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Light Packet

What's available?

  • Drop off your parcel at a local store
  • Delivers to your home or work
  • Protection cover available

Why use Parcel Monkey?

Compare, book and send parcels using discounted parcel delivery services. Save time & money with Parcel Monkey.

  • We’ll help you to find the right courier service
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  • We compare prices for shipping to over 240 destinations
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Small packet delivery

Light Packet is one of our ePacket shipping services, specially designed to help businesses and individuals ship small packets internationally for an affordable price.

Whether you’re an eCommerce business shipping light packets to customers overseas or you’re shipping a small gift to a friend or family member outside the US, you can save money on your delivery costs by booking the Parcel Monkey Light Packet service via our shipping calculator.  


The cheapest way to ship a small packet

Light Packet is one of our cheapest shipping services for small packages, offering fully tracked delivery for packages up to 4lbs to destinations worldwide.  

If you’re looking to reduce your small package shipping costs, Light Packet is a cost-effective alternative to standard courier and postal services. Our discounted rates are some of the cheapest on the internet for shipping small packets by air. 

Small packet quotes

Getting a quote to ship a small packet overseas from the US is quick and easy with Parcel Monkey. Simply weigh and measure your packaged item, then enter the details into our shipping calculator, along with the destination. In seconds you’ll be able to compare prices from multiple international shipping companies so you can choose a service that suits your needs and budget.


How does Light Packet work?

Light Packet is a drop-off service, which means you’ll be able to drop off your packet at your nearest FedEx location at a time that’s convenient for you. All you need to do is package your item, print and attach your shipping label (along with any relevant customs documents) and drop off your packet.  

FedEx will take your packet to a central sorting facility where it will be shipped overseas by USPS. Estimated delivery time is 10-16 business days to major locations

Tracking your ePacket

Light Packet comes with full tracking so you can track your shipment all the way to the recipient's door via the Parcel Monkey tracking tool.

The final mile delivery agent, USPS, is part of the Prime Initiative, which encourages more visibility from the couriers, so you can see every scan made on your package for ultimate clarity of where your package is during despatch and delivery.


Where can I ship to?

Light Packet is a cost-effective way of sending a small packet by air and can be used to ship to popular destinations such as Australia, Canada, China, France, Spain and more. Ideal for eCommerce deliveries, Light Packet enables small business to grow international sales while keeping shipping costs to a minimum.

Booking Light Packet with Parcel Monkey

Packaging

Your goods must be well packed and prepared for transit. Please read our packaging advice for guidance on this.

Shipping labels

You will require a printer to use this service as you will be provided with two shipping labels. One for the central sort location in the US and one for the final destination. Print and attach both labels before dropping off your light packet.   

Find out more about printing shipping labels.

Customs documents

If you’re sending a small parcel overseas, you’ll need to complete a customs declaration form detailing the contents of your package and the value. This is included in our booking process for Light Packet, so all you need to do is answer the questions accurately, print out the completed form and attach it to your package.  

Find out how to print your customs form and ensure your package clears customs without unnecessary delays by following our customs advice.

Protection cover

Light Packet includes $50.00 protection cover, which can be upgraded to $1,000.00 for an additional fee.

Can I have my package collected?  

Light Packet is only available as a drop-off service, however, if you’d like to book a courier collection from your home or work address, we have a range of affordable pick-up and delivery services to choose from. 

If you're shipping to the EU, EU Parcel offers cost-effective delivery to Europe for packages up to 65lbs and is available as a collection or a drop-off service via our shipping calculator.     

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Most recent reviews

  • Light Packet
    Ship small packets cheaply with Parcel Monkey’s Light Packet service. Low cost international delivery for small and light packages. Light Packet
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    4
    05/10/22 BW

    good if you can wait

    By BW on 05/10/22

    first time i tried last year parcel arrived wet and damaged after 6 weeks - this time intact and dry after 3 weeks - for the incredibly low price this is a pretty good deal for non-critical items.

  • Light Packet
    Ship small packets cheaply with Parcel Monkey’s Light Packet service. Low cost international delivery for small and light packages. Light Packet
    3 99
    5
    05/06/22 Anne Donatelli

    By Anne Donatelli on 05/06/22

  • Light Packet
    Ship small packets cheaply with Parcel Monkey’s Light Packet service. Low cost international delivery for small and light packages. Light Packet
    3 99
    5
    04/19/22 Rebecca P Michela

    By Rebecca P Michela on 04/19/22

    We like Parcel Monkey and its US and New Zealand affiliates. Parcels are easy to ship, arrive in a good time, and are a reasonable price. Thank you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Will you collect my parcel?

    Yes, Parcel Monkey will organise the courier of your choice to come and pick the package up from you. When you get a shipping price from our shipping calculator, you can choose from a wide range of delivery companies. Select a courier service that suits your budget and will ensure that the transit times you need are met. 

    Once you have placed an order and arranged for the delivery company to come and collect from you, a shipping label is provided on your Parcel Monkey account ready for you to print out and attach to your package. The courier will then come and pick this up from your home or work address on the date you have selected at the time of booking. Couriers generally make collections between 9am and 6pm. 

    Learn more about what couriers do and the things you should consider before you book one. 

     

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  • How should I package my parcel?

    All packages should be packed well enough to be transported safely across long distances, potentially being passed through a range of vehicles and warehouses depending on which destination you are shipping to. Always check your items are not prohibited or restrcited too, 

    • Use a sturdy, heavy duty cardboard box to prevent any damage to the goods inside.

    • If the items inside are fragile, make sure they are wrapped separately. Fill any spaces in the box with polystyrene chips. 

    • Seal any openings of the box with layers of tape to ensure the box does not open.

    • Securely attach all shipping labels and customs documents provided by Parcel Monkey.

     

    If you have any further questions on packaging, read our guide and if you are still unsure feel free to ask our Live Chat team for advice. 

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  • How do I get a shipping quote?

    Getting a shipping quote is really simple with our easy to use quote engine.

    We can save you time and money as we group together all the best courier services to ship your package with in one place so you can pick and choose the perfect courier for your package. 

    All you need to do is-

    1. Select the country you are shipping from and the country you are shipping to

    2. Add the weight of the package 

    3. Select the courier service that matches the delivery time frame you need and that suits your budget. 

     

    We then take a few more details from you including the exact dimensions of the package which is very important to ensure you pay the correct price to have your item shipped in the US or internationally. 

    Please also provide contents of the shipment are and the correct value and description of the goods inside your package. This is all vital information when booking your shipping, as the couriers need to know exactly what is going through their delivery network as do Customs if shipping overseas. 

    Our shipping calculator will always give you a range of prices and couriers to choose from so you can book the best service to match your needs. Please be sure to add accurate details to get the correct shipping costs for your parcel, failure to do so can result in the item being returned or held up. 

    If you want to get multiple shipping quotes all at one time, we now offer Bulk Shipping tools. These allow you can connect your Shopify store or eBay account and your orders on those marketplaces will be mapped to the best shipping prices we can offer, ready for you to book. 

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