Shipping from Alabama to Chad

Shipping a 20 lb package can cost from around $20 to over $100, depending heavily on the carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), distance, and speed; expect $20-$40 for ground (UPS Ground, FedEx Ground, USPS Ground Advantage) for short distances, but potentially $40-$100+ for faster services like Priority Mail or Air options. Use carrier calculators with your specific zip codes for accurate pricing.

No single carrier is always cheapest; USPS usually wins for small, light items (under 1 lb) with Ground Advantage/Priority Mail, while UPS/FedEx often beat USPS for heavier (5+ lbs) or time-sensitive ground/express shipments, though you need discounts or software to see their best rates; always compare based on weight, size, and destination using shipping platforms like Stamps.com or ShipStation.

Interstate shipping times vary widely, from 1-2 days for nearby states/expedited services to 5-7 days or more for standard ground shipping across the country, depending heavily on distance, carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), chosen speed (Ground, Express, Priority), and external factors like weather or volume. Expect 1-5 days for most ground services like UPS Ground and USPS Ground Advantage and USPS Ground Advantage, while express options can deliver in 1-3 days.

What countries can you not ship to from the US? Certain countries, including Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Sudan, and Crimea (Ukraine), are banned from US shipping due to export restrictions and sanctions. If your country is on the list, US stores and Global Shopaholics cannot ship there.

Shipping a 50 lb package costs roughly $40 to $90 for ground services, varying greatly by distance, carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), speed, and if you use flat rates or discounts, with USPS Ground Advantage often cheapest for shorter distances and FedEx/UPS competitive cross-country, plus potential surcharges for heavy items. For example, short-haul USPS might be ~$38, while cross-country UPS could reach ~$72 plus fees, or you could find FedEx Ground around $70.

Shipping to Africa costs vary widely, from around $10 for a small 1lb package via USPS (slow) to $150-$200+ for a 20lb parcel with fast couriers like DHL/UPS, with factors like weight, speed (days vs. weeks), and specific African country significantly impacting price, with major hubs like Johannesburg often cheaper than remote areas. Expect budget options like USPS Priority Mail (days/weeks) or faster, pricier services from DHL, FedEx, and UPS.

CU (Cuba) IR (Iran) KP (North Korea) SL (Sierra Leone) Palestinian Territories. South Sudan. Myanmar. Crimea Ukraine.

First-Class Package International Service (FCPIS) is an economical way to send lightweight packages to about 180 countries. Packages can weigh up to 4 lbs (64 oz) and contain goods up to $400 in value. Other restrictions may apply based on the destination country.