Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$21.37/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$21.37/kg
Duty-free under
$200
VAT / Sales Tax: 12%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$16.03
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$31
EMS
Box 5kg
$53.46
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$89.79
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$21.37
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 — 22, 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!: $200 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 | $21.16 | $21.37 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | HS 85 | 0-10% |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 15% |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 10-15% |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-30% |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-5% |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 10-15% |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 10-15% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Bureau of Customs (BOC) uses e2m Customs (Electronic-to-Mobile) system. Single Administrative Document (SAD) for declarations. ASEAN, RCEP, and bilateral FTAs provide preferential rates. Balikbayan box program for returning Filipinos.
Improving with e2m system. BOC reforms reducing corruption. Port congestion in Manila common. Express couriers 2-5 days. Balikbayan boxes have generous duty-free allowance for overseas Filipinos.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Form D for ASEAN trade. RCEP certificate. Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry issues certificates. Preferential certificates for Japan-Philippines EPA. Import licenses: FDA Philippines for food, drugs, cosmetics. BPI for plant products. BAI for animal products. NTC for telecom equipment. DTI product standards certification. Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) for regulated goods.
Limited direct trade data between YE and PH. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into PH: Electronics, petroleum, vehicles, machinery, iron and steel, plastics, chemicals, food products. Key exports from YE: Various goods. The Philippines charges 12% VAT on imports. De minimis is PHP 10,000 for personal shipments. PHLPost handles postal deliveries but service varies by region. LBC and J&T Express are leading domestic carriers. The large Filipino diaspora makes this a heavily used corridor for balikbayan boxes.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from YE to PH 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.