Can we ship our purchases to US from Italy?

Question

Is it easy to ship our purchases back to the states? We will most likely be doing most purchases from the Tuscany Region. Any idea as to how to ship the items?

Answer 1

You'll find UPS, FedEx and all of the other courier service we have in the States.

Generally the stores will arrange the shipping for you. remember to insure your shipment and not just for the cost of the object you are shipping but always include the cost of the shipping too!

Answer 2

The "ask the store..." answer above is a really good idea.  Otherwise use the same couriers that you would in the states.  Fedex, UPS, DHL should all handle your packages well.  You may have to pay duty on all of those items though.

Answer 3

i would just mail them back. they will get flown back but probably for not a very cheap price.

Answer 4

Ask the stores if they ship when you purchase something.

Answer 5

Many stores will ship your purchases directly. If not, there are many Mailboxes, Etc. stores in Florence and throughout Tuscany where you can ship your stuff. (http://www.mbe.com/ for locations)

Be aware though that shipping can be very costly -- often more than buying and checking in an extra piece of luggage. (Check with your airline but the cost for this is usually around $100). You may also have to pay duty on the package when it arrives at your house.