Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$35.62/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$35.62/kg
Duty-free under
$0
VAT / Sales Tax: 13%
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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 25 — 29, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
| 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 | 0-15% (smartphones 0% under CAFTA-DR, laptops 0%, TVs 15%) |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 15% (all garments 15%) |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 15% (all footwear 15%) |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-15% (rice 15%, meat 15%, dairy 15%, basic grains 0-5%) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-5% (industrial machinery 0%, tools 5%) |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 5-15% (perfumes 15%, skincare 5%) |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 5-15% (basic toys 5%, electronic toys 15%) |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
DGA (Dirección General de Aduanas, aduana.gob.sv) under Ministry of Finance. SIDUNEA++ (ASYCUDA) electronic system. CAFTA-DR FTA with US eliminates/reduces many duties. Central American Common Tariff (DAI). IVA at 13% on all imports. US dollar is legal tender since 2001 (no exchange rate risk). Port of Acajutla handles most cargo.
Smallest Central American country but dollarized economy eliminates currency risk. CAFTA-DR reduces US duties. IVA at 13%. Port of Acajutla handles most cargo. DHL, FedEx, UPS available in San Salvador. Courier clearance 2-3 days. Postal mail 2-4 weeks via Correos de El Salvador. Bitcoin legal tender since 2021 but minimal customs impact. Security situation improved under Bukele government. Customs modernizing with electronic systems.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: CAFTA-DR certificate for US trade. Central American integration certificates. FTA with EU (AdA). Issued by CENTREX (Centro de Trámites de Exportación) or CAMARASAL (Cámara de Comercio e Industria de El Salvador). Import licenses: Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and certain food products. Sanitary registration from MINSAL for food imports. Free trade zones (zonas francas) for maquiladora manufacturing.
Limited direct trade data between TG and SV. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into SV: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from TG: Various goods. High import duties common. Accurate value declaration important to avoid seizure.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from TG to SV 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.