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Real prices and guides for documents, luggage and balikbayan from Spain to the Philippines, US, UK and 50+ countries.

Guides 3 min

What the CNIC is and why Pakistani customs asks for it

The CNIC is Pakistan's national ID. Customs needs it to clear your box, but you do not need it to send one: we ask for it before the ship leaves.

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Guides 4 min

What you can and cannot send to Pakistan: a practical customs guide

What can travel in a box to Pakistan from Spain and what cannot: medicines and alcohol are banned, electronics travel in their own category, and the declaration you sign.

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Guides 10 min

Why customs holds a shipment (and how to avoid it)

The 8 reasons customs holds a parcel or document, how to find out what's happening with your shipment and what to do step by step to release it.

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Guides 9 min

US customs (CBP): personal shipments from Spain

How US customs (CBP) handles personal shipments from Spain: documents vs packages, declaration, de minimis and when your shipment gets held.

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Guides 10 min

Sending medication abroad: what you can and can't send

How to send medication abroad: what is allowed with a prescription and personal use, what is banned and the restrictions on shipments to the Philippines.

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Guides 9 min

Philippines Customs 2026: complete guide for personal shipments from Spain

How Philippines customs work for personal shipments: balikbayan box exemption (PHP 150,000), taxes, required documents, and what can and cannot be shipped.

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