International Carrier Services Available In The World Options Portal
International Courier Services With World Options
Our international parcel delivery services are a wonderful way for Australian businesses to extend their reach abroad, and with over 300 destinations available, there’s no limit to the scale of your international shipping possibilities.
With our unique online shipping portal, you can book exactly the service you need and compare rates on international shipping from many of the best couriers to ensure your business requirements are met.
Unlike domestic shipping, worldwide parcel delivery services require extra considerations and rules that may vary by country or shipment. A step-by-step guide is available below to help you ensure that your international shipments meet the relevant regulations and requirements.
How can World Options Australia Help?
The World Options Australia portal is a great option for ad-hoc parcel services, both domestic and international, and it enables you to book, manage, and track multiple orders with different carriers all in one place, giving you more control and flexibility to suit your needs.
However, if your Australian business has decided to begin exporting products regularly, we can also help to give insight into the best carriers for your exact requirements and enable you to compare prices on the services you need to find the best available rate.
Where Can I Send A Parcel To?
World Options Australia provides international parcel delivery services to over 300 locations worldwide. We’ve listed some popular destinations below to help you learn about the export requirements and regulations for each.
The most popular international destinations for Australian businesses include:
● UK ● Belgium ● China ● France ● Germany ● India ● Ireland ● Italy ● Netherlands ● Singapore ● Spain ● USA
The information provided is intended as a guide and is subject to change. If you have questions about a particular shipment or service to another country, please call World Options Australia’s customer support at 1300 345 020 for expert advice tailored to your circumstances or fill out our customer contact form.
General Advice For Shipping Around The World
When shipping overseas, examining the specific rules regarding the item(s) you are sending is important.
These will differ from country to country, as will the documentation you’ll need to provide alongside your shipment. The pages listed above will provide additional information about each country’s specifics. With the World Options Australia online portal, you can automate many of these steps or receive prompts to provide the information required for customs and border control authorities worldwide to process your shipments.
Below, we have provided some general advice for ensuring that your exported goods fulfil all requirements. If you have questions about a specific item you wish to ship or the regulations for a particular country, you can fill in the form at the bottom of this page to arrange a callback with one of World Options Australia’ international shipping experts.
Consult The Carriers
As well as the import/export regulations imposed by countries, every shipping carrier has its own rules around what can and cannot be shipped to each destination. As these rules vary between each provider and are frequently updated, it is important to check with the particular carrier you are using at that point to ensure you do not break any rules.
Failure to comply with guidance or legislation on restricted or prohibited items could result in delays to your shipment, fines or the shipment being destroyed, so it is a costly error that you must aim to avoid. The World Options Australia platform provides you with access to multiple carriers and a dedicated account manager who will stay up-to-date with each company’s rules. This means that you’ll always be able to find a carrier that fulfils your needs.
It’s also important to ensure that you choose the carrier with the right service for your needs. World Options Australia provides access to international services from UPS and FedEx, which deliver both express and economy services. This enables you to choose a faster or more cost-effective option.
Our Carrier Services
UPS and FedEx each offer different advantages for Australian businesses. UPS is a reliable option for international parcels and heavier freight, making it well suited to businesses sending a wide range of shipment sizes.
FedEx is ideal for time-sensitive international deliveries, with express services designed for urgent documents, parcels and freight. The best choice will depend on your shipment’s size, destination and delivery timeframe, so comparing services is the best way to find the right fit for your business.
Pick The Right Packaging
Use the right packaging to protect your goods in transit and make sure your shipment meets carrier requirements.
- Choose packaging based on the weight, size, value, fragility and shape of the goods
- Make sure the packaging suits the shipment’s final use, whether it is going direct to a customer or to a retailer
- Leave enough space between the item and the box walls, with around 5 to 6 cm recommended for protection
- Fill empty space with suitable internal packaging such as bubble wrap, foam, paper or airbags to prevent movement
- Check carrier and destination requirements before sending, especially for fragile, valuable or restricted items
Calculate the volumetric weight of your parcel
Volumetric weight is used by UPS and FedEx to price parcels based on the space they take up as well as their actual weight. In Australia, both carriers calculate dimensional weight by multiplying the parcel’s length, width and height in centimetres and dividing by 5,000. The final charge is typically based on whichever is greater: the actual weight or the dimensional weight. To help avoid extra charges, use packaging that fits your goods properly and does not add unnecessary bulk.
Check The Documentation
A common cause of delays with international shipments occurs at customs as a result of the wrong – or no – documentation being attached to the products. The nature of this paperwork varies according to the destination, carrier and contents, so it is crucial to check the individual rules around this that apply to every shipment you send. Typically, you will be required to provide paperwork demonstrating that you have paid the relevant taxes, customs fees, and tariffs.
Paperwork requirements will also vary from country to country. To find out more about each country, speak to your World Options account manager.
International Shipping With World Options
At World Options Australia, our online portal makes it easy to fill in the necessary paperwork and can provide much of the documentation you need automatically. By comparing services from many of the world’s leading carriers, you can ensure that you get exactly the service you need at the most competitive rate available.
To get started or to receive a quote for a specific delivery, please speak to our World Options Australia shipping experts on 1300 345 020 or send us an email to support.au@worldoptions.com