Appliances Shipping Cost from Amsterdam to Bogota

Sending a package to Colombia costs anywhere from under $20 for small items via services like USPS First-Class, to $60-$100+ for heavier boxes, depending on speed (days vs. weeks) and carrier (USPS, DHL, FedEx, UPS), with lighter packages (3-5 lbs) often costing $20-$70, while larger/faster shipments can hit $100-$300+, so check online calculators for exact rates.

Understand import duties & taxes: Laptops are typically exempt from import duties in Colombia but are subject to 19% VAT (IVA) on the declared value, including shipping costs. Customs handling fees may apply depending on the shipment value and courier.

Shipping from the Netherlands to the US typically takes 1-10 business days, depending heavily on the service: Express (DHL, FedEx, UPS) is 1-3 days, while Standard/Economy (PostNL, UPS) can range from 4-10 days, but can be delayed by customs, which sometimes adds significant time.