How to Arrange an International Shipment

This guide contains easy steps you can follow to book an international shipment.

Sending a package internationally doesn’t have to be complicated. Volumetric weight plays a crucial role in avoiding charges for weight discrepancies when your shipment arrives at its destination country.

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In this guide, you will learn how to book an international shipment from Nigeria to any country easily.

Step 1: Start a New International Shipment

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Step 2: Enter the Sender & Receiver's Details

Add your address, phone number, name and email as the sender. Next, add the address, phone number, name, and email of the recipient in Canada, the USA, or anywhere else.

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Step 3: Add Your Parcel Dimensions

Under Parcel 1, Add Dimensions.

Select your packaging type (such as Box or Envelope), then measure and enter your parcel’s:

Length
Width
Height

The platform will automatically calculate the parcel’s volumetric weight.

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Also search for the HS code and add the scale weight.

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Step 4: Select a Carrier

After entering your package details, you’ll see a list of available carriers and shipping rates.
Choose the carrier you prefer based on speed and price, and select the drop-off option.

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Step 5: Review the Required Documents

Sending clothing to the US or Canada requires the Textile Declaration documentation.

Important: You don’t need to upload or request documents manually. Terminal Africa handles this for you.

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Step 6: Handling Custom Duty

When sending clothing to the USA or Canada, Customs Duty applies to that shipment. Terminal Africa now helps you review and pay for the estimate to avoid surprises. You will have three options: you either pay now, ask the receiver to pay or let the carrier bill the receiver.

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Step 7: Review and Make Payment

Double-check your shipment details and costs.

Proceed to make payment as you normally would.

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Access Your Shipping Documents

Within 1 hour of booking, Terminal Africa adds all necessary international shipping documents to your shipment. After which, you can download and print your waybill, and drop-off your package at the carrier hub.

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