Sending gifts to Ukraine...question

[MichaelS]

I like to send some gifts to my mother-in-law in Odessa.
Anyone has a suggestion as how and what service to use for safe shipping?
Thanks in advance for your input.
MS

[cherokee]

... in response to Sending gifts to Ukraine...question, posted by MichaelS on Dec 4, 2001

there is an agency in parma ohio who ships for $.59/lb. and a $10 delivery fee to Ukraine. expect 4-6 weeks for delivery. I mailed them my  25 lbs. package via USPS ($5.47) They told me not to worry about customs, they'll handle that without problems. If you'd like, email me and I'll send you their info.
good luck!

[MichaelS]

... in response to Sending gifts to Ukraine...question, posted by MichaelS on Dec 4, 2001

I am trying to send her some clothing. As you mentioned I may try US post office.

[tim360z]

... in response to Sending gifts to Ukraine...question, posted by MichaelS on Dec 4, 2001

Depends on what you are sending.  For most purposes I have found USPS @ your local post office to be just fine.  But,  I have only shipped to Kiev and Lugansk.  A few months ago I sent a 12 lb package and it cost $60 to Kiev and took about 8-9 days.  Someone else has also recommended Meest in Elizabeth,  N.J.  UPS is much more expensive and is B to B oriented.  Fedex,  I do not know.  Hope it helps.

[Charles]

... in response to Sending gifts to Ukraine...question, posted by MichaelS on Dec 4, 2001

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