Shipping OA from U.S. to Europe

[NelsonAI]

 

I searched the archives as I sure this topic has been discussed before but have not located any previous forum.

 

Do any Board members have any suggestions for shipping OA from the United States to almost any other country where the charges are not astronomical?

 

The OA I have is less than $300. Shipping to Europe by Fedex International Economy Grade is estimated at $90 with their fuel surcharge. For high priced art, this would not be an issue but for lower priced art, it's high.

 

I am also looking into US Postal Priority Mail International which their website estimates are at $40. I use priority mail domestically without a problem but am not sure if they are reliable for overseas delivery.

 

I'm sure the reverse is also true when shipping to the U.S. from other countries.

 

Any suggestions for a reasonable, reliable shipping method?

 

Thanks

Cheers!

Nelson

 

 

[chromium]

I get pages from the US all the time using USPS. Most packages are around $30.00 and arrive in 5 - 10 days. Never a hiccup (thumbs u

[jla22-migration]

Likewise - a couple of pages every few months from the US to France via USPS - no problems to date.

[BrianHoward]

Hey Nelson,

 

I ship MANY piece of OA overseas and almost always use the USPS. Thankfully there hasn't been many issues with them, but I would definitely suggest you go with an express service and tracking.

 

DHL isn't bad for Int'l packages too.

[Mister Trent]

I've been buying OA from the USA for over 25 years. Never had a problem.

 

USPS is a good option. For high-end pieces I opt for Global Priority with tracking (as I can monitor each parcel's progress and know when to be on hand when the postman knocks).

[NelsonAI]

 

Thanks for all the input from everyone.

Cheers!

N