International Postage Rates can be a tricky subject, and one that is not always easy to understand. When dealing with international postage rates it's important to remember that the unit weight of the package is actually more than the actual weight of the package being sent (hence the term 'packing abroad'). Packages can be sent all over the world, but they are packaged and shipped from one particular country. The International Postage Rates from the US tend to be based on the value of the item being shipped - in other words, the heavier the item, the higher the postage rates tend to be. The heavier the item, the further you have to travel to receive it - so this factor can play an important part in your overall calculations.
International Postage Rates from the US generally come in two forms - 'full charge' and 'partial revision'. For instance, if you purchase a parcel weighing 200g, then you would normally pay just flat-rate international postage rates of $5.00. However, when sending a package which is slightly bigger, such as a packet containing 400g, then the charge per item is significantly increased, approaching the level of luxury items such as furniture. Similarly, if you send a package containing a substantial amount of money (in excess of a few hundred dollars), then the price you pay is dependent on the value of the money being sent - so that a package containing a CD containing your grandchildren's first music collection would cost substantially more than a similar package containing concert tickets. Understanding what comprises a full or partial revision is important, as it can make a large difference to your postal costs, especially if your parcel is being sent overseas on a temporary basis.
International Postage Rates from the US generally include the cost of both domestic and international postage. Domestic postage rates generally include the charges for both domestic and international mail, and domestic mail usually includes packages which are delivered domestically. International postage rates are based on weight, which is 4 oz for a letter and a different rate per pound of weight. Therefore, if you send a pound of medicine containing a chemical substance, which is measured in grams, then the charge you would be required to pay would be different to the one applied to letters containing only letters. International postage rates do not include the cost of packaging, which is charged separately. However, if your package does not exceed 20lbs, you will typically be entitled to a discount, so bear this in mind when choosing your International Postage Rates.
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