International Shipments & Customs
Shipping internationally works just like shipping domestically — with one extra step: a customs declaration. We use that information to automatically generate the customs forms for your shipment. It's easier than most people expect: declare the type of contents and list the items inside the package. Pay with Bitcoin (BTC) or Monero (XMR) — no account, no email, no credit card required.
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Create a shipping labelTwo simple steps
1. Type of contents
Classify your package — Merchandise, Gift, Documents, Sample, Returned Goods, or Other. This determines how customs treats it and whether duties may apply.
2. List your items
Add at least one item with its description, quantity, value, weight, country of origin, and (for merchandise) a tariff number. Don't ship an undeclared "empty" box — customs will flag it.
Choosing the type of contents
Pick the category that best describes what you're sending. Choosing the right one keeps your package moving through customs.
Merchandise
Goods being sold or shipped commercially. A tariff (HS) number is required for every item, and the recipient may owe import duties or taxes.
Gift
A personal present sent with no commercial value. Often exempt from duties up to the destination's gift threshold, but you must still declare a value.
Documents
Paperwork with no commercial value. Must be an envelope less than 1/4 inch thick.
Sample
A commercial sample with no resale value, sent to demonstrate a product.
Returned Goods
Items being returned to their original sender or seller.
Other
Anything that doesn't fit the categories above. A written description of the contents is required.
What you'll need for each item
Description
A plain-language description of the item (e.g. “cotton t-shirt”), not a SKU or acronym.
Quantity
How many of that item are in the package.
Total value (USD)
The honest total value of that line item. Used by customs to assess duties.
Total weight (oz)
The combined weight of all items must not exceed your package weight.
Country of origin
Where the item was manufactured — not necessarily where you're shipping from.
Tariff (HS) number
Required for merchandise. Look yours up at tariffnumber.com.
How it works
- 1
Enter your parcel dimensions, weight, and the sender/recipient addresses. Choose a destination outside your origin country.
- 2
Add a contact phone number for both the sender and recipient (required for international shipments).
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Complete the customs declaration: choose the contents type, add at least one item, and certify the information is accurate.
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Get a live international rate and pay with Bitcoin or Monero. A unique invoice address is generated for your order.
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Once your transaction confirms on-chain, the shipping label and customs form are purchased and ready to download as a PDF.
Important to know
Duties & taxes are the recipient's responsibility
Merchandise may incur import duties, tariffs, or VAT collected by the destination country before delivery.
Phone numbers required
International and express shipments require a contact phone for both sender and recipient.
Undeliverable parcels are abandoned
To protect your privacy we don't retain your address, so undeliverable international parcels are abandoned, not returned. Double-check the recipient details before paying.
$2,500 declared-value limit
Orders with a total declared value of $2,500 or more require additional U.S. export filing (AES ITN). Contact support for high-value exports.
Declare honestly
Under-declaring value or mislabeling restricted goods is illegal and can result in seizure or fines.
Privacy by design
Your addresses and customs declaration are AES-256-GCM encrypted the moment we receive them. The decryption key is destroyed once your label is generated, so the stored data can no longer be read. We never store sender or recipient information in plaintext, and your sending wallet address is never linked to your shipment.
Frequently asked questions
When do I need a customs declaration?+
Any time the sender and recipient are in different countries. CryptoPostage automatically shows the customs declaration form as soon as your destination country differs from your origin country. Domestic shipments never need one.
What information do I need for each item?+
For every item in the package you provide: a plain-language description, the quantity, the total declared value (in USD), the total weight in ounces, the country where it was made (country of origin), and — for merchandise — a tariff (HS) number. You must declare at least one item; customs officials can tell when a box is falsely declared as empty.
What is a tariff (HS) number and where do I find it?+
A Harmonized System (HS) tariff number is an international code that classifies your product so customs can assess duties. It's required for merchandise. You can look up the correct code for your item at www.tariffnumber.com.
Will my recipient have to pay duties or taxes?+
Possibly. Anything declared as 'Merchandise' may be subject to import duties, tariffs, or VAT that the recipient pays to receive the package. Gifts are often exempt up to a per-country threshold. Duties are set by the destination country, not by CryptoPostage.
How is the declared value used?+
The declared value tells customs how much the contents are worth for duty assessment. Declare the honest value — under-declaring is illegal and can get your package seized. We support shipments with a total declared value under $2,500; orders at or above $2,500 require additional U.S. export filing (AES ITN) that we don't currently handle, so please contact support for those.
Why is a phone number required for international shipments?+
Carriers require a contact phone number for both the sender and recipient on international and express shipments so they can resolve customs or delivery issues. You'll be prompted to add one before you can get rates.
What happens if my package can't be delivered?+
If an international parcel can't be delivered, it is abandoned rather than returned, in keeping with our privacy-first model (we don't retain your address to ship it back). Make sure the recipient address and contents are accurate before you pay.
Are there items I can't ship internationally?+
Yes. Each destination country prohibits or restricts different goods, and carriers enforce their own lists. Review our restricted items guide and the destination country's import rules before shipping. Falsely declaring restricted goods can result in seizure.
Do I need to print a separate customs form?+
No. We generate the required customs documentation (such as the CN22/CN23) as part of your label using the declaration you provide. Just print and attach it.
How do I pay?+
The same as domestic: enter your parcel and addresses, complete the customs declaration, get a live rate, and pay with Bitcoin (BTC) or Monero (XMR). Once your payment confirms on-chain, the label and customs form are ready to download — no account or card required.