
Cerkje Ob Krki Drnovo Jarenina Lendva Metlika Podbocje<br />
Cerkklje Na Duplje Jelsane Lesce Mezica Podbrdo<br />
Gorenjskem Dutovlje Jesenice<br />
Podcetrtek<br />
Continued…
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SLOVENIA – continued<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown – continued<br />
Podgorci<br />
Podgorje<br />
Podgorje Pri<br />
Slovenj<br />
Podgrad<br />
Podlehnik<br />
Podnanos<br />
Podnart<br />
Podplat<br />
Podvelka<br />
Pohorje<br />
Poljane Nad<br />
Skofjo Loko<br />
Poljcane<br />
Polzela<br />
Ponikva<br />
Portoroz<br />
<strong>Post</strong>ojna<br />
Pragersko<br />
Prebold<br />
Preddvor<br />
Preserje<br />
Primskovo<br />
Pristava Pri<br />
Mestinju<br />
Ptuj<br />
Ptujska Gora<br />
Puconci<br />
Race<br />
Radece<br />
Radenci<br />
Radlje Ob Drav<br />
Radomlje<br />
Radovljica<br />
Raka<br />
Rakek<br />
Ratece Planica<br />
Ravne Na<br />
Koroskem<br />
Recica Ob<br />
Savinji<br />
Rence<br />
Ribnica<br />
Ribnica Na<br />
Pohorju<br />
Rimske<br />
Toplice<br />
Rob<br />
Rogaska Slatina<br />
Rogsatec<br />
Ruse<br />
Secovlje<br />
Selca Nad<br />
Skofjo Loko<br />
Selnica Ob Davi<br />
Semic<br />
Sempas<br />
Sempeter Pri<br />
Gorici<br />
Sempeter V<br />
Savinjski<br />
Dolini<br />
Sencur<br />
Senovo<br />
Sentilj V<br />
Slovenskih<br />
Goricah<br />
Sentjanz Pri<br />
Dravogradu<br />
Sentjernej<br />
Smartno V<br />
Rozni Dolini<br />
Smlednik<br />
Sentjur Pri Celju Solkan<br />
Sentruper Sonozece<br />
Sentvid Pri Sorica<br />
Sticni Sostanj<br />
Setjanz Sovodenj<br />
Sevnica Spodnja Idrija<br />
Sezana Spodnji<br />
Skocjan Duplek<br />
Skofije Sredisce Ob<br />
Skofja Loka Dravi<br />
Skofja Vas Srednja Vas<br />
Skofljica Bohinju<br />
Sladki Vrh Sromlje<br />
Slap Ob Idrijci Srpenica<br />
Slovenj Gradec Stahovica<br />
Slovenska Stanjel<br />
Bistrica Stara Cerkev<br />
Slovenske Stari Trg Ob<br />
Konjice Kolpi<br />
Smarje Stari Trg Pri<br />
Smarje Pri Lozu<br />
Jelsah Starse<br />
Smarje Sap Stopice<br />
Smarjeske Store<br />
Toplice Stranice<br />
Smartno Ob Straza Pri<br />
Paki<br />
Novem Mestu<br />
Smartno Pri Litiji Struge<br />
Smartno Pri Strunjan<br />
Slovenj<br />
Gradcu<br />
Suhor<br />
Sveta Trojica V<br />
Slovenskih<br />
Goricah<br />
Tabor<br />
Teharje<br />
Tisina<br />
Tolmin<br />
Topolscica<br />
Trbovlje<br />
Trebelno<br />
Trebnje<br />
Trnovo Pri<br />
Gorici<br />
Trnovska Vas<br />
Trzic<br />
Trzisce<br />
Turjak<br />
Turnisce<br />
Ursna Sela<br />
Velenje<br />
Velika Lasce<br />
Velika Loka<br />
Velika Nedelja<br />
Verzej<br />
Videm Ob<br />
Scavnici<br />
Videm Pri Ptuju<br />
Vipava<br />
Visnja Gora<br />
Visoko Pri<br />
Kranju<br />
Vitanje<br />
Vitomarci<br />
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Vodice Nad<br />
Ljubljano<br />
Vojnik<br />
Volcja Draga<br />
Vransko<br />
Vremski Britof<br />
Vrhnika<br />
Vuhred<br />
Vuzenica<br />
Zabnica<br />
Zabukovje<br />
Zagorje Ob Savi<br />
Zagradec<br />
Zalec<br />
Zavrc<br />
Zdole<br />
Zelezniki<br />
Zgornja Besnica<br />
Zgornja Korena<br />
Zgornja<br />
Kungota<br />
Zgornja Loznica<br />
Zgornja<br />
Polskava<br />
Zgornja<br />
Scavnica<br />
Zgornje Gorje<br />
Zgornje<br />
Jezersko<br />
Ziri<br />
Zirovnica<br />
Zrece<br />
Zuzemberk<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Slovenia requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Slovenia authorities before posting:<br />
Coffee<br />
Drugs and poisons<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Fruit<br />
Jewellery<br />
Lithographic copies of plans or<br />
maps with a scale less than<br />
1:25000<br />
Machinery parts<br />
Meat and poultry products<br />
Medicines and patent medicines<br />
Musical instruments<br />
Plants or cuttings<br />
Printed publications<br />
Reproduction equipment needed<br />
to pursue a private trade<br />
Serums and vaccines<br />
Utensils<br />
Wireless sets<br />
Watches<br />
Slovenia may accept watch cases or housings (mounted or unmounted) of complete watches made of<br />
precious metals after analysis of the metal content. Slovenia does not accept articles containing<br />
incomplete watch cases or parts.<br />
Personal-use items<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al items addressed to individuals may contain personal travel articles, articles for personal and<br />
family use (medicines, medical instruments, teaching and leisure material) and articles for the use of<br />
their household in quantities not intended for resale. Personal items not exceeding $US30 are exempt<br />
from customs duty.<br />
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SLOVENIA – continued<br />
Import restrictions – continued<br />
Legacy and contract items<br />
Items inherited abroad and articles provided for in contracts concluded between States may be freely<br />
imported in accordance with such contracts.<br />
Professional tools of trade<br />
Natural persons of Slovenian nationality exercising a profession may import articles for use in that<br />
profession subject to special conditions.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders must provide proof of the addressee's entitlement on the customs form C231; otherwise, the<br />
addressee must provide the proof before delivery. Customs authorities inspect all Parcels.<br />
Gifts<br />
Senders should mark all gifts and accompanying documents GIFT PARCEL or ENVOI CADEAU.<br />
Invoices<br />
All commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Slovenia prohibits:<br />
Abortion procuring items Foreign products bearing Whistles, spoons and food<br />
Cashew nuts<br />
Slovenia trademarks or imitated containers having a lead<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
trade marks<br />
content over 10%<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Military uniforms of other states Wines and must containing<br />
Essences for artificial wines and<br />
sulphuric acid<br />
brandies<br />
Yeast.<br />
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SOLOMON ISLANDS<br />
Including Shortland Island<br />
For Bougainville and Buka, refer to Papua New Guinea<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 3–5 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
3–5 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
3–5 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. � Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Auki<br />
Honiara Lata<br />
Taro Tulagi Yandina<br />
Gizo<br />
Kirakira Munda<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Solomon Islands authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines Dyes using coal-tar derivatives Parasites and insect killers.<br />
Food<br />
Food or sweets must be in tins or hermetically sealed containers.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Used clothing for personal use requires a Certificate of Fumigation endorsed by a competent<br />
authority.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Solomon Islands prohibits:<br />
Chain letters Clothing and dress material,<br />
used, if intended for sale.<br />
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September 2007<br />
SOMALIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 7–9 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 8–10 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg $768<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
� Not permitted in ECI<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Mogadishu, Berbera (via Djibouti) and Hargeysa (via<br />
Djibouti)<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Somalia does not accept ECI and EPI - Parcels merchandise whether or not for sale. It accepts only<br />
ECI or EPI - Parcels documents or business papers.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Somalia requires an import permit for all commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has the necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Somalia authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Clothing and materials, used<br />
Firearms<br />
Insect killers<br />
Leeches<br />
Medicines and drugs<br />
Milk, condensed<br />
Radio apparatus<br />
Saccharine<br />
Salt<br />
Silkworms<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Weapons and part thereof.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Private packages should be endorsed PRIVATE– NO COMMERCIAL PURPOSE, or PERSONAL EFFECTS, or<br />
GIFT ONLY, as appropriate. Commercial goods must be endorsed COMMERCIAL.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Somalia prohibits:<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Spirits.<br />
At the time of publication, ECI <strong>International</strong> Courier and all Air Mail services remain suspended, including<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> and Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>. Sea Mail is operating.
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SOUTH AFRICA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–6 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $3073<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3073<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bloemfontein Durban Johannesburg Port Elizabeth<br />
Cape Town East London Kimberley Pretoria<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
South Africa requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from South African authorities before posting:<br />
Beeswax and hive-frames Plants and part of<br />
Toys, resembling firearms<br />
Cheese<br />
Rice<br />
Weapons<br />
Liqueurs<br />
Meats and animal products<br />
Military equipment<br />
Serums, vaccines and cultures of<br />
micro-organisms<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Yeast.<br />
Special documentation<br />
South Africa has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), South Africa prohibits:<br />
Clothing, used, intended for<br />
resale<br />
Flypaper<br />
Footwear, used, intended for<br />
resale<br />
Fruit<br />
Honey, royal jelly, conserves<br />
sweetened with honey<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Prison-made goods.<br />
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September 2007<br />
SPAIN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days $5000 � 20 kg $1536<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1536<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by registered or<br />
express post. Delivery to Canary Islands may take 4-5 work days.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Spain requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Spanish authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Jewellery and precious objects<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and parts of plants.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods do not normally require an invoice.<br />
Used clothing and other materials require a Certificate of Disinfection.<br />
Plants and plant products require a Phytosanitary Certificate.<br />
Some goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Spain prohibits:<br />
Cotton seed<br />
Mushrooms and microbes, Religious relics and objects, such<br />
Foodstuffs containing saccharine cultures of<br />
as rosaries<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Playing cards<br />
Tobacco.<br />
Spain prohibits weapons of whatever type or category and all components of weapons.
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SRI LANKA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–6 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by registered or<br />
express post.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Sri Lanka admits personal gifts containing personal items in acceptable quantities. Sri Lanka treats<br />
gift items that exceed acceptable quantities as commercial goods that require an import permit.<br />
Before posting any commercial item, senders should confirm that the addressee has the necessary<br />
permit. All commercial goods attract duty.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Sri Lanka has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-Parcels<br />
Regulations (see �5.8.2)<br />
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SUDAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Khartoum Khartoum North Omdurman Port Sudan Wad Madani<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Packaging of parcels addressed to Southern Sudan<br />
Parcels addressed to Southern Sudan must be waterproof.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Sudan requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Sudanese authorities before posting:<br />
Foodstuff, prepared Pharmaceutical products Plants and plant products.<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Sudan also prohibits all items offensive to the<br />
Muslim culture or sensitive to the Middle East security situation. Sudan prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Antiques<br />
Cheques, blank<br />
Drugs, non-prescription<br />
Firearms/paraphernalia,<br />
imitation<br />
Fragile articles<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Grain samples<br />
Isopropanol<br />
Ivory<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Liquids or liquefiable elements<br />
Mangos<br />
Military uniforms and<br />
equipment<br />
Money orders<br />
Perishables<br />
Playing cards<br />
Pork products<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Religious publications/figures<br />
Sewing machines
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SURINAME<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $933<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $933<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Groningen Moengo Nickerie Paramaribo Totness<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to other places by contacting the addressee to arrange a delivery point.<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Suriname requires an import permit for many commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import<br />
restrictions from Suriname authorities before posting:<br />
Bags or sacks, empty, made of<br />
primary textile materials<br />
Cocoa<br />
Coconut<br />
Coffee<br />
Cotton plants<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice posted separately to the addressee.<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Sugarcane plants.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Suriname prohibits:<br />
Bees Drugs Silkworms.<br />
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SWAZILAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 10 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 7–8 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
$274<br />
�<br />
4 20 kg<br />
�<br />
4 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Addressing<br />
All mail articles must include the words SOUTHERN AFRICA in the address.<br />
4 Delivery service for Parcels<br />
Swaziland does not have a delivery service for parcels. The addressee collects the parcel from a post<br />
office.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Swaziland requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Swaziland authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Cheeses<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Drugs<br />
Leeches<br />
Military uniforms and equipment<br />
Parasites and killers of insects<br />
Plants<br />
Rice<br />
Seeds<br />
Silkworms<br />
Spirits<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Weapons<br />
Yeast.<br />
Gifts<br />
Genuine gifts not exceeding 10 emalangeni in value and 5 kg in weight do not need an import permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice posted separately to the addressee.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Swaziland prohibits:<br />
Bullion Currency, metallic Honey, royal jelly
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SWEDEN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 2 5–6 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
$2351 � 20 kg $2351<br />
5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 3 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
3 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all cities and towns<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by registered or<br />
express post. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
2 Extra Cover Limits<br />
Sweden limits the commercial value of the contents of Extra Cover letters, and the maximum Extra<br />
Cover value, to the limit shown. Articles with a value exceeding this limit will be returned to sender.<br />
3 Valuables payable to bearer<br />
Sweden admits valuables payable to bearer only if addressed to a bank acting as intermediary for<br />
Riksbank.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Sweden requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions from<br />
Swedish authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol and spirits<br />
Animal and animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Plastic and rubber products<br />
Strong beer<br />
Weapons<br />
Wood and wood products<br />
Gifts<br />
There is no customs duties for a gift from a private person abroad to a private person in Sweden,<br />
except for wines, spirits and tobacco, if the value of the gift does not exceed 400 Kronor.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require a certified invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-<br />
Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2).<br />
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September 2007<br />
SWITZERLAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 2 5–6 work days $1800 2 20 kg $1800<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
2 20 kg $1800<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Delivery of Extra Cover letters and parcels<br />
Articles must be collected by the addressee from the destination post office.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Switzerland requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit. Senders should determine import restrictions<br />
from Swiss authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Feathers and down<br />
Hides and skins, raw<br />
Metals, precious, articles made of<br />
Plant products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Salt<br />
Serums and vaccines<br />
Vegetable products<br />
Weapons.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Switzerland has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Switzerland prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Offensive items and<br />
Spying devices, miniature.<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
propaganda
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SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Abo Kamal<br />
Al Hasakah<br />
Aleppo<br />
Banias<br />
Damascus<br />
Der Ezzor<br />
Edleb<br />
Hama<br />
Homs<br />
Jabli<br />
Lattakia<br />
Mohardi<br />
Qamishli<br />
Salameya<br />
Swida<br />
Tartous<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Syrian Arab Republic authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Special documentation<br />
Cinematographic films, celluloid<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Vegetable products.<br />
All commercial goods require a Certificate of Origin. An invoice is not required if the item has a<br />
value less than 250 Syrian Pounds, or if the item is of a non-commercial nature.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Syrian Arab Republic prohibits all items offensive to<br />
the Muslim culture or sensitive to the Middle East security situation. The Syrian Arab Republic also<br />
prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Footwear<br />
Pork products<br />
Antiques<br />
Furs<br />
Precious stones and metals<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Publications, obscene<br />
Cinematographic films, celluloid Glass<br />
Religious publications/figures<br />
Clothes and stockings, used Grain samples<br />
Salt<br />
Coins<br />
Ivory<br />
Soap<br />
Corn oil<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Sulphur<br />
Cotton and cotton seeds Mangos<br />
Tallow<br />
Fats and oils<br />
Firearms/paraphernalia,<br />
imitation<br />
Flour<br />
Flowers and cuttings<br />
Military clothing<br />
Money orders<br />
Pearls<br />
Perishables<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Tobacco<br />
War material and the like<br />
Weapons, military<br />
Wood and wood products.<br />
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September 2007<br />
TAIWAN<br />
Including Pescadores, Quemoy and Matsu Islands<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–5 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–6 work days $768 � 20 kg $768<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to main cities and towns<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Taiwan requires an import permit for many goods including all commercial items. Before posting<br />
any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit for firearms and<br />
firearm parts.<br />
Exemptions<br />
Taiwan admits without a permit:<br />
� samples of merchandise of no commercial value<br />
� articles for personal use<br />
� gift parcels not exceeding $US25 value.<br />
For personal consumption, alcoholic beverages up to a limit of 5kg are admitted, subject to import<br />
tax. For commercial imports involving alcohol or tobacco products, an import licence is required.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Addressing<br />
All mail should show TAIWAN as the last part of the address.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Taiwan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Asparagus<br />
Camphor<br />
Coin collectors items<br />
Gambling items<br />
Jewellery<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Molasses<br />
Ornamentals, made of glass or<br />
mother-of-pearl<br />
Saccharine and similar substances<br />
Sugar<br />
Tea, concentrates, essences and<br />
extracts of.
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TAJIKISTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $2351 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles� �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Dushanbe and Khudjand<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong> Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Tajikistan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fruit<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Leeches<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Medicines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Fish products<br />
Personal use items<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons, hunting.<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Tajikistan admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Special documentation<br />
Quantity<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Tajikistan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Furs<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Viagra<br />
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Including Tanganyika and Zanzibar<br />
September 2007<br />
TANZANIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
2 5–6 work days<br />
�<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days � � 20 kg $400<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $400<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Arusha<br />
Bukoba<br />
Dar es Salaam<br />
Dodoma<br />
Iringa<br />
Kahama<br />
Karagwe<br />
Kasulu<br />
Kigoma<br />
Lindi<br />
Mbeya<br />
Morogor<br />
Moshi<br />
Mtwara<br />
Musoma<br />
Mwanza<br />
Ngara<br />
Njombe<br />
Nzega<br />
Singida<br />
Shinyanga<br />
Songea<br />
Sumbawanga<br />
Tabora<br />
Tanga<br />
Tukuyu<br />
Zanzibar<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Tanzanian authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Television sets<br />
Animal and animal products Hides, skins, wools<br />
Tobacco<br />
Carpets<br />
Jewellery<br />
Toys<br />
Coins<br />
Pharmaceutical products Weapons and parts thereof.<br />
Computers<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Films<br />
Publications and books<br />
Tanzania requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should<br />
confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
All packages, unless addressed to a private person, require an inserted invoice. Senders should mark<br />
the article INVOICE ENCLOSED.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Tanzania prohibits lottery tickets and advertising.
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THAILAND<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–5 work days $2351 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $2351<br />
3–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Thailand authorities before posting:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Firearms<br />
Foodstuffs, prepared<br />
Hides<br />
Lenses, contact<br />
Skins<br />
Medical and surgical instruments Textiles and textile articles<br />
Pharmaceutical products Tobacco<br />
Plants and plant products Vegetable oils<br />
Playing cards<br />
Vinegar.<br />
Duty<br />
Thailand exempts articles less than 500 baht value from customs duty.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice and a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Thailand prohibits:<br />
Electronic games<br />
Handicrafts indicating forged<br />
origin<br />
Mechanical devices with score<br />
or marks<br />
<strong>Post</strong>cards and letter paper,<br />
unused.<br />
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September 2007<br />
TOGO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $3821 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 3 7–8 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
�<br />
� 20 kg<br />
$3821<br />
$3821<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Abloganme Akodessewa Forever Kagnikope Quartier Des Zone<br />
Adidugone Assivito Grand Marche Klikame Etoiles Administrative<br />
Aflao<br />
Be<br />
Hanoukope Kodjoviakope Solidarite Zone<br />
Nyekonakpoe Casablanca Hedzranawoe Lome 2 Tokoin Forever Industrielle<br />
Agbalepedogan Doulassame Nouveau Gd Nukafu Tokoin Hopital Zone Portuaire<br />
Agoue Nyive Dzidzole Ma<br />
Witi<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong><br />
Togo pays compensation only in case of total loss, total theft or destruction of the article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Togo authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines Fruit Hunting rifles<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Special documentation<br />
Togo has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Togo prohibits:<br />
Absinthe<br />
Antiques<br />
Coffee products<br />
Coins, silver<br />
Distilling apparatus<br />
Furs<br />
Ivory<br />
Lotteries and advertising<br />
Marks of origin, false<br />
Metal, pieces of, resembling the<br />
legal coinage<br />
Military equipment<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Poisons<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Radar equipment,<br />
transmitters/receivers<br />
Saccharine and related products<br />
Weights and measures, nonmetric.
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TOKELAU ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 3–4 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 1 4–5 work days<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 4–5 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
1 20 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Via New Zealand.<br />
1 Air Mail delivery<br />
New Zealand <strong>Post</strong> services Tokelau by Air Mail from Auckland via Western Samoa on each Monday,<br />
Thursday and Saturday.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to New Zealand.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to New Zealand.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to New Zealand.<br />
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Friendly Islands<br />
September 2007<br />
TONGA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
Air Mail<br />
�<br />
1 3–4 work days<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
4–5 work days � � 20 kg $900<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Tongan authorities before posting:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Special documentation<br />
Drugs and medicines Plants and parts of plants.<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice. All goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>, Tonga<br />
prohibits tobacco products in packages more than 5 kg and tobacco products packed with other<br />
goods.
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TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg $1620<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Alyce Glen Champ Fleur Goodwood Mt Lambert Princess Town St Joseph<br />
Arima Charlie Village Gardens Otaheite Pio Claro St Marys<br />
Arouca Couva Goodwood Park Palo Seco San Fernando Tacarigua<br />
Barataria Cunupia Gran Couva Penal<br />
Environs Tobago<br />
Bayshore Curepe La Romain Petite Valley San Juan Trincity<br />
Belmont Diamond Vale Laventille Piarco Sangre Grande Tunapuna<br />
California Diego Martin Longdenville Plainsancepark Santa Cruz Union Park<br />
Carapichaima Five Rivers Marabella Point A Pierre Shorelands Valencia<br />
Carenage Four Roads Maraval Point Cumana Siparia Valsayn<br />
Caroni Freeport Mayaro Point Fortin St Anns Valsayn Park<br />
Cascade Fyzabad Mcbean Point Lisas St Augustine Vistabella<br />
Chaguanas Glencoe Morvant Port of Spain St Clair Westmoorings<br />
Chaguaramas<br />
Mt Hope Environs St James Woodbrook<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels have delayed delivery to rural destinations, which might be by registered or<br />
express post. ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Trinidad and Tobago authorities before posting:<br />
Bees<br />
Firearms<br />
Saccharine<br />
Carbon paper<br />
Fruit<br />
Tobacco, extracts and essences of<br />
Coins<br />
Parasites and insect killers Vegetables.<br />
Drugs and medicines Plants and parts of plants<br />
Trinidad and Tobago requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Trinidad and Tobago has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Trinidad and Tobago prohibits:<br />
Animal skins<br />
Earth or packaging containing Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Beeswax<br />
earth<br />
Military equipment<br />
Coffee, raw<br />
Honey<br />
Sugar, unrefined.<br />
Ivory<br />
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September 2007<br />
TRISTAN DA CUNHA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 8–10 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 1 8–10 work days �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
1 10 kg<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Air Mail delivery<br />
Air Mail services are by air to South Africa then by sea to Tristan da Cunha.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Tristan da Cunha authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines Potatoes.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice and Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>.
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TUNISIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days $3411 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $3841<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3841<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Béjà<br />
Bizerte<br />
Gabes<br />
Gaisa<br />
Hammamet<br />
Jendouba<br />
Jerba<br />
Kairouan<br />
Kasserine<br />
Kebili<br />
Kef<br />
Mahdia<br />
Medenine<br />
Monastir<br />
Nabeul<br />
Sfax<br />
Sidi Bouzid<br />
Siliana<br />
Sousse<br />
Tataouine<br />
Tozeur<br />
Tunis and<br />
suburbs<br />
Zaghouan<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Tunisian authorities before posting any goods not<br />
bearing sufficient marks of origin, plus:<br />
Alcohol<br />
Bees<br />
Cereals<br />
Cloth and clothing containing<br />
metallic thread<br />
Cloth, cotton<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Fats (margarine)<br />
Films<br />
Firearms<br />
Fruit<br />
Leeches<br />
Liqueurs<br />
Oils<br />
Pepper<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Saccharine<br />
Sugar<br />
Tobacco products<br />
Vegetables<br />
Viruses and serums<br />
Weapons, commercial<br />
Weapons, hunting.<br />
Tunisia requires an import permit for some goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted certified invoice. Some goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Tunisia prohibits:<br />
Baby comforters<br />
Baby feeders with tubes<br />
Carpets<br />
Cartons and packaging<br />
Coins<br />
Contraceptives<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Crayons<br />
Footwear, rubber or plastic<br />
Glass receptacles<br />
Rugs<br />
Grapes<br />
Salt<br />
Hides and items made of Silverware<br />
Household items, made of metal Skins and items made of<br />
Jewellery<br />
Soap<br />
Lotteries tickets and advertising Tapestries<br />
Mineral waters<br />
Vines and parts of vines<br />
Pencils<br />
Raisins<br />
Woodwork items.<br />
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TURKEY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $1535 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $1535<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $1535<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to the places shown<br />
Adana Catalca Gemlik Kas<br />
Manisa, Saray<br />
Adapazari Cayeli Giresun Kayseri Industrial Selcuk<br />
Afyon Cayirova Golcuk Kdz Eregli Marmara Eregli Selimpasa<br />
Akhisar Cerkezkoy Gumusyaka Kemer Marmaris Side<br />
Akyazi Cesme Hadimkoy Kinali Mersin Silivri<br />
Alanya Corlu Hatay Kinali Ada Mesir Soke<br />
Amasya Corum Hereke Kirikkale Milas<br />
Soma<br />
Ankara Dalaman Heybeliada Kirsehir Misinli Sultanciftligi<br />
Antakya Demre Inegol Kocaeli Mudanya Sultankoy<br />
Antalya Denizli Iskenderun Konya Mugla Tarsus<br />
Aydin Dilovasi Istanbul Korfez Muradiye Tekirdag<br />
Bandirma Diyarbakir Izmir<br />
Kosekoy Muratli Trabzon<br />
Beylikduzu Edirne Izmit<br />
Kula<br />
Nazilli Turgutlu<br />
Bodrum Eskisehir Kahramanmaras Kumburgaz Ordu<br />
Tuzla<br />
Bolu<br />
Evrensekiz Kapikule Kusadasi Rize<br />
Usak<br />
Bursa Fethiye Karabuk Lara<br />
Salihli Vakiflar<br />
Buyukada Foca<br />
Karadeniz Luleburgaz Samandra Yalova<br />
Buyukcekmece Gaziantep Eregli Manavgat Samsun Yeniciftlik<br />
Buyukkaristiran Gebze Karaman Manisa, City Sanliurfa<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
Turkish customs procedures may take between 48 and 96 hours for all ECI and EPI articles. All<br />
commercial and sample shipments must be addressed to a company or institution and not to a private<br />
individual. Merchandise articles for Turkish citizens will only be accepted for citizens with a tax<br />
number. Articles for non-Turkish citizens cannot be sent by ECI.<br />
All ECI articles require an invoice<br />
All ECI articles and EPI - Parcels, including personal gifts, require an invoice containing a full<br />
description of the goods. Invoices should be on a formal letterhead and labelled COMMERCIAL<br />
INVOICE or INVOICE ONLY. For articles of no commercial value, the documentation should state NO<br />
COMMERCIAL VALUE – VALUE DECLARED FOR CUSTOMS PURPOSES ONLY. Never use the words<br />
PRO FORMA.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters<br />
The Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Letters guaranteed service is available only from designated NSW<br />
and QLD postcodes.<br />
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TURKEY – continued<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Turkish authorities before posting:<br />
Bees and leeches<br />
Meat products<br />
Silkworm eggs<br />
Butter<br />
Mineral waters<br />
Soap<br />
Drugs and medicines Parasites and insect killers Thermometers, medical<br />
Firearms<br />
Plants and parts of plants Vegetable fats and oils, industrial.<br />
Turkey requires an import permit for most commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice. Mark the outside of the article FACTURE INSEREE.<br />
Dutiable goods exceeding 50 Turkish pounds require a Certificate of Origin endorsed by a Turkish<br />
consul. Used clothing, bedding, carpets, sacks and so on, require a Certificate of Disinfection.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Turkey prohibits:<br />
Alcohols and alcoholic Furs<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
beverages<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Propaganda against Turkey<br />
Antiques<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Saccharine<br />
Binoculars<br />
Invoices, blank<br />
Saffron<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Measuring apparatus, non-metric Salt<br />
Coffee and tea<br />
Molasses<br />
Shaving brushes made in Japan<br />
Contraceptives and advertising Pepper, white<br />
Soil<br />
Flour<br />
Playing cards<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products.<br />
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TURKMENISTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
ECI � 4–5 work days $5000 �<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 1 4–6 work days � �<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $1176 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 10 kg $1176<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg $1176<br />
Confirm delivery 2 Registered or Extra Cover only.<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Delivery confirmation<br />
Turkmenistan does not deliver to addressees in person.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Turkmenistan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Bees<br />
Dairy products<br />
Fish products<br />
Food products<br />
Fruit<br />
Leeches<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Silkworms<br />
Stamps<br />
Vegetables<br />
Weapons, hunting<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Personal use items<br />
Turkmenistan admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item Quantity Item Quantity<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Turkmenistan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Furs<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Ivory<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Viagra
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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 7–9 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 8–10 work days � � 10 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
8–10 work days �<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
�<br />
� 10 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Grand Turk, Caicos Island and Providenciales<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Turks and Caicos Islands authorities before<br />
posting drugs and medicines, or firearms.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Turks and Caicos Islands has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Turks and Caicos Islands prohibit:<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Drugs, prescription<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Labels<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Playing cards<br />
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September 2007<br />
TUVALU<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 3–5 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail 2 4–5 work days $235 2 20 kg $1175<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–5 work days<br />
Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
2 <strong>Post</strong> office locations<br />
Fanafuti<br />
Nanumanga<br />
Nanumea<br />
Nui<br />
Nuitao Nukufetau Nukulaelae Vaitupu<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Tuvalu requires an import permit for many goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm<br />
that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Tuvalu prohibits:<br />
Clothing, used, intended for sale Currency, counterfeit Shaving brushes from Asian<br />
Coal-tar, derivatives of, useable in<br />
countries.<br />
dyes
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UGANDA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 5–6 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–8 work days $705 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
6–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Arua<br />
Bushenyi<br />
Busia<br />
Entebbe<br />
Fort-Portal<br />
Gulu<br />
Hoima<br />
Iganga<br />
Jinja<br />
Kabale<br />
Kampala<br />
Kamuli<br />
Kasese<br />
Lira<br />
Malaba<br />
Masaka<br />
Masindi<br />
Mbale<br />
Mbarara<br />
Mubende<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Parcels for delivery beyond the railway system<br />
Parcels for delivery beyond the railway system must be watertight.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Ugandan authorities before posting:<br />
Clothing, bedding etc., used, for<br />
sale<br />
Coins<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Firearms<br />
Franking machines<br />
Fruit<br />
Metals, raw precious<br />
Military uniforms<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Rukungiri<br />
Tororo<br />
Plants<br />
Publications relating to sexual<br />
matters and birth control<br />
Seeds.<br />
Uganda requires an import permit for many goods. Plants, seeds and fruit require the approval of<br />
the Commissioner, Agriculture Department, Entebbe, Uganda. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Mark the article INVOICE ENCLOSED.<br />
Some goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Used clothing, bedding, and so on, require a Certificate of Disinfection.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Uganda prohibits:<br />
Alcohols and spirits<br />
Coins<br />
Distilled beverages containing<br />
basic oils or noxious chemical<br />
substances<br />
Flick knives<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Shaving brushes, Japanese.<br />
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UKRAINE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 10 kg $5000<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 10 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery 3 Registered or Extra Cover only.<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the cities and postcodes shown<br />
City <strong>Post</strong>code City <strong>Post</strong>code City <strong>Post</strong>code<br />
Bila Tserkva 09100-09129 Kirovograd 25000-25490 Sevastopol 99000-99699<br />
Dnipropetrovsk 49000-49489 Lougansk 91000-91479 Simferopol 95000-95490<br />
Donetsk 83000-83490 Loutsk 43000-43499 Soumy 40000-40489<br />
Kharkiv 61000-61499 Lviv 79000-79490 Tcherkasy 18000-18499<br />
Kherson 73000-73480 Mykolaiv 54000-54490 Tchernigiv 14000-14499<br />
Ivano-Frankivsk 76000-76490 Odessa 65000-65480 Tchernivtsy 58000-58499<br />
Jitomir 10000-10499 Oujgorod 88000-88499 Ternopil 46000-46499<br />
Khmelnitskii 29000-29499 Poltava 36000-36499 Vinnitsa 21000-21499<br />
Kiev 01000-06999 Rivne 33000-33499 Zaporijia 96000-96499<br />
Ukraine does not accept ECI articles and EPI – Parcels addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e<br />
Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Delivery confirmation<br />
Ukraine does not deliver to addressees in person.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Ukraine authorities before posting:<br />
Agricultural products<br />
Animals or animal products<br />
Foodstuffs<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Weapons, hunting<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Personal use items<br />
Ukraine admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item Quantity Item Quantity<br />
Cigarettes<br />
200<br />
Tobacco<br />
200 g<br />
Spirits, distilled<br />
1 litre Wine<br />
2 litres<br />
Items sent to natural persons and which contain goods to a total value not exceeding the equivalent<br />
of 200 Euro are generally admitted free of customs duties.<br />
Items containing a radio or mobile telephone are admitted if they are addressed to natural persons<br />
and if permission has been granted by the Ukrainian State Centre of Radio Frequencies and<br />
Telecommunications Supervision. The fax number of the Centre is as follows: ((+38 044) 4502765).
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UKRAINE – continued<br />
Items containing medicines for personal use in quantities required for a course of treatment are<br />
permitted where the addressee has obtained authorization from the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Ukraine prohibits coins.<br />
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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />
Including Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and<br />
Umma Al Qaiwain<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 15 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 15 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � � 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. � Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from United Arab Emirates authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Films<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Publications and books<br />
Substances sent for medical<br />
examination or analysis.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial articles that exceed 500-dirhamsin value require:<br />
� original invoices, with a full list of contents, endorsed by a consul of the United Arab Emirates<br />
� an authenticated Certificate Of Origin<br />
� a certificate of exemption, if applicable.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), United Arab Emirates prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Carbon paper<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Ivory<br />
Insecticides, agriculture<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Oil cloth<br />
Oiled paper<br />
Pearls, cultured, imitated or<br />
artificial<br />
Pork and pork products<br />
Weapons and parts thereof.
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UNITED KINGDOM<br />
Including England, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Jersey, Northern Ireland, Scotland<br />
and Wales<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3-7 work days Air Mail �<br />
� 1 20 kg $5000<br />
4–5 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $1000<br />
4–5 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � � 20 kg $1000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. � Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from United Kingdom authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Radio transmitters<br />
Sealskins<br />
Vegetables<br />
Weapons including guns.<br />
The United Kingdom admits articles up to £15 value, except alcohol and tobacco products, free of<br />
duty and taxes<br />
Gifts<br />
The United Kingdom admits private gifts intended for the personal or family use of the addressee<br />
free of duty and VAT up to a value of £36 provided the following limits are not exceeded:<br />
Spirits – 1 litre, plus Wine – 2 litres Tobacco products 50 cigarettes or 25 cigarillos or<br />
10 cigars or 50 grams of tobacco<br />
Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic<br />
Equipment Regulations 2006 Z(RoHS)<br />
In order to put products on the market in the EU, manufacturers needs to ensure that their products<br />
and product components comply with the requirements of the Regulations. This affects<br />
manufacturers, sellers, distributors and recyclers of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)<br />
containing:<br />
Lead Mercury Cadmium<br />
Hexavalent chromium Polybrominated biphenyls<br />
(PBBs)<br />
The following articles now need to be checked:<br />
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers<br />
(PBDEs)<br />
Large household appliances Small household appliances IT and telecommunication<br />
equipment<br />
Consumer equipment Lighting equipment Electrical and electronic tools<br />
(with the exception of large-<br />
Toys, leisure and sports<br />
equipment<br />
Austomatic dispensers<br />
scale stationary industrial tools)<br />
Continued…<br />
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Requirements<br />
Producers must be able to demonstrate compliance by submitting technical or other information to<br />
the enforcing authority on request. They must retain such documentation for four years after the<br />
EEE is placed on the market.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Articles exceeding ₤2,000 in value require an invoice.<br />
United Kingdom postal authorities advise that for best delivery results, packets and parcels being sent<br />
to a PO box should also include a street address. If a PO box is the only address known, then a<br />
(recipient) contact telephone number should be given to assist delivery. While spacing on the packet<br />
or parcel might be questioned with having to provide extra information, there should be room at<br />
least to include a telephone number. Use of a PO box address (only) may delay delivery because of<br />
the need to ascertain delivery details.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), United Kingdom prohibits:<br />
Clothes and rags, soiled<br />
Flick knives<br />
Horror comics<br />
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Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Mineral products<br />
Prison-made goods<br />
Videos, sound recordings and<br />
printed matter, indecent.
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 3–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–6 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
4–6 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
� Extra Cover only.<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from United States of America authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Hides<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Skins<br />
Tobacco and tobacco products<br />
Vegetable and other plant<br />
products<br />
Weapons<br />
Wool.<br />
USA admits duty-free genuine personal gifts not exceeding $US 25 value (excluding tobacco products<br />
and perfume).<br />
Special documentation - Commercial<br />
As a result of new regulations issued by the Food and Drug Administration under the Public Health<br />
Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, all business customers wishing to<br />
send articles of food to the United States must obtain a prior notice of shipment. Articles of food<br />
include (but are not limited to): food for humans or animals, dietary supplements, nutritional<br />
supplements, vitamins, food and colour additives.<br />
The prior notice may be submitted and a prior notice confirmation number obtained via the internet<br />
at: www.access.fda.gov<br />
Mail shipments containing food articles for which a prior notice confirmation number has not been<br />
entered on the customs declaration may be returned to the sender or (if no return address is<br />
included) destroyed. Should you require information on what must be submitted with a prior notice,<br />
consult the Food and Drug Administration’s website: http://www.fda.gov<br />
Whilst not exhaustive, the following food items will require prior FDA Prior Notice approval before<br />
being lodged:<br />
Animal food<br />
Bakery goods<br />
Beverages, all<br />
Canned/frozen food<br />
Confectionary<br />
Dairy products and eggs<br />
Senders should provide a Certificate of Origin, whenever possible.<br />
Fish/seafood<br />
Food components<br />
Raw agricultural goods<br />
Snack foods, all<br />
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Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), United States of America prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Cereals<br />
Coffee<br />
Chain letters & lottery tickets or<br />
related advertising<br />
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Fruit, nuts and citrus peel<br />
Meat and fish products<br />
Vegetable and vegetable products<br />
Wheat products<br />
Mail Security<br />
The United States <strong>Post</strong>al Service has advised that, owing to heightened security, longer delivery times<br />
are likely for articles addressed to US government agencies. This applies in particular to Washington<br />
DC five-digit zip codes ranging from 202xx – 205xx. Mail may be subject to irradiation treatment<br />
prior to delivery. The irradiation process is safe, but the US <strong>Post</strong>al Service is advising mail users that<br />
particular commodities may be affected:<br />
� Any biological sample e.g. blood samples, could be rendered useless<br />
� Diagnostic kits e.g. to monitor blood sugar levels, may be adversely affected<br />
� Photographic film will be fully exposed<br />
� Food will be adversely affected<br />
� Drugs and medicines could have their efficacy affected<br />
� Eyeglasses and contact lenses could be adversely affected<br />
� Electronic devices would probably be rendered inoperable<br />
The US <strong>Post</strong>al Service advises that each irradiated mail article will bear an official notification to the<br />
addressee that the item was subjected to an irradiation process.
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URUGUAY<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, the boxholder is notified of arrival.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Packaging<br />
Uruguay permits padded bags as the outer wrapping of articles only if securely sealed in the same<br />
way as for an Extra Cover article.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Uruguay authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Plants and parts of plants Weapons<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice with a duplicate copy posted separately to the<br />
addressee. Used clothing requires a Certificate of Disinfection.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Uruguay prohibits:<br />
Animals<br />
Jewels and other precious articles Vines and part of vines.<br />
Coins, gold or silver<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
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UZBEKISTAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $5000 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. � Extra Cover only.<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles� �<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Tashkent, Bukhara and Samarkand<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong> Restante.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Uzbekistan authorities before posting:<br />
Animal products<br />
Fruit<br />
Silkworms<br />
Bees<br />
Leeches<br />
Stamps<br />
Dairy products<br />
Medicines<br />
Vegetables<br />
Fish products<br />
Personal use items<br />
Plants and plant products Weapons, hunting<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Uzbekistan admits items for the exclusive personal use of the addressee, subject to the payment of<br />
customs duty and subject to certain items not exceeding the quantities shown.<br />
Item<br />
Clothing – coats, jackets, etc<br />
Cloth<br />
Photographic and video<br />
equipment<br />
Audio recordings<br />
Video recordings<br />
Personal computers and<br />
peripheral equipment<br />
Special documentation<br />
Quantity<br />
3 of each kind<br />
10 metres<br />
1 of each kind<br />
10<br />
5<br />
1<br />
Item<br />
Computer tapes and discs<br />
Wine and vodka<br />
Radio and video machines<br />
Electronic music equipment<br />
Primary religious works – Bible<br />
Koran, Tora, etc<br />
Crucifixes, icons, etc.<br />
Quantity<br />
15<br />
1 litre<br />
1 of each kind<br />
1 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
2 of each kind<br />
Commercial goods must include an invoice.<br />
Inherited goods require a certificate, endorsed by a consul, which confirms the right of inheritance.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Uzbekistan prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Cheques<br />
Coins<br />
Eggs, raw<br />
Electronic and high-frequency<br />
machines<br />
Furs<br />
Items containing powder<br />
Honey and honeycomb<br />
Money orders<br />
<strong>Post</strong>age stamps<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Viagra
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VANUATU<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 3–4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 3–4 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 3 20 kg �<br />
3–4 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Port Vila and Santo<br />
For articles addressed to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box, ECI and EPI - Parcels notify the box of arrival<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Air Mail and Seal Mail destinations for Parcels<br />
Air Mail and Sea Mail services for Parcels are available only to Port Vila, Santo, Tanna, Norsup and<br />
Lolowai.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Vanuatu authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products Drugs and medicines Plants and plant products<br />
Tobacco<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice. Some goods require a Certificate of Origin. Senders should<br />
post documents separately to the addressee.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and EPI-Parcels<br />
Regulations (see �5.8.2).<br />
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VATICAN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 4–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 5–7 work days $3840 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� 20 kg $3840<br />
5–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $3840<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI courier and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from the Vatican before posting firearms and firearm<br />
parts. Drugs and medicines require a Vatican import permit. Otherwise, import restrictions are the<br />
same as Italy.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Same as Italy.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Vatican prohibits:<br />
All items prohibited by Italy<br />
Clothing<br />
Films<br />
Perfumes<br />
Photographic apparatus<br />
Plants and parts of plants<br />
Publications contrary to public<br />
order, morals and religion<br />
Tobacco.
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VENEZUELA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
Perishable biological � Non-infectious only.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
� Not permitted in ECI<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to all destinations<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Venezuela authorities before posting:<br />
Firearms and firearm parts Foodstuffs Plants and parts of plants<br />
Venezuela requires an import permit for most commercial goods. Before posting any item, senders<br />
should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Articles containing dutiable goods of the printing trade, such as albums, almanacs, books, brochures,<br />
music notes, and printed stationery require an attached C1 green customs form.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Venezuela prohibits:<br />
Airline tickets, blank stock<br />
Cigarette paper<br />
Coffee<br />
Coins<br />
Cotton<br />
Credit cards, blanks<br />
Drugs and pharmaceutical<br />
products of unknown<br />
composition<br />
Firearms<br />
Fruits<br />
Ivory<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Pearls<br />
Pornographic material<br />
Saccharine<br />
Salt.<br />
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VIETNAM<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–4 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 4 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 4–5 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery 2 Registered only. 2<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 � Extra Cover ECI only. No notes. Duty-payable articles�<br />
� Extra Cover ECI only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the cities of Danang, Haiphong, Hanoi, and Honchiminh<br />
and to the following provinces:<br />
Angiang Binhthuan Hanam Langson Quangnam Thanhhoa<br />
Bacgiang Camau Hatay Longan Quangngai Thua Thien Hue<br />
Baclieu Cantho Hoabinh Namdinh Quangninh Tiengiang<br />
Bacninh Daclac Hungyen Nghean Qungtri Travinh<br />
Baria Vungtau Dongnai Khanhhoa Ninhbinh Soctrang Vinhlong<br />
Ben Tre Dongthap Kiengiang Ninhthuan Tayninh Vinhphuc<br />
Binhduong Gialai Kontum Phutho Thaibinh<br />
Binhphuoc Haiduong Lamdong Phuyen Thainguyen<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante<br />
(counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Delivery confirmation<br />
Vietnam does not deliver to addressees in person.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Vietnam requires an import permit for all goods (including firearms and firearm parts) except<br />
personal gifts. Before posting, senders should confirm that the addressee has any necessary permit.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an invoice attached to the despatch note. The invoice must quote the<br />
import permit number. Used clothing, footwear and bed linen require a Certificate of Disinfection<br />
endorsed by an <strong>Australia</strong>n Health Authority.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Vietnam prohibits:<br />
Animal and animal products<br />
Pharmaceutical products<br />
Plants and plant products<br />
Publications and recordings<br />
Radio transmitters and receivers<br />
Tobacco products
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VIRGIN ISLANDS, BRITISH<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 2–3 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 6–7 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days � � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to Peter Island, Tortola, and Virgin Gorda<br />
ECI and EPI - Parcels deliver to other towns and rural destinations by registered or express post, or<br />
contacts the addressee to arrange a delivery point. ECI and EPI - Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong><br />
Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from British Virgin Islands authorities before posting:<br />
Clothing, used<br />
Drugs and medicines Fruit<br />
Cotton and cotton seeds Firearms<br />
Plants and parts of plants.<br />
Special documentation<br />
British-made goods require a Certificate of Origin.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), British Virgin Islands prohibits:<br />
Currency notes and coins Gambling devices Ivory<br />
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VIRGIN ISLANDS, USA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 6–7 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 7–8 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $5000<br />
7–8 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg $5000<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Refer to United States of America.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
Refer to United States of America.
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WALLIS AND FUTUNA ISLANDS<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Asia/Pacific Parcels – Zone: B<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l<br />
�<br />
1 4–5 work days �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Air Mail � 4–5 work days Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
� � 20 kg $2815<br />
4–5 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
�<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. No notes.<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Wallis and Futuna Islands authorities before<br />
posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Chemical products<br />
Counterfeiting apparatus<br />
Films<br />
Firearms<br />
Flowers<br />
Fruit<br />
Medicines<br />
Plants<br />
Sound recordings.<br />
Wallis and Futuna Islands requires an import certificate for non-dutiable goods and an import licence<br />
for dutiable goods. Before posting any item, senders should confirm that the addressee has the<br />
necessary certificate or licence.<br />
Wallis and Futuna Islands admits items free of all duties and taxes if they are for the personal and<br />
family use of the addressee and valued at less than 5000 CFP francs per item.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Senders should post Certificates of Origin and all documentation to the addressee separately.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Wallis and Futuna Islands prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Marks of origin, false<br />
Metal counters and similar<br />
articles resembling coins<br />
Sweetening agents<br />
Weights and measures, nonmetric<br />
Wine made with raisins, figs or<br />
dates.<br />
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YEMEN<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: C<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail 3 5–6 work days � � 20 kg �<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l � 5–6 work days � �<br />
Sea Mail � � 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. �<br />
Valuables – see �1.4 4 Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles� �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
�<br />
Not permitted in ECI.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Aden<br />
Al-Mukla Sana’a Taëz<br />
Al-Hodaida Ibb<br />
Seiyun<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Extra Cover<br />
Yemen does not pay compensation for articles containing liquids, substances that easily liquefy, fragile<br />
items or perishable items.<br />
4 Valuables<br />
Yemen prohibits as valuables:<br />
Bearer securities and other<br />
negotiable instruments<br />
Coins exceeding ₤5 sterling in<br />
value<br />
Insurance policies<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Yemen authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs Parasites and insect killers Plants.<br />
Yemen accepts bees, leeches and silkworms only if:<br />
� the sender and addressee are officially recognised institutions<br />
� the containers can remain closed while their contents are checked.<br />
Special documentation<br />
Each parcel or each group of parcels despatched simultaneously by a single sender to the same<br />
addressee requires a commercial invoice.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Yemen prohibits all items offensive to the Muslim<br />
culture or sensitive to the Middle East situation. Yemen also prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Antiques<br />
Firearms/paraphernalia,<br />
imitation<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Jewellery, costume<br />
Literature, contrary to the<br />
Islamic faith<br />
Lottery tickets<br />
Military uniforms<br />
Playing cards<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Pork products<br />
Quinine, rose coloured<br />
Religious publications/figures<br />
Sound recordings<br />
Weapons-manufacturing<br />
equipment<br />
Works of art
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ZAMBIA<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 4–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $743 Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
3 20 kg $940<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
3 20 kg $940<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
� Extra Cover only. Not ECI. No<br />
notes.<br />
Duty-payable articles � �<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau � Private fax machines only.<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Chilibombwe<br />
Chilanga<br />
Chingola<br />
Chipata<br />
Kabwe<br />
Kafue<br />
Kalulushi<br />
Kitwe<br />
Livingstone<br />
Luanshya<br />
Lusaka<br />
Mazabika<br />
Mufulira<br />
N’dola<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels do not deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box or <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
3 Articles, other than letters, for delivery beyond the railway system<br />
Articles, other than letters, for delivery beyond the railway system must be watertight.<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Zambian authorities before posting:<br />
Animals and animal products<br />
Firearms and firearm parts<br />
Plants and parts of plants Tobacco, raw<br />
Weapons and parts of weapons<br />
Special documentation<br />
Commercial goods require an inserted invoice and the article labelled INVOICE ENCLOSED.<br />
Senders should post a Certificate of Origin, where required, separately to the addressee.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and<br />
ECI and EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Zambia prohibits:<br />
Antiques<br />
Aphrodisiacs and literature<br />
relating thereto<br />
Cash letters<br />
Cosmetics<br />
Credit cards, blank<br />
Furs<br />
Gambling devices<br />
Ivory<br />
Liquids, non-hazardous<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising<br />
Precious metals and stones<br />
Prison-made goods<br />
Spirits, preparations of, or<br />
essences and extracts of<br />
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ZIMBABWE<br />
Service Letters – Zone: Rest of the World Parcels – Zone: D<br />
Usual delivery:<br />
– see �1.8<br />
Extra Cover to: Weight to: Extra Cover to:<br />
ECI 1 3–5 work days $5000 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> Int’l 2 5–6 work days � 1 20 kg $5000<br />
Air Mail � 6–7 work days $897 � 20 kg Registered <strong>Post</strong> Int’l �<br />
�<br />
6–7 work days Sea Mail �<br />
� �<br />
� 20 kg �<br />
Confirm delivery � Registered or Extra Cover only. Valuables – see �1.4 �<br />
�<br />
Extra Cover only. No notes. Duty-payable articles �<br />
�<br />
�<br />
Perishable biological � Infectious and non-infectious not accepted – see �1.6.<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> bureau �<br />
1 ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver only to the places shown<br />
Bulawayo<br />
Ascot<br />
Beilbridge<br />
Belmont<br />
Famona<br />
Gwanda<br />
Hillside<br />
Hwange<br />
Morningside<br />
Gweru<br />
Gokwe Kwekwe Redcliff<br />
Harare<br />
Amby<br />
Avondale<br />
Banket<br />
Bindura<br />
Borrowdale<br />
Causeway<br />
Chegulu<br />
Chinhoyi<br />
Chisipiti<br />
Chivhu<br />
Harare Airport<br />
Highfield<br />
Mpopoma<br />
Nkulumane<br />
Highlands<br />
Kadoma<br />
Kariba<br />
Karol<br />
North End<br />
Plumtree<br />
Raylton<br />
Victoria Falls<br />
Kopje Norton<br />
Marondera Seke<br />
Mount Pleasant Southerton<br />
Mvulwi Waterfalls<br />
Masvingo<br />
Chiredzi Triangle Zvishavane<br />
Mutare<br />
Chimanimani Chipinge Nyanga Rusape<br />
ECI and EPI – Parcels deliver to a <strong>Post</strong> Office Box but does not deliver to <strong>Post</strong>e Restante (counter<br />
mail delivery).<br />
2 Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letter service available on a non-guaranteed basis<br />
Import restrictions<br />
Senders should determine import restrictions from Zimbabwe authorities before posting:<br />
Drugs and medicines<br />
Parasites and insect killers<br />
Special documentation<br />
Plants and parts of plants Venereal diseases, advertisements<br />
for treatment of.<br />
Zimbabwe has no current requirements for special documentation.<br />
Prohibitions<br />
In addition to items prohibited by Dangerous and Prohibited Goods & Packaging <strong>Post</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and ECI and<br />
EPI-Parcels Regulations (see �5.8.2), Zimbabwe prohibits:<br />
Alcoholic beverages<br />
Lottery tickets and advertising Spirits, commercial.<br />
Aphrodisiacs and literature<br />
relating thereto<br />
Prison-made goods
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Use this cross-reference table to find a country or territory that has changed its name, is part of<br />
another country, or for which another country provides postal services.<br />
Country or territory Refer to: Page<br />
Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 274<br />
Admiralty Islands Papua New Guinea 211<br />
Aegean Islands Greece 129<br />
Afghanistan 50<br />
Ajman United Arab Emirates 274<br />
Åland Finland 119<br />
Alaska United States of America 277<br />
Albania 51<br />
Algeria 52<br />
American Samoa Samoa, American 230<br />
Andaman Islands India 144<br />
Andorra France 120<br />
Angola 53<br />
Anguilla 54<br />
Antigua and Barbuda 55<br />
Anua Island Samoa, American 230<br />
Apia Samoa 231<br />
Argentina 56<br />
Armenia 57<br />
Aruba Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
Ascension and St Helena 58<br />
Aunu'u Samoa, American 230<br />
Austria 59<br />
Azerbaijan 60<br />
Azores Portugal 217<br />
Bahamas 61<br />
Bahrain 62<br />
Balearic Islands Spain 248<br />
Bangladesh 63<br />
Banks Island Vanuatu 281<br />
Barbados 64<br />
Barbuda Antigua and Barbuda 55<br />
Belarus 65<br />
Belgium 66<br />
Belize 67<br />
Benin 68<br />
Bermuda 69<br />
Bhutan 70<br />
Bismark Archipelago Papua New Guinea 211<br />
Bolivia 71<br />
Bonaire Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
Borneo Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, 77, 146<br />
or Malaysia<br />
177<br />
Bosnia-Herzegovina 72<br />
291<br />
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Botswana 74<br />
Bougainville Papua New Guinea 211<br />
Brazil 75<br />
British Indian Ocean Territory 76<br />
Brunei Darussalam 77<br />
Buka Papua New Guinea 211<br />
Bulgaria 78<br />
Burkina Faso 79<br />
Burma Myanmar 194<br />
Burundi 80<br />
Byelorussia Belarus 65<br />
Caicos Islands Turks and Caicos Islands 269<br />
Cambodia 81<br />
Cameroon 82<br />
Campbell Island New Zealand 201<br />
Canada 83<br />
Canary Islands Spain 248<br />
Cape Verde 84<br />
Caroline Islands Micronesia, Federated States 188<br />
Cayman Islands 85<br />
Central African Republic 86<br />
Chad 87<br />
Channel Islands United Kingdom 275<br />
Chatham Island New Zealand 201<br />
Chile 88<br />
China, People's Republic 89<br />
Christmas Island, Indian Ocean 91<br />
Christmas Island, Pacific Ocean Kiribati 158<br />
Cocos (Keeling) Islands 91<br />
Colombia 92<br />
Comoros 93<br />
Congo 94<br />
Congo, Democratic Republic 95<br />
Cook Islands 96<br />
Corfu Greece 129<br />
Corsica France 120<br />
Costa Rica 97<br />
Côte D'Ivoire 98<br />
Crete Greece 129<br />
Croatia 99<br />
Cuba 101<br />
Curacao Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
Cyprus 102<br />
Cyrenaica Libyan Jamahiriya 168<br />
Czech Republic 103<br />
Dahomey Benin 68
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Denmark 104<br />
Diego Garcia British Indian Ocean Territory 76<br />
Djibouti 105<br />
Dodecanese Islands Greece 129<br />
Dominica 106<br />
Dominican Republic 107<br />
Dubai United Arab Emirates 274<br />
Ducie Pitcairn Islands 215<br />
East Timor 108<br />
Easter Island Chile 88<br />
Ecuador 109<br />
Egypt 110<br />
El Salvador 111<br />
Ellice Island Tuvalu 270<br />
England United Kingdom 275<br />
Equatorial Guinea 112<br />
Eritrea 113<br />
Estonia 114<br />
Ethiopia 115<br />
Falkland Islands (Malvinas) 116<br />
Fanning Island Kiribati 158<br />
Faroe Islands 117<br />
Fiji 118<br />
Finland 119<br />
France 120<br />
French Guiana 121<br />
French Polynesia 122<br />
Friendly Islands Tonga 262<br />
Fujairah United Arab Emirates 274<br />
Futuna Island Wallis and Futuna Islands 287<br />
Gabon 123<br />
Gambia 124<br />
Gambier Islands French Polynesia 122<br />
Georgia 125<br />
Germany 126<br />
Ghana 127<br />
Gibraltar 128<br />
Gilbert Islands Kiribati 158<br />
Great Britain United Kingdom 275<br />
Greece 129<br />
Greenland 130<br />
Grenada 131<br />
Guadeloupe 132<br />
Guam 133<br />
Guatemala 134<br />
Guernsey United Kingdom 275<br />
Guinea 135<br />
293<br />
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Guinea-Bissau 136<br />
Guyana 137<br />
Haiti 138<br />
Hawaii United States of America 277<br />
Henderson Island Pitcairn Islands 215<br />
Holland Netherlands 198<br />
Honduras 139<br />
Hong Kong 140<br />
Hungary 141<br />
Iceland 143<br />
Ifni Morocco 192<br />
India 144<br />
Indonesia 146<br />
Inner Mongolia China, People's Republic 89<br />
Iran, Islamic Republic 147<br />
Iraq 148<br />
Ireland 149<br />
Ireland, Northern United Kingdom 275<br />
Irian Jaya Indonesia 146<br />
Isle of Man United Kingdom 275<br />
Israel 150<br />
Italy 151<br />
Ivory Coast Côte D'Ivoire 98<br />
Jamaica 152<br />
Japan 153<br />
Jersey United Kingdom 275<br />
Jordan 154<br />
Kampuchea Cambodia 81<br />
Kanton Island Kiribati 158<br />
Kazakhstan 155<br />
Kenya 157<br />
Kermadec Islands New Zealand 201<br />
Kirghizia Kyrgyzstan 162<br />
Kiribati 158<br />
Kiritimati Island Kiribati 158<br />
Korea, Democratic People's<br />
159<br />
Republic (North Korea)<br />
Korea, Republic (South Korea) 160<br />
Kuwait 161<br />
Kyrgyzstan 162<br />
Lao, People's Democratic Republic 163<br />
Latvia 164<br />
Lebanon 165<br />
Lesotho 166<br />
Liberia 167<br />
Libyan Jamahiriya 168
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Liechtenstein 169<br />
Lithuania 170<br />
Loyalty Islands New Caledonia 200<br />
Luxembourg 171<br />
Macao 172<br />
Macedonia, the former Yugoslav<br />
173<br />
Republic of<br />
Macias Nguema Biyoga Equatorial Guinea 112<br />
Madagascar 175<br />
Madeira Portugal 217<br />
Malawi 176<br />
Malaysia 177<br />
Maldives 178<br />
Mali 179<br />
Malta 180<br />
Manchuria China, People's Republic 89<br />
Manua Islands Samoa, American 230<br />
Mariana Islands 181<br />
Marquesas Islands French Polynesia 122<br />
Marshall Islands 182<br />
Martinique 183<br />
Matsu Islands Taiwan 256<br />
Mauritania 184<br />
Mauritius 185<br />
Mexico 186<br />
Micronesia, Federated States 188<br />
Miquelon St Pierre and Miquelon 228<br />
Moldova 190<br />
Monaco France 120<br />
Mongolia 190<br />
Mongolia, Inner China, People's Republic 89<br />
Montserrat 191<br />
Montenegro Serbia and Montenegro 235<br />
Morocco 192<br />
Mozambique 193<br />
Myanmar 194<br />
Namibia 195<br />
Nauru 196<br />
Nepal 197<br />
Netherlands 198<br />
Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
New Britain Papua New Guinea 211<br />
New Caledonia 200<br />
New Ireland Papua New Guinea 211<br />
New Zealand 201<br />
Newfoundland Canada 83<br />
295<br />
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Nicaragua 202<br />
Nicobar Islands India 144<br />
Niger 203<br />
Nigeria 204<br />
Niuafo'ou Tonga 262<br />
Niue Island 205<br />
Norfolk Island 205<br />
North Korea Korea, Democratic People's<br />
159<br />
Republic<br />
Northern Ireland United Kingdom 275<br />
Norway 206<br />
Ocean Island Kiribati 158<br />
Oeno Pitcairn Islands 215<br />
Oman 207<br />
Pago Pago Samoa, American 230<br />
Pakistan 208<br />
Palau 209<br />
Panama Canal Zone Panama Republic 210<br />
Panama Republic 210<br />
Papua New Guinea 211<br />
Paraguay 212<br />
Peru 213<br />
Pescadores Taiwan 256<br />
Philippines 214<br />
Phoenix Islands Kiribati 158<br />
Pitcairn Islands 215<br />
Poland, Republic 216<br />
Portugal 217<br />
Principe Sao Tome and Principe 232<br />
Puerto Rico 218<br />
Qatar 219<br />
Quemoy Taiwan 256<br />
Ras Al Khaimah United Arab Emirates 274<br />
Reunion 220<br />
Rio Muni Equatorial Guinea 112<br />
Rodriguez Mauritius 185<br />
Romania 221<br />
Russian Federation 223<br />
Rwanda 225<br />
Ryukyu Islands Japan 153<br />
Saba Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
Sabah Malaysia 177<br />
Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and<br />
226<br />
Nevis<br />
St Eustatius Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
St Helena Ascension and St Helena 58
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St Lucia 227<br />
St Maarten Netherlands Antilles and Aruba 199<br />
St Pierre and Miquelon 228<br />
St Vincent and the Grenadines 229<br />
Samoa, American 230<br />
Samoa 231<br />
San Marino Italy 151<br />
Santa Cruz Islands Solomon Islands 245<br />
Sao Tome and Principe 232<br />
Sarawak Malaysia 177<br />
Sardinia Italy 151<br />
Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of 233<br />
Savai'i Island Samoa 231<br />
Scotland United Kingdom 275<br />
Senegal 234<br />
Serbia Serbia and Montenegro 235<br />
Serbia and Montenegro 235<br />
Seychelles 237<br />
Sharjah United Arab Emirates 274<br />
Shortland Islands Solomon Islands 245<br />
Sicily Italy 151<br />
Sierra Leone 238<br />
Singapore 239<br />
Slovakia 240<br />
Slovenia 242<br />
Society Islands French Polynesia 122<br />
Solomon Islands 245<br />
Somalia 246<br />
South Africa 247<br />
South Georgia Falkland Islands 116<br />
South Korea Korea, Republic 160<br />
South Orkney Islands Falkland Islands 116<br />
South Sandwich Islands Falkland Islands 116<br />
South Shetland Islands Falkland Islands 116<br />
Spain 248<br />
Sri Lanka 249<br />
Sudan 250<br />
Suriname 251<br />
Swaziland 252<br />
Sweden 253<br />
Switzerland 254<br />
Syrian Arab Republic 255<br />
Tahiti French Polynesia 122<br />
Taiwan 256<br />
Tajikistan 257<br />
Tanganyika Tanzania 258<br />
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Tanzania 258<br />
Thailand 259<br />
Tibet China, People's Republic 89<br />
Timor, East East Timor 108<br />
Timor, West Indonesia 146<br />
Tobago Trinidad and Tobago 263<br />
Togo 260<br />
Tokelau Islands 261<br />
Tonga 262<br />
Torres Islands Vanuatu 281<br />
Trinidad and Tobago 263<br />
Tristan da Cunha 264<br />
Tuamotu Islands French Polynesia 122<br />
Tubuai Islands French Polynesia 122<br />
Tunisia 265<br />
Turkey 266<br />
Turkmenistan 268<br />
Turks and Caicos Islands 269<br />
Tuvalu 270<br />
Uganda 271<br />
Ukraine 272<br />
Umma Al Qaiwain United Arab Emirates 274<br />
United Arab Emirates 274<br />
United Kingdom 275<br />
United States of America 277<br />
Upolo Island Samoa 231<br />
Upper Volta Burkina Faso 79<br />
Uruguay 279<br />
Uzbekistan 280<br />
Vanuatu 281<br />
Vatican 282<br />
Venezuela 283<br />
Vietnam 284<br />
Virgin Islands, British 285<br />
Virgin Islands, USA 286<br />
Wales United Kingdom 275<br />
Wallis and Futuna Islands 287<br />
Washington Island Kiribati 158<br />
West Timor Indonesia 146<br />
Western Samoa Samoa 231<br />
Yemen 288<br />
Yugoslavia Serbia and Montenegro 235<br />
Zaire Congo, Democratic Republic 95<br />
Zambia 289<br />
Zanzibar Tanzania 258<br />
Zimbabwe 290
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INDEX<br />
A<br />
address labels................................see labels, address<br />
addressing ........................................................... �5.5<br />
blind, articles for........................................�4.1.6<br />
defence forces mail ...................................�4.2.5<br />
ECI articles.................................................�2.1.7<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels ....�2.3.9<br />
advice of delivery<br />
.......... see Delivery Confirmation, <strong>International</strong><br />
Aerogramme......................................�1.1.2, �1.1.4<br />
AFPO ..................................................................�4.2<br />
Air Mail................................................................ �2.4<br />
<strong>Australia</strong>n Antarctic Territory<br />
............................................. �5.1, �5.4, �5.17.1<br />
B<br />
bank notes........................................................�1.4.1<br />
blind, international articles for........................ �4.1<br />
<strong>International</strong> Contract Business..................... �2.8<br />
C<br />
CCITT Group 3 .............................................�2.7.1<br />
Christmas Island (Indian Ocean)<br />
............................................. �5.1, �5.4, �5.17.1<br />
claim conditions, compensation and Extra<br />
Cover, international ...................................�5.17<br />
claimant, identification of<br />
compensation, international..................�5.15.3<br />
Extra Cover, international.....................�5.16.3<br />
Cocos (Keeling) Islands ....... �5.1, �5.4, �5.17.1<br />
coins..................................................................�1.4.1<br />
collection at post office, mail addressed for �1.7<br />
compensation<br />
claim conditions, international ................�5.17<br />
claims, international...................................�5.15<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>..................�2.5.9<br />
complaints about <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> ...........�5.14<br />
confiscated articles, claims excluded ........�5.17.2<br />
consequential loss.........................................�5.17.2<br />
contents<br />
of a letter.....................................................�1.1.2<br />
of a parcel ...................................................... �5.6<br />
Convention, UPU...........................................�5.3.1<br />
cover, limits of<br />
compensation...........................................�5.15.2<br />
currency notes................................................. �1.4.1<br />
customs documentation................................ �5.4.1<br />
AFPO.......................................................... �4.2.3<br />
Air Mail....................................................... �2.4.3<br />
ECI ................................................�2.1.2, �2.1.3<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters ..... �2.2.4<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels... �2.3.2<br />
HMA ship................................................... �4.2.3<br />
Extra Cover articles.................................. �3.1.5<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> ................. �2.5.4<br />
Sea Mail Parcels......................................... �2.6.3<br />
customs duty<br />
payment of ................................................. �5.4.4<br />
customs regulations...........................................�5.4<br />
D<br />
damage<br />
compensation claims for ....................... �5.15.6<br />
Extra Cover claims for........................... �5.16.6<br />
defence forces mail............................................�4.2<br />
Delivery Confirmation, <strong>International</strong> ............�3.2<br />
delivery delays<br />
claims excluded ....................................... �5.17.2<br />
complaints................................................ �5.14.3<br />
demurrage........................................................ �5.4.5<br />
Diagnostic Substances ......................................�1.6<br />
dimensions<br />
Aerogramme.............................................. �1.1.4<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters ..... �2.2.2<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels..... �2.3.1<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong> ....................................................... �2.7.3<br />
Greeting card............................................. �1.1.3<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Paid.......................... �2.9.5<br />
Letter........................................................... �1.1.1<br />
Parcel.............................................�1.2.2, �1.2.3<br />
<strong>Post</strong>card ...................................................... �1.1.3<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> ................. �2.5.2<br />
document reconstruction costs................. �5.15.7<br />
documentation, customs<br />
..................................see customs documentation<br />
documents<br />
in Letters..................................................... �1.1.2<br />
in ECI.......................................................... �2.1.2<br />
in <strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong>.......................... �2.7.1<br />
dutiable goods received from overseas...... �5.4.4<br />
duty-payable articles ..........................................�1.5<br />
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E<br />
EDN .................................................................�5.4.2<br />
enquiries about <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>...............�5.14<br />
envelopes, ISO recommended ....................�1.1.1<br />
envelopes, prepaid<br />
Air Mail .......................................................�2.4.7<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters......�2.2.2<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels ....�2.3.1<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>..................�2.5.2<br />
export controls and permits.........................�5.4.3<br />
export declaration number ...........................�5.4.2<br />
export registration..........................................�5.4.2<br />
Express Courier <strong>International</strong> (ECI)............. �2.1<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters.............. �2.2<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels.............. �2.3<br />
Extra Cover claim conditions, international�5.17<br />
Extra Cover claims, international.................�5.16<br />
Extra Cover, international ............................... �3.1<br />
ECI...............................................................�2.1.6<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels ....�2.3.8<br />
Extra Cover, value..........................................�3.1.2<br />
F<br />
facsimile document ........................................�2.7.1<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong>, <strong>International</strong>...................................... �2.7<br />
Firearms and firearm parts .............................. �5.9<br />
force majeure, claims excluded..................�5.17.2<br />
fragile items, claims excluded.....................�5.17.2<br />
G<br />
gold.......................................................................�1.4<br />
greeting card......................................�1.1.2, �1.1.3<br />
H<br />
Heard Island....................................................... �5.1<br />
I<br />
IDD...................................................................�2.7.1<br />
<strong>International</strong> Fax<strong>Post</strong>...see Fax<strong>Post</strong>, <strong>International</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> Extra Cover<br />
.............................see Extra Cover, <strong>International</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> Money Orders .........................�2.11<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> and the GST ..................... �5.2<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong>, scope of ............................ �5.1<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Coupons........................�2.10<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Paid .................................. �2.9<br />
IRP .......................................................................�2.9<br />
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J<br />
jewels ....................................................................�1.4<br />
L<br />
labels, address<br />
Aerogrammes ............................................ �1.1.4<br />
Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags ............................. �1.3.2<br />
labels, service logos<br />
Air Mail....................................................... �2.4.6<br />
Sea Mail Parcels......................................... �2.6.6<br />
letter, Air Mail.....................................................�1.1<br />
contents of ................................................. �1.1.2<br />
lodgement<br />
Air Mail....................................................... �2.4.4<br />
Delivery Confirmation, <strong>International</strong> ... �3.2.2<br />
ECI .............................................................. �2.1.4<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Letters ..... �2.2.5<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> - Parcels..... �2.3.6<br />
Fax<strong>Post</strong>, <strong>International</strong>.............................. �2.7.6<br />
Extra Cover articles.................................. �3.1.3<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> ................. �2.5.5<br />
Sea Mail Parcels......................................... �2.6.4<br />
Lord Howe Island..............................................�5.1<br />
loss<br />
compensation claims for ....................... �5.15.5<br />
Extra Cover claims for........................... �5.16.5<br />
lost items<br />
subsequent discovery of ........................ �5.17.5<br />
title to ........................................................�5.17.4<br />
M<br />
M bags..................................................................�1.3<br />
Mail Security Requirements .......................... �5.10<br />
McDonald Island ...............................................�5.1<br />
Merchandise<br />
ECI .............................................................. �2.1.2<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels.... �2.3.4<br />
money orders, international.......................... �2.11<br />
N<br />
Navy, mail for....................................�4.2, �5.17.1<br />
non-delivery complaints, <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong><br />
.................................................................... �5.14.2<br />
non-documents, ECI..................................... �2.1.2<br />
Norfolk Island ........................�5.1, �5.4, �5.17.1<br />
notes, currency or bank ....................................�1.4<br />
O<br />
offensive articles........................................... �5.17.2
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P<br />
packaging ............................................................ �5.6<br />
defence forces mail ...................................�4.2.6<br />
ECI...............................................................�2.1.8<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels ....�2.3.1<br />
parcels..................................................................�1.2<br />
patient specimens .............................................. �1.6<br />
platinum .............................................................. �1.4<br />
postage refunds............................ �5.15.8, �5.16.7<br />
<strong>Post</strong>al Parcels Agreement, UPU..................�5.3.1<br />
postcard, international.....................�1.1.2, �1.1.3<br />
poste restante .......................................�1.7, �2.1.7<br />
prepaid envelopes................ see envelopes, prepaid<br />
Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags <strong>International</strong> ............. �1.3<br />
prohibited goods<br />
claims excluded........................................�5.17.2<br />
received from overseas.............................�5.4.4<br />
prohibitions ........................................................ �5.8<br />
classes of .....................................................�5.8.1<br />
country-specific .........................................�5.8.3<br />
defence forces mail ...................................�4.2.4<br />
ECI.................................................�2.1.9, �5.8.2<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels ....�5.8.2<br />
proof of despatch<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>......................�2.2.5<br />
proof of posting<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>..................�2.5.6<br />
proof of delivery<br />
Delivery Confirmation, <strong>International</strong>....... �3.2<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>..................�2.5.7<br />
PSTN................................................................�2.7.1<br />
Q<br />
quarantine requirements ...............................�5.4.6<br />
R<br />
redirection.........................................................�5.11<br />
international articles................................�5.11.2<br />
Registered <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong>.......................... �2.5<br />
reply coupons, international..........................�2.10<br />
reply paid, international.................................... �2.9<br />
restrictions, export .........................................�5.7.1<br />
restrictions, import.........................................�5.7.2<br />
S<br />
satchels, ECI....................................................�2.1.8<br />
Sea Mail Parcels ................................................. �2.6<br />
securities payable to bearer.............................. �1.4<br />
silver.....................................................................�1.4<br />
size....................................................... see dimensions<br />
T<br />
travellers' cheques ..............................................�1.4<br />
U<br />
undeliverable articles ...................................... �5.13<br />
Universal <strong>Post</strong>al Union (UPU)........................�5.3<br />
UPU Convention ........................................... �5.3.1<br />
UPU <strong>Post</strong>al Parcels Agreement .................. �5.3.1<br />
Usual Delivery Time..........................................�1.8<br />
V<br />
valuable items ....................................�1.4, �5.16.2<br />
W<br />
weight<br />
Aerogramme.............................................. �1.1.4<br />
Air Mail....................................................... �2.4.2<br />
blind, international Parcels for............... �4.1.3<br />
ECI .............................................................. �2.1.1<br />
Express <strong>Post</strong> <strong>International</strong> – Parcels.... �2.3.3<br />
Greeting card............................................. �1.1.3<br />
<strong>International</strong> Reply Paid.......................... �2.9.5<br />
Letter........................................................... �1.1.1<br />
Non-infectious diagnostic substances .. �1.6.2<br />
Parcel........................................................... �1.2.1<br />
Patient specimens ..................................... �1.6.2<br />
<strong>Post</strong>card ...................................................... �1.1.3<br />
Print <strong>Post</strong> Direct Bags ............................. �1.3.1<br />
Sea Mail Parcel .......................................... �2.6.2<br />
withdrawal from the <strong>International</strong> <strong>Post</strong> ..... �5.11<br />
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