Shipping from Washington State to Ivory Coast

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.

Sending Large Envelopes (Flats) to Cote d'Ivoire The base rate for is $2.90. Extra ounces cost more and the maximum weight is 15.994 ounces. The rates below are sourced directly from the USPS.

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.

Shipping a 40ft container to Ghana in late 2025 typically costs between $3,000 to $6,000+ for ocean freight, varying significantly by origin (China, USA, Dubai), fuel prices, port congestion, and carrier, with higher rates from the US ($5,000-$6,000 average) and potentially lower from Asia, plus extra fees like handling and documentation in Ghana.

DHL offers an extensive range of international shipping services, including delivery from Nigeria to Ivory Coast. Whether you're sending documents, small packages, or large shipments, DHL can facilitate your delivery to Ivory Coast.

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 20 lb package costs roughly $20-$40 for ground services (UPS, FedEx, USPS Ground Advantage) for shorter distances, but can range from $13 to over $100+ for faster or international options, depending heavily on the carrier, speed, and distance (zone). USPS Ground Advantage is often economical, while faster FedEx/UPS options like Next Day Air become much pricier, and sometimes splitting into lighter boxes (under 20 lbs) can be cheaper with USPS.

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.

What is the Difference Between UPS and USPS? Generally, USPS is designed to ship smaller packages and mail quickly and cost-effectively, while UPS is more affordable for shipping larger parcels worldwide.