Shipping from Texas to Burkina Faso

Shipping to Africa from the USA varies wildly, from ~$20 for small, slow USPS packages to $100s for faster couriers or large freight, depending heavily on weight, speed (days vs. weeks), and specific African country/city, with options like USPS (cheapest/slowest), DHL/FedEx/UPS (fast/pricier), and ocean freight (bulk/cheapest per kg). Expect under $50 for a 1-2 lb package via economy, while a 25lb box could be $170-$300+ depending on the carrier and service.

Thanks to our partnerships with trusted global couriers like Aramex, DHL, FedEx, and more, we can deliver your products wherever you reside in Burkina Faso.

Shipping a 40ft container costs anywhere from a few hundred dollars for short local hauls to over $10,000 for long international routes, with major factors being distance (Asia to US vs. US to Europe), market demand (fluctuating rates), and container type (standard vs. reefer), averaging around $2,500 - $10,000+ for major trade lanes but varying significantly by origin, destination, and carrier.

The cheapest shipping company depends on your package, but USPS is usually cheapest for small, light items (under 1lb) with services like Ground Advantage or Flat Rate, while UPS & FedEx often beat USPS for heavier packages (over 5lbs), especially with commercial discounts, though they add surcharges. For best rates, use platforms like ShipStation or Pirate Ship to compare real-time prices across carriers, as they offer commercial discounts that beat retail rates.

Burkina Faso is a member of WAEMU and adheres to the Common External Tariff (CET) system. This system places goods into four categories with corresponding tariff rates: 0 percent for social goods, 5 percent for raw materials and capital goods, 10 percent for intermediate goods, and 20 percent for final consumer goods.

Cuba. Iran. North Korea. Syria. Sudan. Crimea region of Ukraine.

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.

Shipping to Africa from the USA varies wildly, from ~$20 for small, slow USPS packages to $100s for faster couriers or large freight, depending heavily on weight, speed (days vs. weeks), and specific African country/city, with options like USPS (cheapest/slowest), DHL/FedEx/UPS (fast/pricier), and ocean freight (bulk/cheapest per kg). Expect under $50 for a 1-2 lb package via economy, while a 25lb box could be $170-$300+ depending on the carrier and service.

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

The cheapest way to ship internationally from the USA is typically USPS First-Class Package International Service (FCPIS) for lightweight items (under 4 lbs), offering rates from around $17.85, while USPS First-Class Mail International (for letters/postcards) is cheapest for documents. For slightly heavier or larger parcels, compare services like FedEx International Connect Plus, DHL eCommerce, or using platforms like Easyship, ShipStation, and Global Shopaholics to find discounts on carriers like FedEx and UPS.