How to Ship to Brazil from the US
Brazil has the world's most complex customs and highest import taxes of any major market. Duties can total 60%+ of package value, customs clearance is slow, and loss rates via postal services are higher than most destinations. This is a challenging destination for US sellers.
Correios (Brazilian post) has a notorious reputation for delays and package loss. Private carriers (DHL, FedEx) are more reliable but more expensive.
Typical 1 lb cost
$35-$75 USD
Typical transit
5-30 business days
Carrier Options to Brazil
DHL Express Worldwide
4-7 business days. Most reliable.
FedEx International Priority
4-7 business days. Solid coverage of major Brazilian cities.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
5-8 business days.
USPS Priority Mail International
10-30 business days. Correios final delivery — frequently loses packages.
Customs Forms Required
Commercial invoice mandatory. CN23 + CPF (Brazilian tax ID) for recipient.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Used goods (heavily restricted)
- ✕Certain electronics without ANATEL certification (for commercial resale)
- ✕Drugs without ANVISA approval
- ✕Weapons and ammunition
- ✕Counterfeit goods (heavy penalties)
Brazil-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 Brazilian duties + taxes easily exceed 60% of item value + shipping — recipients get bill-shocked
- 💡 Include recipient's CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) on all customs forms — required for clearance
- 💡 Avoid USPS — Correios delivery is unreliable and customs delays compound the issue
- 💡 Brazilian addresses include CEP (8-digit postal code) — format: 12345-678
- 💡 Avoid shipping during Carnival (February) and Brazilian holidays — extreme delays
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