Mail & parcels in Argentina: real experience from chats
Real experience of people from chats on «Mail & parcels» in Argentina — as it is, no fluff. For your case — ask Luky.
From real experience
Postal shipments to Argentina face high risks of delays and customs inspection. Parcels exceeding 5kg are often not delivered to home addresses. Prohibited or sensitive items include specific food products and pressurized sprays. Documentation should be in Latin characters.
When presenting documents from Russia in Argentina (e.g., for school or CESAC), informal translations may be accepted. Users have successfully used handwritten pencil translations on certificates. For physical document transfer between Russia and Argentina, regular couriers are available; some may transport up to 10 pages for free.
Parcel delivery service from Moscow to Buenos Aires. Cost: documents $15, 1 kg of goods $22. Items accepted: parcels, marketplace goods, electronics, luggage, documents, personal belongings, cosmetics.
To find a person willing to transport documents from Buenos Aires (AR) to Moscow (RU), it's possible to locate someone flying within a few days. Alternatively, consider using specialized platforms such as Grabr for such delivery services.
Shipping documents from Buenos Aires to Russia: FedEx is generally recommended for reliability. DHL may operate, but they often refuse to ship to Russia or handle documents inconsistently. Avoid sending sensitive documents via standard mail; use reputable international courier services.
Travelers can be hired to transport documents, parcels, and luggage between Argentina (Buenos Aires) and Russia/Belarus. Typical costs mentioned are $10 for documents, $15 for parcels, and $20 for a suitcase. Medications (with receipt and original packaging) and electronics can be transported on a case-by-case basis. This service can be a viable alternative to traditional shipping methods.