Sending Mail from USA to Jamaica

[djricky4 67]

We all know how messed up the mailing system is in jamaica. What is the best and most affordable way to send an envelope the standard 8*11 with just some photos and some papers to take to interview? Interview date is the 14th of July, package wont be ready to shipped until the 25th of August.

[Pinkrlion 2,713]

Usps rates for flat rate envelope is $38.00 for express up to 20 lbs., and $16.95 for priority.

[Anh map 2,098]

We all know how messed up the mailing system is in jamaica. What is the best and most affordable way to send an envelope the standard 8*11 with just some photos and some papers to take to interview? Interview date is the 14th of July, package wont be ready to shipped until the 25th of August.

You would need Doc Brown's DeLorean to make that delivery date.

[djricky4 67]

We all know how messed up the mailing system is in jamaica. What is the best and most affordable way to send an envelope the standard 8*11 with just some photos and some papers to take to interview? Interview date is the 14th of July, package wont be ready to shipped until the 25th of August.

I made an error, it should read interview if the 14th of september. Im scared to use the unreliable mailing service and leaning more towards DHL

[Marlon&Fallon 13]

Jamaica's mailing system is actually not that bad. I used their express mail service to send off my package to NVC and it got there ok and on time. I have also received quite a few valuable packages and have not once had a problem.

[Jamaicancricket 38]

I say UPS or DHL. And the sooner the better. Keep a copy just in case it isnt received before the inteview. You can alway FedEx it. But only use that option for an emergency. I had to send my package via FedEx days before his inteview and it cost me $110. And thats not JA dollars.

[Pinkrlion 2,713]

I say UPS or DHL. And the sooner the better. Keep a copy just in case it isnt received before the inteview. You can alway FedEx it. But only use that option for an emergency. I had to send my package via FedEx days before his inteview and it cost me $110. And thats not JA dollars.

I used UPS before and everything that I sent was $100.00, DHL never will give me a price online, so unsure of their cost. I used USPS, no problems, make sure it is the FLAT RATE envelope. Also, it depends on what parish also. I send mine to St. Ann's PO, but I do not trust Runaway Bay PO.

[LIFE'SJOURNEY 970]

Why not scan all douments and send then via email, he can have everything printed off inluding pictures. If nothing requires your orginal signature, copies of everything is fine. Use/make technology work for you.

[SWEETEPIPHANY67 9]

We all know how messed up the mailing system is in jamaica. What is the best and most affordable way to send an envelope the standard 8*11 with just some photos and some papers to take to interview? Interview date is the 14th of July, package wont be ready to shipped until the 25th of August.

I sent a photo book and some paperwork via USPS PRIORITY and he received the package in 4 business days. It cost me $49

[Shiobhan 235]

Use Fedex or DHL, or scan and send then send org. by registered mail(that will take approx 2 wks) reg mail take 7-10 days their

service have improved no one send anything of value anymore so its not bad.

[Pinkrlion 2,713]

I sent a photo book and some paperwork via USPS PRIORITY and he received the package in 4 business days. It cost me $49

Make sure use flat rate, its cheaper.

[Jamaicagyaldat 1]

Make sure use flat rate, its cheaper.

Okay for Runaway Bay---Use UPS Or Fed Ex and have them do a ship and hold. So you send it direct to the office there and in the Attn like you write SHIP AND HOLD. They will then hold it there and call then phone number (your person in ja) that is on the packing list. Here is what i use:

Send to:

Ocho Rios

Airpak Express--SHIP AND HOLD

Pier View Shopping Centre (Upstairs)

17-19 Main Street

Ocho Rios

Jamaica

[tberta.brooks 3]

Okay for Runaway Bay---Use UPS Or Fed Ex and have them do a ship and hold. So you send it direct to the office there and in the Attn like you write SHIP AND HOLD. They will then hold it there and call then phone number (your person in ja) that is on the packing list. Here is what i use:

Send to:

Ocho Rios

Airpak Express--SHIP AND HOLD

Pier View Shopping Centre (Upstairs)

17-19 Main Street

Ocho Rios

Jamaica

Thank u for this information . . . My honey works in Ochie . . and I have to send him packet 3 . . I was wondering how to do this and now I have a solid plan . . . thanks again.

[djricky4 67]

i think we are going to use DHL, its the most reliable and cheapest option considering time and importance. would have use USPS if we had like a month to interview but its a little over 3 weeks, cant run that risk

[Jamaicagyaldat 1]

i think we are going to use DHL, its the most reliable and cheapest option considering time and importance. would have use USPS if we had like a month to interview but its a little over 3 weeks, cant run that risk

Not sure what that means?? I get my stuff there the next day and visa versa via USPS..but whatever works!! GOOD LUCK!