Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$14.25/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$14.25/kg
Duty-free under
$50
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$10.7
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$20.67
EMS
Box 5kg
$35.62
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$59.86
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$14.25
Rates are estimates based on published tariffs. Actual rates may vary depending on account type, surcharges, fuel adjustments, and package dimensions. Contact carriers directly for exact quotes.
Estimated arrival
May 15 — 21, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
Below de minimis threshold, no duty!: $50 USD
| Carrier | Included | Premium | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express | Yes ($100) | 2.5% | Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000 |
| FedEx | Yes ($100) | 2.8% | Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package |
| UPS | Yes ($100) | 2.7% | Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000 |
| EMS | Yes ($50) | — | Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option |
| USPS | Yes ($5) | 3% | Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000 |
| Royal Mail | Yes ($50) | 2.5% | Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international |
| Aramex | No | 3% | Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss |
| SF Express | Yes ($30) | 2% | Basic coverage included for declared value |
| DPD | Yes ($520) | — | Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option |
| Japan Post | Yes ($200) | — | Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR |
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSEMS Express | $14.11 | $14.25 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 85 | 0-20% |
| Clothing | 61-62 | 20% |
| Footwear | 64 | 20% |
| Food & Beverages | 01-24 | 0-20% |
| Machinery | 84 | 0-5% |
| Cosmetics | 33 | 20% |
| Books | 49 | 0% |
| Toys & Games | 95 | 20% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
St. Kitts and Nevis Customs and Excise Department. CARICOM CET applies (0-20%). ASYCUDA World system. Basseterre port (St. Kitts) and Charlestown (Nevis) are entry points.
Very small twin-island federation (~55,000 people). Limited import volumes. DHL available but expensive. Postal service slow, 2-4 weeks. CARICOM CET moderate. VAT at 17%. Customs is honest but small staff means delays. Nevis has its own customs post, inter-island shipping adds time. CBI (Citizenship by Investment) program brings some high-value imports.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: CARICOM Certificate of Origin for regional preferential trade. General certificates from Chamber of Industry and Commerce. Import licenses: Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, live animals, and certain agricultural products. Import permits from Ministry of Agriculture for plant and animal products.
Limited direct trade data between DO and KN. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into KN: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from DO: Various goods. High import duties common. Accurate value declaration important to avoid seizure.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from DO to KN takes 7-21 days depending on the service. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer faster delivery in 3-7 days. Accurate customs declarations are recommended to speed up the process.