Shipping Packages/Mail To Shelter Bay Marina
There are several choices for shipping: Fedex, DHL (world wide express), TNT (now part of Fedex).
These express delivery companies all include customs clearance and local delivery in their charges, leaving a nominal figure of 1% of the package value to settle on arrival at the marina.
Note: UPS does not include local delivery, which can present a problem and additional cost.
Do not send items thru the postal system. Sending by ordinary post will at best result in the package, if and when it arrives, being held for collection at the Colon Post office.
The address recognized by the above carriers:
Yacht in Transit XXXXXXXXX
Shelter Bay Marina
30 Butner Street, Fort Sherman
Colon – Republic of Panama
Tel: +507 433 3581
Please note that if we receive a package paying the nominal tariff indicated on your behalf, there will be a $20 service charge. If there is an additional local delivery charge to be settled or if sending by other carriers, the service fee will be either $20, or 20% of this local delivery fee whichever is greater.
Other options to consider:
Aerocasillas (Airbox express): Our address is recognized by this company but a pickup may need to be arranged from their offices in Panama City. Check their online estimator: http://panamainfo.com/en/listing/airbox-express for further info.
Mail Boxes Etc.: There are 16 Mail Boxes outlets in Panama including one in Colon (Plaza Millennium) and Panama City. You can obtain a USA based address to deliver to pick up address in Panama. http://www.panama-guide.com/article.php/20090213120506842?query=mail+boxes for further info.
Pakya based in Miami and Panama has provided a freight forwarding service particularly to those relocating to Panama. If you are considering bulk items; those that must be shipped, this may be a good relatively economical solution but be sure to check what the local delivery (to the marina) and customs charges would be:
For address and information call or mail:
PAKYA Miami: 305 863 1818
PAKYA Panama: +507 236 1728
Email: info@pakyapanama.com
Website: www.pakyapanama.com
Packages shipped to this freight forwarder without notification will be held in Minami until the shipping information is verified.
Please note:
– The package should have a commercial invoice or packing slip attached to the outside of the box declaring the contents and value.
– Ocean freight is recommended if the package is over 250 pounds.
– Shipping hazardous waste is not recommended and may involve substantial additional charges.