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Welcome to My European Address, your reliable partner for shipping international packages. Below we offer you a detailed guide on the key features, costs and considerations when shipping a package from Europe to Costa Rica. Our mission is to provide you with a transparent, efficient and secure shipping experience.
We take care of your merchandise as if they were our own!
All shipments have a tracking number included!
Prohibited Items: There are certain items that cannot be shipped to Costa Rica under any circumstances. These include:
Hazardous Materials: Explosives, flammables, poisons, dangerous chemicals.
Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances: Includes narcotics, marijuana and derivatives, as well as medications without an authorized prescription.
Weapons and Ammunition: Including replicas, military knives and firearm parts.
Pornographic Material: Any content considered obscene or pornographic.
Protected Fauna and Flora: Live animals, plants, seeds and species in danger of extinction without official permits from the MINAE (Ministry of Environment and Energy) and/or CITES.
Restricted Items: These items can be shipped to Costa Rica, but require special permits or must meet certain regulations:
Medicines: Require a medical prescription and, in some cases, an import permit issued by the Ministry of Health.
Food and Beverages: Are subject to health inspection; meats, dairy products and fresh products have greater restrictions.
Cosmetics and Hygiene Products: They must comply with local health regulations.
Cultural Materials: Ancient books, art, historical or archaeological documents require special authorization from the General Directorate of Customs (DGA).
Declaration of Content and Value
Accurate Description: The shipper must detail the items in the package, including quantities, brand and type of product.
Declared Value: The actual value of the merchandise must be declared. Declaring a lower value may result in fines and withholding, while declaring a higher value may increase taxes and duties. You decide the declared value of your goods.
Don't be afraid, our team of experts is here to assist you at all times.
Package Review: All packages entering Costa Rica are reviewed by the Directorate General of Customs (DGA) to ensure compliance with local import regulations.
Tariffs and Taxes:
Small purchases usually enter with little or no customs burden, and products of U.S. origin enjoy zero tariffs thanks to the CAFTA-DR treaty.
For higher values, a tariff will be applied depending on the category of the product and the value of the package.
In all cases, VAT of 13% is applied to the CIF value. At MDE we prepare the documentation and the quote shows you the real cost before buying.
Packages from the European Union and other countries: Costa Rica maintains trade agreements with the European Union and with the United States through the DR-CAFTA. These agreements may reduce or eliminate certain tariffs depending on the product, but the VAT of 13% always applies to the total declared value.
Payment of Duties: The recipient is responsible for paying applicable duties and taxes. This payment can be managed through the carrier (courier) or directly with the DGA before the package is released.
Additional Documentation:
Some products require special permits:
Food and beverages: Health certificates from the Ministry of Health.
Medicines and cosmetics: Health registration issued by the Ministry of Health.
Electronic devices and telecommunications: Authorization of the SUTEL (Superintendency of Telecommunications).
Fauna and flora: Permits from MINAE (Ministry of Environment and Energy) or CITES.
Release Procedures: Once the fees are paid and the required documentation is provided, the package will be released by the DGA and delivered to the recipient.
Package Tracking: You can track your shipment at any time using the tracking number provided by the carrier or from your control panel in My European Address.
Possible Delays: If the package requires additional documentation or contains restricted items, customs procedures may cause delays in delivery.
We help complete all your customs documentation to avoid possible inconveniences!
Our priority is that you feel safe and accompanied at all times!
Sending a package from Europe to Costa Rica is simple and secure with My European Address. We take care of every detail so you can have peace of mind and confidence in our service. Whether you're sending important documents, gifts to family, or business products, we're here to help.
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Within each package you can tell us what services you want us to add (e.g. transportation, consolidation, repackaging, etc.)
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Access multiple real physical addresses to use as you prefer.
We deliver your goods anywhere in the world.
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We replace the original packaging with a new one.
We group multiple packages into one to reduce shipping costs.
We create your proforma invoice for correct customs declaration.
Full or shared containers for import/export.
Schedule package pickups or deliveries outside our warehouse.
We make assisted purchases on your behalf according to your instructions.
Full management of your returns and reverse logistics.
Document digitization for greater convenience.
We check that the contents match what you purchased.
Spanish prepaid SIM registered in your own name.
Temporary storage and clearance under customs regime.
Validation of suppliers' identity and reliability
We evaluate products and services from the customer's perspective.
Personalized advisory service in native Spanish.
We help non-residents open bank accounts in Europe.
We can receive payments from your customers from Europe, the USA and China.
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It is not permitted to send explosives, flammable materials, illegal drugs, weapons or ammunition (including replicas), pornographic material, as well as protected fauna and flora without permits from MINAE. Perishable foods, dangerous chemicals and unauthorized medications are also restricted.
Yes. Costa Rica customs requires a clear and detailed description of each item (type, quantity, brand) along with its actual value. Declaring less can cause penalties and withholdings, while declaring more increases the amount of taxes.
If a package contains restricted items, customs may hold it until you present the necessary permits or, in prohibited cases, confiscate it. We will help you manage the documentation if it is possible to release the shipment.
In addition to the transportation cost, shipments to Costa Rica may be subject to:
General Sales Tax (VAT) of 13% on the CIF value (product + transportation + insurance).
Import tariffs according to product category.
Possible charges for customs management or inspection.
The time depends on the courier service. Express shipments generally take between 3 and 7 business days, while cheaper options with stopovers can take up to 10 business days or more.
If customs detains your package, they will normally request invoice, permits or health certificates as appropriate. We support you in the process to speed up delivery and avoid delays.
All shipments have a tracking number that you can consult both on the carrier's website and in your My European Address control panel.
In most cases the commercial invoice or content declaration is sufficient. However, some products require additional documents, such as:
Medicines: Permission from the Ministry of Health.
Food and cosmetics: Health registration.
Telecommunication electronics: SUTEL authorization.
Fauna and flora: MINAE or CITES permits.
Yes, you can send gifts. However, even if you declare them as gifts, if the value exceeds USD 500 (Costa Rica's de minimisthreshold), they will be subject to taxes and duties. You should always include a detailed description of the content and its value.
Our team of logistics experts helps you prepare documentation, comply with customs requirements and manage permits if necessary. This way we avoid delays and guarantee that your package arrives without complications.
If you have questions, we invite you to consult our frequently asked questions
that will help you answer the most common questions we are often asked.
We deliver anywhere in the world
MDE works closely with the leading couriers, guaranteeing top-quality service and complete reliability. Thanks to our negotiated prices, our customers are free to choose from a wide range of shipping options, offering hundreds of possible combinations at exceptional prices.
MDE works closely with the leading couriers, guaranteeing top-quality service and complete reliability. Thanks to our negotiated prices, our customers are free to choose from a wide range of shipping options, offering hundreds of possible combinations at exceptional prices.
