Your complete guide to shipping to America's southern neighbor - USMCA advantages
Tax threshold
Standard rate
From USA
Strong networks
| Carrier & Service | 1 lb | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 20 lbs | Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USPS First-Class | $15.50 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 7-21 days |
| USPS Priority Mail | $32.50 | $48.50 | $68.50 | $108.50 | 6-10 days |
| USPS Priority Express | $52.95 | $88.95 | $138.95 | $238.95 | 3-5 days |
| UPS Ground to Mexico | $28.00 | $42.00 | $65.00 | $105.00 | 3-5 days |
| FedEx International Ground | $32.00 | $48.00 | $75.00 | $125.00 | 2-7 days |
| DHL Express | $55.00 | $82.00 | $132.00 | $232.00 | 2-3 days |
| Item Value | IVA (16%) | Duty | DTA Fee | Handling | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| $100 | $16 | $0-10 | $0.80 | $5 | $21.80-31.80 |
| $500 | $80 | $0-50 | $4 | $10 | $94-144 |
Note: Many US products qualify for USMCA duty exemptions. IVA still applies over $50.
| Region/City | Delivery Time | Special Notes | Best Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Border Cities (Tijuana, JuĂĄrez) | 2-3 days | Fastest delivery from US | All carriers excellent |
| Mexico City | 3-5 days | Main hub, good infrastructure | FedEx/UPS |
| Guadalajara | 3-5 days | Tech hub, reliable delivery | UPS/DHL |
| Monterrey | 2-4 days | Industrial city, close to border | UPS/FedEx |
| CancĂșn/Resort Areas | 4-7 days | Tourist zones, good service | FedEx/DHL |
| Oaxaca/Chiapas | 5-10 days | Remote southern states | Correos/USPS |
| Rural Areas | 7-21 days | Limited carrier access | Correos de MĂ©xico |
Mexico shares a land border with the US, allowing trucks to drive packages directly. This eliminates expensive air freight costs. UPS and FedEx have extensive Mexican ground networks.
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (formerly NAFTA) eliminates duties on many products made in North America. Include origin certificates to qualify for zero duties.
Moderately strict. They inspect packages but process them reasonably quickly. Main delays come from Correos de MĂ©xico (postal service) rather than customs itself.
Some packaged foods are allowed, but many require permits. Fresh produce, meat, and dairy are generally prohibited. Candy, cookies, and processed foods are usually okay in personal quantities.
UPS and FedEx offer the best combination of price and speed with their ground services to Mexico. Both have extensive Mexican networks and handle customs efficiently.