Shipping from USA to Iceland

You can conveniently send your parcels from USA to Iceland using Meest in these ways:

• Visit one of the many Meest locations in person
• Register your parcels online on the Meest Portal then drop them off to Meest at any UPS/Fedex office.
• Register your parcels online on Meest Portal and order convenient home courier pickup by our partner UPS for only $8 on top.

Send your parcels and gifts for family or friends from USA to Iceland

The parcels will be delivered up to 2 weeks.

Meest has been a reliable shipping partner since 1989 and is proud to serve the community.

Shipping from the US to Iceland has complicated logistics, so it requires expertise and an effective strategy to make it cost-effective and rapid. Thanks to the professionals of Meest USA, your parcel will be delivered with consistent timing and due diligence. We prioritize safety and seamless delivery for the convenience of our customers to ensure each package is delivered to the doorstep in no time.

How Meest makes shipping to Iceland hassle-free

With the possibility of constant location tracking and smart notifications, you will have it under control. However, the opportunity of monitoring your package is just a part of the seamless shipping to Iceland that we offer. Parcel creation is done online and takes only a couple of minutes. Paperwork for customs clearance and packing might take a while, but you can do this at home at a convenient pace without the hurry because of other customers in line.

What to know about customs when shipping to Iceland

This country has stricter customs rules than other regions of the EU, so there are several things to keep in mind when shipping from the USA to Iceland. First of all, fragile items are not allowed, and they will not pass clearance. Furthermore, a declaration is a must.

Necessary documents for smooth customs clearance

Same as in many other countries, the customs require filling in a CN23 declaration. Be specific when providing information about the goods inside the box. Also, be honest and indicate an accurate value of the goods. In case of any discrepancies, your package can be held for further revisions.

Do not forget to write the phone number of the recipient in case clarification is needed at customs.

Duties, taxes, and restrictions for Iceland deliveries

The duty-free threshold is only 2,000 ISK (approximately $15), so you are likely to pay duties and taxes. VAT payment of 24% is also obligatory.

Be careful not to send prohibited or restricted goods. Always check the recent list in case of any changes. Generally, customs agents in Iceland will not allow the import of alcohol, chemicals, currency, drugs, explosives, firearms, fresh food, plants, seeds, and tobacco. If you are not confident in the category of certain goods, contact our support for assistance. It is better to double-check than experience delays at customs or risk your parcel being sent back to the US.

Tips for avoiding delays at customs

Ensure you have all the documentation attached to a parcel. Also, have a digital copy of all the documents to be able to answer questions quickly, prove authenticity, show ownership, etc. Moreover, provide only accurate information and do not include deceitful information about the goods' price to avoid duties.

Given that VAT and taxes should be paid, we recommend doing this in advance to minimize delays at customs. Otherwise, your package will remain at the clearance stage until all those payments are made and processed. Taking into consideration that payments are not made on weekends and public holidays, it can take more time than you expect.

Packing your parcel for Iceland: Tips and best practices

Make sure to take a sturdy box to place documents, a birthday gift, or an online store purchase that needs shipping. Put them ergonomically inside the box to reduce the shipment cost, which we charge either by actual weight or dimensional weight. The latter is a priority, so ensure you have a box of a perfect size, not to pay extra for box dimensions.

Then, fill in the space in the parcel to prevent objects inside from moving. You can even use crumpled paper that can easily be found at home. Choose a wide tape to seal your package. Finally, add the contact info of the recipient and sender, and have the CN 23 declaration attached to your package. The best place for it is next to the information about the sender.

Why Meest is the preferred choice for shipping to Iceland

When using the services provided by Meest to send a parcel to this country, you choose high-quality shipping, timely delivery, and affordable cost. We deliver parcels by sea and air, so you can choose a suitable method based on urgency and your budget. Some other benefits you receive when you select our company are:

• transparent fees policy;
• immediate tracking of a package;
• constant guidance from our experts.

That feature ensures trust and a secure, positive customer experience on each stage of delivery.

Conclusion

Expertise and professionalism are just some of the benefits of Meest that make international delivery seamless and issue-free. Regardless of the shipment method, our service offers efficiency and high-quality shipment with careful handling of all the transported parcels. Provided insurance gives you protection against damage or loss, so there is nothing for you to be preoccupied with as long as you have filled in the documentation correctly and provided reliable packaging.