Shipping to South Africa from the US
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Shipping to South Africa
Need to send a package to South Africa from the USA? No problem - our courier partners send thousands of packages to South Africa every month, and using our free shipping calculator you can find and compare delivery services to South Africa in seconds.
South Africa shipments are covered by two service tiers: EMS Parcel Post (14-21 business days, from $36) and International Priority Express Drop Off (6-7 business days, from $115). Use our shipping calculator to compare both options side by side and book the tracked courier service that suits your budget and timeframe.
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South Africa Address Format
Addressing a parcel to South Africa is similar to the way we address parcels in the UK. It's important to write the country name on the last line, and remember that South African postcodes are only 4 digits long.
For more detail on formatting addresses correctly, check out the Universal Postal Union’s guide for more on how to address a package to South Africa.
Example Address
MS. THANDIWE NKOSI
45 JAN SMUTS AVENUE
ROSEBANK
JOHANNESBURG
2196
SOUTH AFRICA
Customs advice for shipping to South Africa
South Africa's customs authority enforces strict regulations on commercial goods, so you should expect your package to be subject to in-depth checks. A Declaration of Origin form (DA 59) is typically required, and individual gifts under 400 Rand can avoid duties if the parcel is clearly marked as a 'gift shipment'. Recipients must also provide either a 13-digit personal ID number (format YYMMDDSSSSCAZ) if they are a South African resident, or a passport or national insurance number if they are not.
All items sent via Parcel Monkey are Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU), so the recipient will be contacted by customs to pay any duty owed. Please ensure you provide up-to-date contact details for the recipient so they can be contacted.
The following items are restricted or prohibited from import/export to South Africa:
Uncut diamonds
Counterfeit goods
Prison-made and penitentiary-made goods
Bees and bee products
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, so if in doubt please contact our customer support team before you book your delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship to South Africa?
You can send a package from the US to South Africa from as little as $24.55 when you book online with Parcel Monkey. Simply get a quote through our shipping calculator to compare prices from a range of couriers.
How long does it take to ship to South Africa?
Delivery times from the US to South Africa can vary between 6-7 business days for a standard or express service to 14-21 for an economy service. Generally you'll pay less for services with longer delivery times.
How do I address a package to South Africa?
Addressing conventions vary by country, and South Africa's postcodes are a distinctive 4 digits, different to many other countries. You can find more information here before filling out your label to make sure your parcel arrives without delay.