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Cheapest option
Skynet Worldwide Express
$15.45/kg
1-3 days
Fastest option
Skynet Worldwide Express
1-3 days
$15.45/kg
Duty-free under
$50
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$11.6
Skynet Worldwide Express
1-3 d
Clothing 2kg
$22.41
Skynet Worldwide Express
Box 5kg
$38.64
Skynet Worldwide Express
Heavy 10kg
$64.91
Skynet Worldwide Express
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Standard
Delivery Time
1–3 days
Estimated Price
$15.45
EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$28.5
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 18 — 26, 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 |
After shipping, use your tracking number on the carrier's website:
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skynet Worldwide ExpressStandard | $15.91 | $15.45 | -2.9% |
| EMSEMS Express | $28.22 | $28.5 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 85 | 0-15% |
| Clothing | 61-62 | 10-30% |
| Footwear | 64 | 10-30% |
| Food & Beverages | 01-24 | 0-20% |
| Machinery | 84 | 0-5% |
| Cosmetics | 33 | 10-15% |
| Books | 49 | 0% |
| Toys & Games | 95 | 10-15% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Solomon Islands Customs and Excise Division. ASYCUDA World system. MSG member. Goods tax (GST) at 10% on imports. Import duties 0-30%. SBD (Solomon Islands Dollar) currency. Honiara port (Point Cruz) is the main entry. PACER Plus and MSG trade agreements.
Remote Melanesian island nation. Honiara port (Guadalcanal) is the main entry, small port with limited capacity. Cargo ships from Australia and Fiji every 1-2 weeks. No international courier services to most islands. DHL has limited presence in Honiara only. Postal mail 4-8 weeks. Outer islands (Western Province, Malaita) extremely remote, inter-island cargo boats. Security improved since RAMSI intervention. GST 10% plus duties. Infrastructure very basic. Logging exports subsidize import shipping.