Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$35.62/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$35.62/kg
Duty-free under
$50
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$26.72
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$51.67
EMS
Box 5kg
$89.08
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$149.64
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$35.62
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 20 — 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 |
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSEMS Express | $35.26 | $35.62 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | HS 85 | 15% (smartphones 15%, laptops 15%, TVs 20%, enforcement unpredictable due to crisis) |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 35% (all garments 35%) |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 35% (all footwear 35%) |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-20% (rice 10%, meat 20%, dairy 20%, basic foods 0-5%) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-15% (industrial machinery 5%, agricultural 0%) |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 15-20% (perfumes 20%, skincare 15%) |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 15-20% (basic toys 15%, electronic toys 20%) |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
SENIAT (Servicio Nacional Integrado de Administración Aduanera y Tributaria, seniat.gob.ve) manages customs. SIDUNEA (ASYCUDA) system. CAN (Andean Community) membership partially suspended. IVA at 16% on imports. Multiple exchange rates complicate customs valuation, official vs parallel rates create confusion. Port of La Guaira (main port for Caracas) and Puerto Cabello are main entry points.
EXTREMELY UNPREDICTABLE. Economic crisis affects everything. Hyperinflation makes value declarations problematic. Multiple exchange rates (official vs. parallel) create confusion for customs valuation. Port of La Guaira congested and poorly maintained. Corruption pervasive, informal payments commonly required. DHL and FedEx operate limited services. Postal service virtually non-functional. Goods can be held indefinitely. Many carriers have suspended service. US sanctions on some Venezuelan entities complicate shipping. Best to use established courier services with Venezuelan customs brokers.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: CAN certificate for Andean Community trade (limited due to partial suspension). General certificates from Fedecámaras or Cámara de Comercio. ALADI/ACE certificates for regional partners. Import licenses: Many goods require import permits from SENCAMER or relevant ministry. Currency allocation approval historically required. Pharmaceuticals, food, and electronics often restricted. Government import controls change frequently and unpredictably. Some goods require CADIVI/CENCOEX authorization.
Limited direct trade data between SC and VE. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into VE: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from SC: Various goods. High import duties common. Accurate value declaration important to avoid seizure.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from SC to VE 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.