A couple of questions

Why is customs holding my package?

What happens when customs holds your package?

'Held at Customs' means the package you are sending to the destination country is held by the officials of the importer country's customs office. These government bodies hold the packages until they ensure that only permissible items cross their border and the taxes (Duties & Excise) are paid for the import.

How long will customs hold a package?

Most Incoming Packages(Unless pulled for inspection) usually stay in US Customs no more than 1 to 2 days on average. Alot is determined by how the packages were shipped. Customs has Manifest's For all packages Coming through. You would think that Express mail gets Priority at Customs.

Why would a package be held at customs?

The dreaded message of “Shipment on Customs Hold” or shipment is “Stuck” in Customs is the response all importers want to avoid. A seamless Customs process improves the supply chain and overall transit time. … The most common reason for shipments being held for Customs clearance is missing documentation and information.

How do you know if customs seizes your package?

Originally Answered: How do you know if your package is seized by customs? It depends on the circumstances and the country. In the US, if a package is detained or seized they will send a letter to the recipient and explain why- sometimes it may be for import duties or it could be a prohibited item.

Is held at customs bad?

Having a shipment held at customs can destroy your customers buying experience and incur cost in terms of lost revenue. Here's what you should so. Key Points: Your package may be stuck at customs because the import items are prohibited or because of incorrect paperwork.

How do I know if my package is stuck at customs?

Check Your Mail for a Customs Detainment Letter Check your company mail for a letter from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection department stating that your package has been detained. If the department is holding your item, officials will notify you usually within a few days but it can take as long as 30 to 45 days.

What will Tracking say if a package has been seized?

Usually when a package shows that it was seized by law enforcement, it means that there was something suspect in the package. Either is smelled “funny”, was leaking and unknown liquid/powder, or an x-ray showed something in the package that looked illegal.