International orders in SimpliSent work just like domestic orders, with the added requirement of providing customs information for each item.

Steps

1. Enter Recipient and Order Details

  • Go to Orders → New Order
  • Enter the recipient’s full address, including country, postal code, and phone number (required for most carriers)
  • Add order number and any reference tags for tracking

2. Add Shipment Items

  • Enter product name, quantity, and weight
  • Declare the customs value (replacement cost) for each item
  • Add HS Tariff Code (recommended, required for some destinations)
  • Specify the country of origin for each item

3. Provide Shipment Customs Information

  • Select content type (e.g., merchandise, documents, gift, sample)
  • Choose non-delivery option (return to sender or abandon)
  • Select Incoterms (DAP = recipient pays duties, DDP = shipper prepays)
  • Assign the duties payer (sender or recipient)

4. Review and Save

  • Confirm all order and customs details are accurate
  • Save the order — it will appear in your Orders list
  • Proceed to label creation to purchase and print the international shipping label

Best Practices

  • Always use the recipient’s phone and email to avoid customs delays
  • Declare the full and accurate value for each item — under-declaring can result in fines or returns
  • Use HS codes to speed up clearance and reduce risk of rejection
  • Consider using Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) to prepay duties and improve customer experience

International orders require both item-level customs data and shipment-level customs data. Be sure to complete both sections before creating the label.