Does Amazon need to declare customs when sending FedEx? How long does it take?

If you purchase goods on Amazon's cross-border e-commerce platform and choose FedEx as the mode of transportation, you may wonder whether customs declaration is required when Amazon sends FedEx?

1. Does Amazon need to declare customs when sending FedEx?

It depends

Generally speaking, Amazon does not need to declare customs when sending FedEx, because Amazon will automatically calculate and collect import taxes and fees at the time of settlement and pass them on to FedEx.

FedEx will complete the customs clearance procedures on your behalf and deliver the goods to your address. You only need to sign for the goods when they are received, without paying any additional fees or providing any documents.

However, there are some situations where you may still need to declare customs, such as:

1. The goods you purchased exceeded the duty-free amount or restricted items stipulated by the customs.

2. The goods you purchased are sensitive or prohibited items, such as food, medicine, animals and plants, jewelry, cultural relics, etc.

3. The goods you purchase require special licenses or certificates, such as medical devices, electronic products, cosmetics, etc.

4. If the goods you purchased are damaged or lost during transportation, you need to apply for compensation or return.

5. The goods you purchased do not match the information on the order, or are deemed by the customs to be false declarations or tax evasion.

If you encounter these situations, you may receive a notice from FedEx asking you to provide some necessary documents or information, such as ID card, invoice, contract, certificate of origin, etc.

You need to contact FedEx as soon as possible and follow their instructions. Otherwise, your shipment may be detained or returned by customs, and you may even face fines or legal liability.

2. How long does it take for Amazon to send FedEx?

Generally speaking, the time it takes for Amazon to send FedEx can be divided into two parts: processing time and shipping time. Processing time refers to the time from when you place an order to when Amazon or the seller hands the goods to FedEx, and this time may vary depending on the product.

Shipping time refers to the time from when FedEx receives the goods to when it delivers the goods to your address. This time mainly depends on the delivery method and delivery location you choose.

According to the information on Amazon's official website, if the goods you purchased are shipped by Amazon itself and you choose standard delivery, the processing time is generally 1-2 working days and the shipping time is generally 3-5 working days.

If you choose expedited delivery, the processing time is generally the same day or the next day, and the shipping time is generally 1-3 business days. Of course, these are average times under normal circumstances, and actual conditions may vary.

If the item you purchased is shipped by a third-party seller, the processing time and shipping time will depend on the specific circumstances of the seller.

Some sellers may use the fulfillment service (FBA) provided by Amazon, which means storing the goods in Amazon's warehouse and letting Amazon pack and deliver them. In this case, the delivery time is similar to that of Amazon's own delivery.

However, some sellers may use their own logistics method (FBM), that is, they send the goods directly to customers via FedEx from domestic or foreign countries. In this case, the delivery time depends on the location of the seller and the time efficiency of FedEx.

When purchasing Amazon products, it is best to read the product description and shipping policy carefully and confirm whether the product complies with customs regulations. If you have any questions, you can contact Amazon or FedEx customer service.

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