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Shipping to Ghana From the US<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

What do you want to learn?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Options for Shipping to Ghana<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
How ShipBob Ships to Ghana<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nRequest a Quote<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Serving customers in Ghana offers opportunity for ecommerce businesses across markets, from electronics to health and beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But to serve customers in Ghana, you will need a solid shipping strategy<\/a> to make it worthwhile. Fortunately, shipping from the US to Ghana isn\u2019t as costly and complicated as you might think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide provides information on how to ship a package from the US to Ghana, plus tips on how ecommerce brands can better plan international shipping<\/a> logistics with <\/span>ShipBob<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Cost & delivery speeds for shipping to Ghana from the US<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a customer wants to order and ship something that they love from the USA, they are conscious about how much it will cost them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the shipping costs are too high, they will look for local alternatives, especially if the shipping timeline is too long.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This section will help you better understand how the top four leading couriers price their shipment methods: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/td>Service<\/b><\/td>Price*<\/b><\/td>Delivery Time<\/b><\/td><\/tr>
USPS<\/b><\/td>Priority Mail Express International<\/td>$89.75<\/span><\/td>3-5 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
USPS<\/b><\/td>Priority Mail International<\/span><\/td>$68.95<\/span><\/td>11-21 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
UPS<\/b><\/td>Worldwide Saver<\/span><\/td>$80.72<\/span><\/td>3-4 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
UPS<\/b><\/td>Worldwide Expedited<\/span><\/td>$66.73<\/span><\/td>2-5 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
DHL<\/strong><\/td>One-Time Shipment<\/span><\/td>$105.79<\/td>6-10 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
FedEx<\/b><\/td>International Priority<\/td>$205.78<\/span><\/td>1-3 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
FedEx<\/b><\/td>International Economy<\/td>$197.73<\/span><\/td>2-5 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/strong> We calculated the following rates using each courier\u2019s pricing calculators for a consistent example of a 2.2 lbs package in January 2022. Exact prices are subject to change. These are general options for consumers\u2019 shipping orders. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s exact rates for customers will vary as we charge an all-in \u201ctotal <\/span>fulfilment cost<\/span><\/a>\u201c<\/span> that includes picking, packing, and shipping, among other factors. <\/span>To know what ShipBob offers when shipping to other countries like Ghana, please request a quote here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

*It is important to mention that USPS offers flat-rate shipping<\/a> to Ghana range from $40.15 to $111.35 for delivery within 6 to 10 days.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to choose a shipping courier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every ecommerce business has unique shipping needs. Some like to promise next-day delivery, while others prioritize eco-friendly shipping practices. Some businesses are also keen to keep fulfilment costs low and pass on the savings to their customers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So there is no one-size-fits-all option when it comes to choosing a courier. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are so many shipping couriers in the market. But when shipping to Ghana, do you know which one of them will give you the best rates and most convenient fulfilment services?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out, here are some of the key features of each of the top four couriers:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Couriers<\/h4><\/td>

Pros<\/h4><\/td>

Cons<\/h4><\/td><\/tr>

USPS<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Affordably send heavy parcels to Ghana<\/span><\/li>
  • Offers multiple drop US-wide drop off points <\/span><\/li>
  • No charges for pick up of parcels<\/span><\/li>
  • Does not charge extra fees and surcharges<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
FedEx<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Offers reliable and accurate parcel tracking features<\/span><\/li>
  • Offers affordable tariffs on B2B shipments<\/span><\/li>
  • Gain access to the courier\u2019s cutting-edge online shipping tools<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
  • Charges for one-time parcel pick-up <\/span><\/li>
  • Fewer pick-up and drop-off locations than USPS<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
UPS<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Features several drop off points across the US<\/span><\/li>
  • Clients can avail of free last-mile tracking and customs support <\/span><\/li>
  • Shipments are covered by insurance <\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
  • Expensive shipping tariff <\/span><\/li>
  • Additional pickup fee and surcharges need to be paid<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
DHL<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Is very conscious about keeping operations environmentally sustainable <\/span><\/li>
  • Offers door-to-door delivery<\/span><\/li>
  • Does not levy parcel pick-up charges<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>