Shipping to Australia from USA

Shipping to Australia from the USA is straightforward and reliable with Meest USA. We've made it easy to send parcel to Australia for any occasion.

Shipping to Australia from the USA with Meest helps you send packages easily and affordably. Meest USA has created a simple way to  send parcel to Australia - sign up and enjoy benefits of online shipping.

EXPEDITED PARCELS DELIVERY TO AUSTRALIA UP TO 5 BUSINESS DAYS

Register e-mail here at Meest Portal and follow instruction:

• prepare your own box with gifts up to 66 lb
• fill out online form for shipment: Sender/Receiver data
• describe items in parcel and volume
• pay online and Print label
• fix your label to the box
• drop off your parcel from any Meest location OR UPS, FedEx, USPS office

Parcel goes to our main Warehouse in New Jersey

We guarantee up to 5* business days parcel delivery from Meest Hub, NJ to your country

* First-mile delivery and customs clearance process aren’t included in terms of delivery

If you have no Meest-America Agent in your location you can send parcel to Australia from the nearest UPS or FedEx Drop Off Point within Meest Portal.
Tutorial for customer

How Meest USA Delivery to Australia Works

The journey starts online at the secure Meest Portal. After opening an account, you create a new shipment, type the recipient’s address, describe each item, and pay the base fee. Print the label, place it on the largest surface of the box, and hand the package to a nearby drop-off point or schedule a pick‑up. From the New Jersey hub, your shipment flies directly to Sydney, clears customs, and is transferred to Australia Post or a partner courier for the final‑mile run. Real-time tracking lets both sender and recipient follow every scan until the parcel is signed for.

Preparing Your Parcel for Australia

Long-haul parcels cross eleven time zones, three airports, and at least two truck depots, so careful preparation is the secret to worry‑free shipping. A well-packed carton protects the gift, speeds through scanners, and prevents surprise fees that arise when a damaged box must be repacked. Follow the field‑tested advice below, and your parcel will shrug off the roughest conveyor belts.

Smart Packaging Tips for Long‑Distance Shipping

Whether you’re sending handmade ceramics across Europe or restocking a warehouse on the far side of the world, solid packaging is non‑negotiable. Remember these five tried-and-true strategies that logistics experts use on a daily basis before you tape your next box shut:

1. Choose a rigid, double‑wall carton with at least five centimetres of padding on every side.
2. Wrap each fragile item separately in bubble wrap or foam sheets.
3. Fill empty spaces with paper or air pillows so nothing shifts in transit.
4. Place heavier objects at the bottom and lighter objects on top to balance weight.
5. Seal every seam with pressure‑sensitive tape at least five centimetres wide.

Use these techniques together, not in isolation, and your parcel will be ready for the fourteen‑thousand‑kilometre journey ahead. Well‑planned cushioning and proper load distribution mean fewer crushed corners, zero surprise rattles, and virtually no torn seams. A few extra minutes on the packing bench now can spare you the two‑week slog of insurance claims later.

Labeling and Documentation for Australia

Correct paperwork is just as important as good padding. Australian Border Force relies on precise data to release personal parcels quickly, so accuracy pays. The Meest Portal generates everything you need:

• affix the printed label to the flattest surface of the carton and put a spare copy inside the box;
• complete the CN23 customs declaration, listing item description, quantity, and true value in US dollars;
• sign and date the declaration (unsigned forms are automatically held for clarification);
• place all forms in a transparent pouch next to the label so officers can read them without opening the carton;
• mark the recipient’s mobile number on the label to speed up delivery appointment calls.

Your task is to attach and sign it. Once those steps are finished, your paperwork meets every requirement set by Australian authorities. Keep digital copies in your email so if an official requests extra detail, you can forward it instantly and avoid delay.

Items Prohibited for Shipping to Australia

When you need to send package to Australia, remember that Australia enforces some of the strictest biosecurity laws on earth, and violations can lead to confiscation or fines. Read the list carefully and double‑check your box before you seal it:

• fresh fruit or vegetables, seeds, soil, untreated wood, and honey;
• firearms, ammunition, explosives, and spare gun parts;
• loose lithium batteries, aerosols, flammable liquids, and powders;
• counterfeit goods, pirated media, obscene material, and radio transmitters.

If any doubt remains, contact Meest USA support before you ship. Staff will verify whether the item is prohibited, restricted, or simply needs an import permit. Two‑minute confirmation now is far easier than a border seizure later.

Delivery Terms and Shipping Costs to Australia

Meest guarantees expedited delivery up to 5 business days from Meest Hub, NJ to Australia (first-mile delivery and customs clearance not included). Expedited service reaches major cities in 3 to 5 business days. Shipping price is calculated on the greater of actual or dimensional weight. Every parcel is insured for $60.00, and any additional insurance will cost 5% of the insured value. Oversize options exist for cartons above seventy pounds volumetric weight, and optional insurance is available.

Customs and Border Protection in Australia

Parcels valued below AUD 1 000 usually clear electronically without extra duty or tax. Gifts and personal effects that exceed that threshold may attract Goods and Services Tax, import duty, and a processing fee. That sum must be settled by the recipient before delivery.

Clear descriptions and honest values show that nothing is being concealed. When officers are satisfied, release happens in hours rather than days, letting the parcel return to the delivery conveyor almost immediately.

Why Choose Meest USA for Shipping to Australia

Trust is earned, kilometer by kilometer, scan by scan. Meest USA combines thirty years of trans‑Pacific know‑how with modern digital tools to keep personal parcels safe. Here you get:

• one portal that handles booking, payment, label printing, and live tracking;
• transparent pricing lists and no landing‑station surprises;
• bilingual support explains customs rules, packaging questions, and delivery options in clear language;
• flexible service levels let you add insurance or faster transit when timing matters.

Millions of parcels have made the same journey without incident, and continuous audits keep that record intact. When you place your box on our scale you inherit that reputation instantly.

When it is time to ship package to Australia from the USA, simplicity and assurance matter more than ever. Meest USA delivers both. Use the portal, print the label, wrap the box with care, and let the network handle the long miles. With transparent fees, proactive tracking, and expert guidance, staying close to friends and family down under is as easy as walking to your local Meest agent.