Determine if your freight is a commodity or good and whether there are any shipping restrictions on it. Some countries, like Brazil classify compact discs, photographs, diskettes, and microfilm as documents. You can contact a shipper for assistance with this.
Measure the size of the package or freight. This is its length, width and height.
Weigh the freight. Use a scale, manufacturer's product specifications or a weigh station.
Determine the freight's destination postcode and locality in South America.
Find the value of the freight. This is how much it is currently worth. The value affects customs or entry into the destination country. You pay duties or taxes based on the value.
Discover whether the freight is being shipped to a South American business or residence.
Determine how the freight will be shipped. The method of travel may depend on the size of the freight. Costs will vary based on the method of transportation you choose and how fast you want it to arrive at its South American destination. Freight shipped by air is typically the fastest.
Contact an international shipper. Companies like United Parcel Service, Federal Express and DHL ship packages internationally. You can speak to customer service or visit their websites for calculating shipping time and costs.
