1) Generate your Shipping Forms ( HERE )
2) Shipping Form Back ( Click Here to Download PDF ) ( JPG )
3) Shipping Box ( You may use any type of box or get one from Budget or click the banner on your right)
4) Packing Tape ( Gray Duct tape is not recommended.)
5) Scissor
6) Marker and Pen
7) Large Trash bag can be used as a liner, Optional
8) Plastic Grocery Bags to protect other items in case of breakage of liquid container.

[+] Tape the bottom flap of the box. Place tape horizontally and vertically on the flaps and connecting corners. Keep the top open.

[+] Place a large trash bag inside the box to provide overall protection of the contents.

[+] Write down the items that you place inside the box on the shipping form

[+] Begin packing by placing neatly folded items that would serve as cushions.

[+] Protect other items in case of a spill by placing bottled items like shampoo, oil, etc inside a plastic bag. Secure the caps with tape before closing the grocery bag.

[+] Maintain a neat stack. Keep manufacturer's packaging for fragile items, they are made to protect it.

[+] Place padded materials on the sides.

[+] Do not make the box so heavy for easy and safe handling. If possible, spread out the heavy items in other boxes. People will handle that. Not carabao.

[+] Cushion the top with padded materials. Place plastic bags or magazines on top to protect the items inside from tape adhesive.

[+] Place a COPY of the packing list on the top of the plastic liner before closing the box. Make sure you only use a copy since the original forms are needed for Homeland Security and Philippine Customs documentation that you will place in an envelope that you will tape outside the package.

[+] Secure the large trash bag liner with a knot or tape.

[+] Legibly mark down the box with the shipper's and consignee's information using a permanent marker. Make sure you provide the Name, Complete address, Telephone Number, Cell Phone, email or Facebook messenger or even a map sketch of your Philippine address.Cover this with the shipping label to Los Angeles so not to confuse the US local courier. We will peel this off upon arrival in Los Angeles and expose your Philippine delivery information.

This is the modern and proven system that works from a licensed and bonded company that you know! FMC License 027450N.

Since you are exporting your balikbayan box from one country to another, you are required by law to provide documentations on your shipment.

Please see the important forms below, you MUST UNDERSTAND and AGREE to these terms to use our services. download it for your reference.
. List of restrictions here.
. Limitation of Liability.
. Terms and Conditions.

All of our balikbayan box and jumbo box shipments are insured against loss, fire, theft, jettison, FGA for up to $200. Additional insurance is available for $5 for every $100 added insurance value. Manila Forwarder or the insurance company, or our agents are not liable for damages due to improperly packed shipment. There is also no insurance coverage against breakage. Please use diligent efforts in packaging. Use crates and cushion materials for breakable items.
  Fill-out the form HERE (*Note: If you have done this in STEP 1, you don't have to fill-out again.)

The online entry will generate:
1) Manila Forwarder shipping label (Label).
    Attach it to the top or side of your package. This will be covered later by US shipping label to Los Angeles, CA.
2) Save and share to your Consignee ( Recipient ) for package tracking.
3) Please put the copy of Packing List inside of your package in case of inspection.

Now that the package documentation is ready, it’s time to prepare your package for shipment to:

Ocean Cargo
Manila Forwarder
Attn: Your Name
3964 Eagle Rock Blvd,
Los Angeles, CA 90065

Air Cargo
Manila Forwarder
Attn: Your Name:
3228 Madera Ave,
Los Angeles, CA 90039

For small parcel using USPS flat rate boxes, see instructions here:
https://www.usps.com/

Cover the Manila Forwarder label with the USPS, FedEx or UPS label. We will take out the latter upon arrival in Los Angeles. You will also get notified via phone or email of our acknowledgement receipt.

If shipping bulk or crate, please email:sales@manilaforwarder.com the details and we will arrange the pick up from your location. We will just invoice you accordingly. To see the domestic shipping rates, please see: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/home.html

Checklist:

• Did you list the contents of your balikbayan box in the packing list?
• Did you tape and seal your box?
• Did you completely fill out the form with signature and initial on the back?
• Did you place the shipping label on the box?
• Did you place the front and back form in an envelope?
• Did you include your signed check in the envelope?
• Did you ascertain that your box is packed properly and ready for shipment?
• Did you asked and pay for insurance over the $200 coverage?

If you answered yes to all the questions, then you are ready to share joy and happiness with your loved ones in the Philippines.

You may drop off your package at your chosen domestic carrier or arrange pick-up online.

FedEx Ground
UPS Ground

Please email us your tracking number and we will monitor the package for you.