Massachusetts, USA → Pakistan
Shipping Timelines, Costs & Landed Cost Calculation
We are a US-to-Pakistan personal shopping service based in Massachusetts. Every order includes the original US retail receipt, full FBR customs documentation, and door-to-door tracking.
How It Works
You Place Your Order
Order via our website or WhatsApp. We confirm availability and send you a full landed-cost quote — product price, MA tax, service fee, shipping, and customs estimate — before you pay.
We Purchase in the USA
Your item is personally purchased from an authorised US retailer in Massachusetts. You are charged the product price plus Massachusetts Sales Tax (6.25% flat). We provide the original US retail receipt.
Quality Check & Packing
Every item is inspected, photographed, and securely packed at our MA hub with tamper-evident seals. Fragile items — fragrances, electronics — receive extra protective packaging.
Shipped & Tracked
Choose your tier at checkout: 2-Day Ultra Express (DHL/FedEx Priority), 7-Day Standard Express (FedEx Economy), 30-Day Economy Air, or 60-Day Sea Saver. You receive a tracking number within 24 hours.
Customs & Delivery in Pakistan
We handle all FBR documentation. A refundable customs deposit is collected at checkout based on your product category. If actual duty is lower, we refund the difference. If higher, we bill the difference with the FBR receipt.
Delivery Timelines
| Tier | Carrier | Timeline | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
2-Day Ultra Express FASTEST | DHL Express / FedEx Priority | 2–4 business days | Urgent, luxury, perfume, electronics |
7-Day Standard Express POPULAR | FedEx Economy / Meest | 5–7 business days | Most popular choice |
30-Day Economy Air ECONOMY | Consolidated Air | 25–35 business days | Heavy, non-urgent items |
60-Day Sea Saver BULK | LCL Sea Freight | 50–65 business days | Bulk orders, min 5 kg |
Personal Hand-Carry LIMITED | Personnel Managed Courier (Escorted) | 3 times a year — Dates announced | High-value, wedding sets, fragile, documents, extra care |
Business days exclude US & Pakistan public holidays.
Shipping Costs by Weight
| Weight | 2-Day | 7-Day | 30-Day | 60-Day Sea | Hand-Carry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small (~0.3 kg) | $53.40 | $34.40 | $18.60 | $11.80 | Quote |
| Medium (~1.25 kg) | $80.00 | $47.50 | $30.00 | $17.50 | Quote |
| Large (~3.5 kg) | $143.00 | $88.00 | $57.00 | $31.00 | Quote |
Chargeable weight applies (actual vs. volumetric, whichever is greater). 60-Day Sea not available for perfume or electronics.
Checkout Calculation Logic
Product Price
US store price in USD
MA Sales Tax
Product Price × 6.25%
Service Fee
(Price + Tax) × 15%
Shipping
By tier & weight
Customs Deposit
(Price + Shipping) × Category Rate
Pakistan Customs Rates by Category
Estimated Import Charges — Refundable if actual is lower, billable if higher with FBR receipt.
Landed Cost Calculator
Cost Breakdown
Product Price (US store)
MA Sales Tax (6.25%)
Massachusetts flat rate
Service Charges (15%)
Our personal shopping fee — we purchase with original US receipt
Shipping — 7-Day Standard Express
5–7 business days
Pakistan Customs Estimate (30%)
Apparel / Shoes / Bags (30%)
$215.81
≈ PKR 62,586 (@ 1 USD = 290 PKR)
Customs deposit is refundable. If actual FBR duty is lower than the estimate, we refund the difference. If higher, we bill the shortfall with the official FBR receipt. Business days exclude US & Pakistan public holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Massachusetts Sales Tax charged?
We are based in Massachusetts. All purchases made from US retailers in MA are subject to the state's flat 6.25% sales tax. We pass this through at cost — no markup — and include it on your original US receipt.
What is the customs deposit and is it refundable?
We collect an estimated customs deposit at checkout based on your product category (e.g. 30% for apparel, 70% for cosmetics/perfume). If actual FBR duty is lower, we refund the difference. If higher, we bill the shortfall with the official FBR receipt.
Can I track my shipment?
Yes. You receive a DHL or FedEx tracking number by WhatsApp and email within 24 hours of dispatch. Real-time tracking is available on the courier's website throughout the journey.
Why is 60-Day Sea Saver not available for all products?
Sea freight requires a minimum shipment of 5 kg. Perfumes and electronics cannot be shipped by sea due to carrier restrictions on flammable liquids and lithium batteries. These options are automatically disabled in the cost calculator.
What if my order is lost or damaged?
All shipments are insured. In the rare event of loss or damage in transit, we file the claim on your behalf and either replace the item or issue a full refund — your choice.
How do I know my item is authentic?
Every order includes the original US retail receipt, brand packaging, and a signed AuthenticUSA authenticity certificate. We offer a 200% money-back guarantee if any item is found to be inauthentic.
Ready to Order?
Message us on WhatsApp with the product you want and we will send you a full landed-cost quote — product price, MA tax, service fee, shipping, and customs estimate — within a few hours.