Universities, colleges and Institutes are globally expanding with the intention of capturing prospective international students’. They often use overseas shipping as a means to transport their marketing collaterals and merchandise. Overseas shipping is not as easy as placing a package on a meter to determine the cost and adding postage to the package before sending it to be shipped off; however, it does not necessarily have to be a difficult process if carried out in a right manner.
The certain set of parameters that will assist in a smooth process of overseas shipping are as follows:
1)Proper Documentation: The required forms for shipping abroad depends largely on what is being shipped, where it is being shipped from, where it is being shipped to. Some forms are optional in some countries. Some forms only need to be accompanied with certain kinds of shipments. And some forms are required to be completed and presented before the shipping process while others are required after the shipment has reached its destination. Each form serves its own purpose.
2)Packaging: Depending on the country where your shipment is being sent to, you will be required to handle the packaging accordingly. The goods should be carefully packed and if you are unclear about what you have to do, you should consider about consulting an expert.
3)Labeling & Addressing: Labeling also plays an important part when it comes to customs clearance. Universities generally ship its marketing material and other merchandise for their overseas agents and recruitment fairs, which if not delivered in time could affect their marketing strategy. The following things need to be kept in mind while labeling and addressing:
- Print complete and correct addresses clearly in capital letters with a pen or permanent marker
- Do not use commas or periods
- Mark the package “Fragile” or “Perishable” when appropriate
- If you’re reusing a box, make sure all other addresses are covered or blacked out
- Please label your boxes clearly to avoid Custom Complications
4)Customs Regulations: The very first thing to consider when you are sending online shipments is the customs regulation. All products that are shipped internationally, regardless of the medium of shipment, will be required to clear customs. You will also be required to fill out the appropriate paperwork, usually two custom forms; one for the country where you reside and one for the country where the product is being shipped.
5) Time of Transit: When shipping products internationally, it very important to determine the date you want them to be delivered and plan your shipment carefully. In international shipment, there are far more chances of your shipment getting delayed. For some countries, the option of overnight delivery may not be available at all. Also, depending on what you are sending, the customs clearance can take a long time as well, so prepare accordingly.
6) The medium of Shipment: Another thing that needs to be considered is the medium of shipment that you want to use which mainly includes sea or air freight. Three things should be considered here; time, cost, and product. Air freight is the fastest method but an expensive one. Sea freight, on the other hand, is quite affordable but take a lot more time. Also, sea shipment is often not considered appropriate for delicate items which cannot endure trips enclosed in cargo containers.
7)Tracking Facilities: Tracking of the shipment plays a very important role while shipping internationally as updated and accurate tracking help in preparation of contingent planning.
8)Logistic Support: Throughout the entire process the support from your logistic partner plays a very important role.
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