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Mango achar for a son in New Jersey, wedding clothes for a cousin in Dallas, university papers for a student in Texas: families across Hyderabad send all of this to the USA. Here is how a parcel from our Edi Bazaar shop reaches a door in America, and what US rules mean for what you pack.
- PickupDoor to door from your home in Hyderabad, or drop at our Edi Bazaar shop
- DeliveryTo the receiver’s door anywhere in the USA
- CarriersDHL, FedEx, Aramex, UPS, Atlantic (depending on route and parcel)
- OpenEvery day, 10 AM – 11 PM · Aleem 80745 34299
What you can send to the USA
- Veg pickles, sweets, dry snacks, spices and dry fruits (packed well, contents listed)
- Clothes, sarees, kurtas and festival or wedding gifts
- Documents: certificates, university papers, legal and property papers
- Medicines, only after we check the names (see below)
- Big boxes and household items as cargo
Small parcels go by courier; big, heavy or many boxes can go as cargo. Our heaviest shipment so far was over 1,600 kg. Not sure which suits you? Read courier vs cargo.
USA rules to know before you pack
Food needs Prior Notice
The U.S. FDA requires Prior Notice for food entering the USA. Homemade food sent by a person as a gift to friends or family is treated differently from shop-bought or commercial food under FDA’s gift policy. We prepare the paperwork; you give us an honest, item-by-item list.
Non-veg needs checking first
USDA APHIS restricts many meat and poultry products. Chicken, mutton and prawn pickles are animal products, so ask us before packing any non-veg item for the USA.
Medicines are case by case
The FDA’s personal importation page says that in most circumstances individuals may not import drugs for personal use. Send us the medicine names before you buy or pack anything.
Duty can apply
US Customs can charge duty and fees on incoming parcels, and the receiver may be asked to pay them. US rules for low-value parcels changed in 2025, so do not assume a small gift is automatically duty-free. Declare the true value.
Documents needed
- Your ID proof (KYC): a copy of your Aadhaar, passport or PAN card. Courier exports from India are declared electronically under CBIC’s courier regulations, and the sender’s identity is part of that declaration.
- Contents list: every item with quantity and a fair value, for example “3 cotton kurtas” or “1 kg mango pickle, homemade”. Mark gifts as gifts.
- Receiver’s details: full name, street address with apartment or unit number, city, state, 5-digit ZIP code and a US phone number.
- Business shipments: a commercial invoice, plus the exporter’s IEC and GST details where they apply.
More detail in our guide to documents for international courier.
Packing tips for the USA
- Use a strong, right-sized carton. A box that is too big adds volumetric weight.
- Seal jars with cling film under the lid, tape the lid, then double-bag each jar in zip-lock bags.
- Vacuum-seal or double-bag sweets, snacks and spices so smells and oil stay inside.
- Wrap fragile items separately and fill every gap so nothing moves.
- Write the receiver’s address and phone clearly, and put a copy inside the box.
Step by step: how to pack a parcel for international courier.
Items you cannot send
Every carrier and country keeps its own list, but these are refused almost everywhere:
- Cash, currency, cheques and precious metals
- Weapons, ammunition, explosives and fireworks
- Flammable items: lighters, matches, fuel, paints, many aerosols and perfumes
- Loose lithium batteries and e-cigarettes
- Narcotics and any medicine not checked with us first
- Counterfeit goods and anything illegal in the USA
Medicines have special rules: read sending medicines abroad.
How the price works
We do not publish a fixed rate card because carrier rates change. The courier price to the USA depends on the carrier and the chargeable weight: whichever is higher of the actual weight and the volumetric weight. Volumetric weight is length × width × height (cm) ÷ 5000. For example, a 50 × 54 × 34 cm box has a volumetric weight of 18.36 kg, even if it weighs less on the scale. Try your box:
Send us the weight, box size and contents on WhatsApp and we will share today’s price for the USA.
How to book
- Message us on WhatsApp (Sameer +91 73302 52101 or Aleem +91 80745 34299) with what you are sending and the receiver’s city.
- Get the price and options for your parcel to the USA.
- Pickup or drop-off: we pick up from your door in Hyderabad, or visit our shop in Edi Bazaar, opposite St Mathews High School, 10 AM – 11 PM.
- We check and pack the parcel with you and prepare the paperwork.
- Track it: you get a tracking number to follow on our tracking page.
Sending to the USA?
Send us a photo or list of what you want to send. We’ll tell you what can go and share the price on WhatsApp.
Send a parcel to USAFAQ: courier to USA
How do I send a courier from Hyderabad to the USA?
Send us a WhatsApp message on +91 80745 34299 with what you are sending, the approximate weight or box size and the receiver’s city in the USA. We share the price and options, then pick up from your home in Hyderabad or you can drop the parcel at our shop in Edi Bazaar (open 10 AM – 11 PM, every day).
Can I send food or pickles to the USA?
Yes, veg pickles, sweets, dry snacks and spices are common parcels to the USA. Food sent to the USA needs FDA Prior Notice, which we handle, and non-veg pickles need checking first because USDA restricts many meat products. Read our full guide on sending pickles to the USA.
What details do I need for the receiver in the USA?
The receiver’s full name, street address with apartment or unit number, city, state, 5-digit ZIP code and a US phone number. Along with this we need your ID proof (Aadhaar, passport or PAN) and a list of the items with their values.
How is the courier price to the USA calculated?
The price depends on the destination, the carrier and the chargeable weight. Carriers charge whichever is higher: the actual weight or the volumetric weight (length × width × height in cm ÷ 5000). Send us the weight and box size on WhatsApp for today’s price.
Will the receiver in the USA pay customs duty?
Sometimes. US Customs can charge duty and fees on incoming parcels, and the rules for low-value parcels changed in 2025. If duty is charged, the carrier usually collects it from the receiver before delivery. Declare the true value and we will tell you what to expect.
Which courier companies do you use for the USA?
We book through international networks such as DHL, FedEx, Aramex, UPS and Atlantic, choosing the option that suits your parcel and destination. You get a tracking number, and you can track it on our website.
Official sources
- CBIC: Courier Imports and Exports (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Regulations
- U.S. FDA: Prior notice of imported foods
- U.S. FDA: Prior notice policy for sending gifts to friends and family
- USDA APHIS: Meats, poultry and seafood
- U.S. FDA: Personal importation
Rules change and differ by item. This page is general information, not legal advice. Message us on WhatsApp with your exact items before you send.