Italy

Shipping to Italy from USA

Import duties and taxes are applied at the cost over 45 EUR
Maximum parcel weight 66 lbs
Maximum length 46 inches
Maximum width 35 inches
Maximum height 46 inches
Maximum length and girth combined 108 inches
Estimated transit time (air) 7 – 12 days
Delivery methods
  • air

    By air

Every package is insured for $60
Any additional insurance will cost 5% of the insured value
VAT is calculated on the total amount of the order, including VAT on shipping costs and duties
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Required documents for delivery to Italy

Delivery abroad is a complex process that requires a large number of documents. This is a process that takes a lot of time and can be confusing. TRT Express automatically generates the necessary documents for your shipment based on the information you provide. This makes the process quick and easy for you.

Customs Clearance

If your package is held by customs for inspection, you will need to provide the following documents:

  • Invoice – a document that accompanies goods moved across the customs border in a parcel, indicates their value and allows them to be identified.
  • Bank statement confirming payment.
  • A customs inspector may require a copy of the recipient’s passport.

If one or more shipments are received in the name of the recipient, the total value of goods in which exceeds the amount equivalent to country’s de minimis value, taxes on imported goods will be charged.

Customs Declaration

Customs authorities require a complete and accurate description of goods. When detailing the goods in the customs declaration, it is necessary to describe:

  • What is this product?
  • What is the product made of?
  • What is the purpose of the product? (example – gift)

For example: Parts, Gifts, Textiles or Samples – these descriptions are too vague and cannot be accepted.

Correct description – T-shirts for women made of cotton, 2 pcs.

Lithium batteries

Lithium batteries are considered dangerous goods. Therefore, it is very important that lithium batteries are properly labeled.

Allowed:

  • Devices containing no more than two batteries, or four power cells are accepted for air transportation.

Prohibited:

  • TRT Express does not except packages containing lithium batteries that are defective, damaged, or recalled for air transportation.
  • If a laptop, cell phone, or other device is known or suspected to have a damaged lithium battery, it should be removed.

TRT Express delivers both personal and commercial parcels to Italy from the United States. We provide customs support, cargo security, and select effective transport solutions to optimize shipping times and costs. We offer various shipping methods from the United States to Italy, depending on the customer’s preference. We handle all bureaucratic issues.

Parcel Delivery to Italy

The shipping process is very simple for the customer. Simply register on our website, register your parcel, and deliver it to our warehouse. When filling out the form, you must provide the recipient’s address and the exact price of the item. You can also order goods online and have the shipment sent to our warehouse.

TRT Express handles all the shipping and processing. We measure and weigh parcels, repack them if necessary, complete customs paperwork, and organize consolidation. You can send a parcel to Italy by sea or air, so after processing the shipment, we deliver it to the terminal or port.

Shipping Cost from the USA to Italy

Shipping costs are one of the most common questions among customers. It’s difficult to give a definitive answer. Shipping costs from the USA to Italy are determined individually. The calculation takes into account various parameters:

  • weight and dimensions;
  • insurance;
  • additional warehouse services.

The cost of shipping to Italy from the USA also depends on the mode of transportation. Shipping by sea is cheaper, while air travel is more expensive but faster.

Customs Requirements for Shipments to Italy

Italian law is governed by EU regulations, which impose strict requirements for cargo declaration. Shipping from the USA requires payment of VAT and duties if the duty-free value limit for goods is exceeded.

Please also be aware that certain items have special conditions:

  • Products must be in their original packaging and their weight must not exceed 5 kg;
  • Electronics must have a serial number on the documents;
  • Perfumes may have volume restrictions, as do alcohol-containing liquids.

Alcohol and tobacco products are prohibited from being shipped. If such items are found during inspection, the shipment will be confiscated.

Permitted dimensions and weight of parcels from the USA to Italy

Size restrictions apply to shipments. Exact parameters may vary depending on the shipping method. For example, small parcels weighing up to 30 kg and with the sum of their sides up to 300 cm can be shipped by air. For oversized and heavy items, sea freight is suitable. Larger consignments can also be shipped by sea.

The exact dimensions to adhere to when shipping a parcel to Italy are listed on our website. We recommend not exceeding these limits, otherwise complications may arise.

How long does shipping to Italy from the USA take?

The delivery time depends on the chosen method. If shipping to Italy by sea, delivery can take up to 8 weeks.

A faster method is air freight. Shipping to Italy by air takes up to 14 days.

Please also keep in mind that customs delays are possible. To avoid this, it is necessary to properly process your parcel and declare the exact value of its contents.

Packaging Considerations for Shipping to Italy

TRT Express ensures careful handling of your shipments. However, shipping to Italy from the USA is a lengthy process and involves several stages of unloading and loading, during which there is a risk of mechanical damage to your parcels. To prevent this from happening, pack them properly:

  • use new boxes made of thick cardboard;
  • fill any empty spaces with craft paper or foam;
  • wrap each fragile item individually with soft cushioning material.

seal the box joints with wide tape to securely fasten them.

If you follow all recommendations, there will be no difficulties shipping goods from the USA. TRT Express has made the shipping process as simple as possible for our customers. We handle bureaucratic issues, logistics services, and reliable customs support.