FedEx Authorized Ship Center✓ DHL Service Point Partner

International Shipping
in Monroe, WA

Ship to 220+ countries from Monroe — no drive to Seattle or Everett. We compare FedEx, DHL, and USPS rates on the same shipment, fill out customs forms with you, and pack it right. Serving Monroe, Sultan, Gold Bar, and all of Snohomish County.

On Old Owen Road just off Highway 2, west side of Monroe — own lot, pull in. No mall hunt.

DHL vs FedEx for international shipping — Monroe, WA now has a better option
Carrier Pickup Times
Express
Weekdays: 3:00 PM • Sat: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ground
Weekdays: 3:30 – 6:00 PM • Sat: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
USPS
Weekdays: 6:00 PM • Sat: 2:00 PM
DHL
Weekdays: 1:00 PM

Which Carrier
Saves You More?

We quote FedEx, DHL, and USPS on the same box and tell you honestly which is cheaper and faster. No lock-in, no guessing.

  • Asia (Japan, Philippines, Korea, China)

    Typical pick: DHL ⭐

    DHL Express
    Deep network, fast customs
    FedEx International
    Available
    USPS International
    Week+ · letters / small gifts
  • Middle East & Africa

    Typical pick: DHL ⭐

    DHL Express
    Strongest regional network
    FedEx International
    Comparable
    USPS International
    Week+ · letters / small gifts
  • Europe (UK, Germany, France)

    Typical pick: FedEx ⭐

    DHL Express
    Competitive
    FedEx International
    Slightly faster
    USPS International
    Week+ · letters / small gifts
  • Latin America (Mexico, Colombia)

    Typical pick: FedEx ⭐

    DHL Express
    Available
    FedEx International
    Stronger routing
    USPS International
    Week+ · letters / small gifts
  • Canada & Australia

    Typical pick: Quote all three

    DHL Express
    Competitive
    FedEx International
    Competitive
    USPS International
    Often cheapest for light docs

We run FedEx, DHL, and USPS against the same weight, size, and destination. Read our DHL vs FedEx breakdown →

Typical Transit Times from Monroe

Business days after our cutoff for DHL Express Worldwide and FedEx International Priority / Economy. Customs can add a day. These are typical ranges, not a delivery guarantee — carrier money-back does not cover customs delays. USPS International is quoted too when a week-plus is fine (letters, documents, small low-value gifts).

  • Canada

    DHL Express
    1–2 days
    FedEx
    1–2 days

    Docs often next day on FedEx Priority.

  • Mexico

    DHL Express
    2–3 days
    FedEx
    2–3 days

    Customs on goods is the swing factor, not the flight.

  • UK / Germany / Europe

    DHL Express
    2–3 days
    FedEx
    2–3 days

    FedEx is often a day quicker; DHL is usually the better price. We still quote USPS for light items.

  • Philippines (Manila / Cebu)

    DHL Express
    2–4 days
    FedEx
    3–5 days

    DHL is the one we recommend for family parcels.

  • Philippines (provinces)

    DHL Express
    4–6 days
    FedEx
    4–7 days

    Extra days after Manila/Cebu.

  • Japan / Korea

    DHL Express
    2–4 days
    FedEx
    2–4 days

    Both work. DHL clearance is usually smoother.

  • China / India

    DHL Express
    3–5 days
    FedEx
    3–6 days

    Accurate commercial invoice matters more than the logo.

  • Australia

    DHL Express
    3–5 days
    FedEx
    3–5 days

    Distance, not customs, is the usual delay.

  • Middle East

    DHL Express
    3–5 days
    FedEx
    4–6 days

    We start with DHL. FedEx is fine into big hubs.

Bring destination + postal code, contents and value, and the box so we can weigh it. Request a FedEx vs DHL vs USPS quote →

Why Ship Internationally at The Mail Station?

FedEx, DHL, and USPS international envelopes side by side

Compare Three Carriers

We quote FedEx, DHL, and USPS on the same shipment. You pick the better rate and timeline — no lock-in to one carrier.

World globe

220+ Countries

Ship anywhere in the world with end-to-end tracking and delivery confirmation.

Commercial invoice and CN23 customs form

Customs Help

We fill the commercial invoice / CN22 / CN23 with you. We do not give a binding duty quote — destination customs sets that.

Professionally packed box with bubble wrap and foam

Packed to Survive the Trip

We pack to carrier standard so the box can handle the trip. Odd shapes — luggage, framed art, instruments — go through custom packing.

The Mail Station storefront at 19916 Old Owen Rd in Monroe, WA

No Drive to Seattle

Ship internationally from Monroe — the closest full-service international shipping location for Sultan, Gold Bar, Startup, and Snohomish County.

The Mail Station staff at the Monroe counter, trusted since 1982

Trusted Since 1982

Serving Monroe, Sultan, Gold Bar, and all of Sky Valley for 40+ years. International customers welcome.

International Carriers at The Mail Station

FedEx Envelope used for international documents from Monroe, WA
FedEx Authorized Ship Center

FedEx International

Express, Economy, and Freight international options. Daily pickups at 3:00 PM (Express) and 3:30 PM (Ground). Best for Europe and Latin America.

FedEx services →
DHL Express envelope for international documents from Monroe, WA
DHL Service Point Partner

DHL International

DHL Express Worldwide with daily scheduled pickups. Deepest network in Asia, Middle East, and Africa — known for reliable customs clearance and on-time delivery to those regions.

DHL services →
USPS Priority Mail Express International flat rate envelope
Letters and small low-value gifts

USPS International

Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International. No Global Express Guaranteed (USPS suspended it) and no sea-freight balikbayan boxes. Best when a week-plus is fine.

International services we quote

Same box, three carriers. We run these named services at the counter and tell you which one fits the deadline and the budget.

FedEx logo

  • FedEx International First®

    Earliest delivery to key global cities — often 1–3 business days, morning arrival.

  • FedEx International Priority® Express

    By noon or 10:30 a.m. in 1–3 business days when the morning of arrival matters.

  • FedEx International Priority®

    End-of-day delivery in 1–3 business days to 220+ countries. The usual FedEx pick for speed.

  • FedEx International Connect Plus®

    Day-definite e-commerce service, typically 1–4 business days, when you ship online orders often.

  • FedEx International Economy®

    Lower cost when 2–5 business days is fine — over 215 countries.

  • FedEx International Ground®

    Cost-effective to Canada (and some Mexico lanes), typically 2–7 business days.

  • FedEx International Economy® Freight

    Heavier freight (LTL) when a parcel box is too small — often about 5 business days.

DHL logo

  • DHL Express Worldwide

    The default DHL product: time-sensitive packages and documents to 220+ countries, door-to-door with customs clearance.

  • DHL Express Envelope

    Documents only (no merchandise). Lightest, fastest DHL option — contracts, passports, legal papers.

  • DHL Express Easy

    Personal senders, no business account. Same Express network with simpler pricing.

  • DHL Express 9:00 / 12:00

    Time-guaranteed next business morning or noon to select metro areas when the hour matters.

  • DHL Parcel International Standard

    Postal-backed, less urgent parcels when a week-ish is acceptable and Express is more than you need.

  • DHL eCommerce International Direct

    Online sellers shipping non-urgent parcels (typically 4–8 business days).

  • DHL eCommerce Packet International

    Small, light items (under ~4.4 lb) — eBay, Etsy, gifts. Typically 7–14 business days.

USPS logo

  • Priority Mail Express International

    Fastest USPS option we sell — typically 3–5 business days, tracking, insurance, flat-rate envelopes up to 4 lb.

  • Priority Mail International

    6–10 business days. Best USPS balance of price and speed for medium boxes and gifts.

  • First-Class Package International / First-Class Mail International

    Cheapest for letters, postcards, and light items (under 4 lb). No firm delivery date.

Global Express Guaranteed (GXG) is not available — USPS suspended it. No sea-freight balikbayan boxes.

Who Ships Internationally with Us?

Filipino-American Families

Send packages home to the Philippines — DHL Express delivers to Manila, Cebu, and provincial areas in 2–4 days with reliable customs clearance.

Mexican-American Families

Gifts, documents, and family parcels to Mexico — FedEx or DHL Express typically 2–3 days. Actas, poderes, and immigration paperwork go as documents, not as a box.

Latin America

Mexico, Colombia, and the rest of the region. FedEx often has the stronger routing; we still quote DHL and USPS on the same shipment.

E-commerce Sellers

eBay, Etsy, Amazon international orders — we compare rates to protect your margins.

Businesses

Documents, parts, and merchandise — customs handled correctly every time.

Students & Travelers

Ship luggage and belongings abroad with full tracking. Odd shapes — framed art, instruments, auto parts — go through custom packing, not a leftover moving box.

Carrier Pickup Schedule

  • FedEx Express International — daily pickup at 3:00 PM
  • FedEx Ground International — daily pickup at 3:30 PM
  • DHL Express — shipping labels created at the counter with regular scheduled pickup as an Authorized DHL International Shipping & Package Drop-Off Location (arrive by 1:00 PM for same-day)
  • USPS International — drop-offs transported to Monroe post office after hours (small handling fee)

Ready to Ship Internationally from Monroe?

Bring destination + postal code, contents and value, and the box. We’ll quote FedEx, DHL, and USPS on the same shipment — a public carrier calculator is not the same quote.

19916 Old Owen Rd, just off Highway 2, west side of Monroe — own lot, pull in. Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM, Sat 9 AM–2 PM, Sun closed

International Shipping Guides

Recent guides on customs, carriers, and shipping abroad from Monroe.

Recent customer reviews

Google and Yelp reviews about this service from people who used our Monroe counter.

Google Review
“Easy shipping to Canada via DHL”
DG
Dani Gorsuch
Google reviewer · August 2026
Google Review
“Great customer service great prices Compared to UPS the price was great. I paid $49 for a package UPS want to charge $150. I love it”
LM
Larua Montes De Oca
Google reviewer · July 2026
Google Review
“Mana was amazing! I have been trying to ship a package to Sweden for weeks and for some reason USPS couldn't get it done. Mana took care of everything, friendly, professional and kind. Awesome experience and got it done!”
DC
Don Chappell
Google reviewer · July 2026
Google Review
“This place is awesome! The owner is so helpful and truly goes above and beyond for the customer. I was so frustrated trying to send a package to Australia and after driving all around town I decided to stop here. I wish I came here first. He found me a great rate and helped me get the package boxed up as well. This will be my first stop from now on.”
SA
Stephanie Adams
Local Guide · June 2026
Yelp Review
“I was dreading having to ship my uncle's cremated remains overseas. It's not generally a quick transaction. There was a hiccup with the English translation on the address and district code but initially no one knew why the hiccup on the program not allowing it to generate a shipment label but no one was willing to go the extra mile at other mail facilities to help me figure out the root cause other than to rudely and abruptly turn me away. If you have FedEx and mailing needs, Phil and Kim are the best. I was so relieved after going to them. It was not that much more in cost. It's so worth it!”
AT
Anna T.
Monroe, WA · November 2024

FAQ

About International Shipping

Can I ship internationally from Monroe, WA without going to Seattle?
Yes. The Mail Station Monroe at 19916 Old Owen Rd is a full-service international shipping center — Authorized DHL International Shipping & Package Drop-Off Location and FedEx Authorized Ship Center. Customers from Monroe, Sultan, Gold Bar, Startup, Duvall, and across Snohomish County ship here instead of driving to Everett or Seattle.
Can I compare FedEx, DHL, and USPS rates at your counter?
Yes. Tell us where it is going and we quote FedEx, DHL, and USPS on the same box. You choose based on deadline and price. USPS is usually the cheap option for letters and small low-value gifts when a week-plus is fine; FedEx or DHL when speed or value matters.
Can I ship to the Philippines from Monroe, WA?
Yes. DHL Express delivers to Manila, Cebu, Davao, and most provincial areas in the Philippines — typically in 2–4 business days from Monroe. We help with customs paperwork, prohibited items guidance, and proper packing at the counter.
What about shipping a balikbayan box from Monroe, WA?
Traditional balikbayan boxes use sea freight, which we don’t offer. But for smaller urgent shipments to the Philippines, DHL Express air delivery (2–4 business days, door-to-door, fully tracked) is a reliable alternative many of our Filipino-American customers use. We help with the customs forms at the counter.
How long does it take to ship to the Philippines from Washington state?
Via DHL Express from Monroe, WA 98272: typically 2–4 business days to Manila, Cebu, and major cities. Remote provincial areas may take 4–6 business days. Transit times are estimates — exact delivery depends on customs clearance.
Which carrier is better for shipping to Japan or Korea?
DHL Express has one of the strongest delivery networks in Japan and South Korea — reliable customs clearance and consistent transit times. FedEx is also a solid option. We quote FedEx, DHL, and USPS in-store and help you choose based on your package and timeline.
Can I send documents to Vietnam from Monroe, WA?
Yes. We ship paper-only document envelopes to Vietnam with tracked DHL, FedEx, or USPS service and help you describe them correctly at the counter. How to send documents to Vietnam →
¿Cómo enviar documentos de inmigración a México?
Sí. Desde Monroe enviamos actas, pasaportes, poderes y papeles de trámite a México como documentos — no como paquete. Lo usual es un sobre DHL Express Envelope o un FedEx International Priority Envelope: rastreo puerta a puerta, típicamente 1–3 días hábiles a ciudades grandes (2–3 días en nuestra tabla de tránsito). Se declara como documentos sin valor comercial. Si es un original que no puede perderse, lo escaneamos antes de enviarlo. No somos abogados de inmigración; enviamos el sobre con rastreo y ayudamos con la declaración. Cómo enviar documentos a México →Yes. From Monroe we ship immigration paperwork to Mexico as documents — DHL Express Envelope or FedEx International Priority Envelope, typically 1–3 business days to major cities. Declare as documents with no commercial value. Scan irreplaceable originals first. We are not an immigration attorney; we ship and track the envelope.
How do I get a quote before I drive in?
Call (360) 805-9250 or request a quote with destination + postal code, contents and value, and photos or dimensions of the box. We run FedEx, DHL, and USPS against the same shipment. A public carrier calculator is not our counter rate.
When is USPS cheaper than DHL or FedEx?
Letters, documents, and small low-value gifts when a week-plus is fine. We offer Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International. Global Express Guaranteed is not available (USPS suspended it). Anything with real value or a deadline is safer on FedEx or DHL.
What is the cutoff time for international shipments?
FedEx Express: 3:00 PM daily. FedEx Ground: 3:30 PM daily. DHL Express: arrive by 1:00 PM for same-day pickup.
Do you serve Sultan, Gold Bar, and other Snohomish County communities?
Yes. We are the closest international shipping location for Sultan, Gold Bar, Startup, Index, Duvall, and Sky Valley. Many customers make the short drive to Monroe rather than going all the way to Everett. We are on Old Owen Road just off Highway 2, west side of Monroe — own lot, pull in.

Customs

Do you help with customs forms?
Yes. We complete the commercial invoice, CN22, or CN23 with you — real description and real value. We do not give a binding duty quote. Destination customs sets the duty, not us.
Who pays duties and taxes?
The receiver usually pays at the door. If you want duties billed here instead, ask at the counter before we print the label. Tell the receiver to expect a duty bill so it is not a surprise.
Can I estimate duties and taxes before I ship?
Yes. FedEx has a free online tool — FedEx Trade Planner — no login required. Enter the destination country, a product description or Harmonized System (HS) code, value, and package details to get estimated duties, taxes, and document recommendations before we print a label. It is a planning estimate, not a binding duty quote — destination customs sets the final amount. Bring those notes to the counter and we will still fill the commercial invoice with you. How Monroe shippers use Trade Planner →
What items cannot be shipped internationally?
Common restrictions include: lithium batteries (size limits), liquids, aerosols, perishable food, live plants, and items restricted by the destination country. We review your contents at the counter and flag anything that could cause problems at customs before your package ships.
What if customs holds my package?
Once it leaves our counter, FedEx or DHL and destination customs handle the hold. The carrier contacts you with what is needed — pay the assessed duty, send extra paperwork, or the package may be returned. We do not control the hold and we do not call you about it; watch for the carrier’s message.