{"id":1131,"date":"2018-12-05T13:29:28","date_gmt":"2018-12-05T18:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/?p=1131"},"modified":"2025-01-02T07:07:23","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T12:07:23","slug":"shipping-military-packages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/shipping-military-packages\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Tips For Shipping Military Care Packages Safely and Securely"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are nearly <\/span>195,000 American soldiers stationed overseas<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And whether they\u2019re located in South Korea, Afghanistan, or Germany \u2013 you can bet that they\u2019d all love to have a little slice of home shipped to them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you have a loved one serving overseas, or you just want to show your appreciation to all of the brave men and women, who put their lives on the line for our protection \u2013 a care package is a great way to go. <\/span><\/p>\n

A thoughtful delivery will bring a little comfort to those in far-off lands. <\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, there are some logistics to making sure your care package arrives in one piece and makes it to its intended recipient. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are 9 tips to ensure the safe delivery of your goodies to those in the military:<\/b><\/p>\n

#1 Check Shipping Regulations <\/b><\/h2>\n

First off, you need to be aware of what you can\u2019t ship. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some things should be no-brainers, such as alcohol, animals, explosives, and illegal substances. \u00a0But also keep in mind that some tobacco, pornography, nail polish, perfume containing alcohol, lithium batteries, fruits\/vegetables, and live plants are also a no go. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The USPS has a helpful list of international guidelines and limitations by country<\/span><\/a>. When in doubt, it\u2019s probably a good idea to keep it out. <\/span><\/p>\n

There are restrictions that apply specifically to military personnel, so it\u2019s important to know those as well. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some items are not accepted in certain countries because of cultural reasons. Not every country has the same rules, so it will depend on where the service member is stationed. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For instance, you may be able to send that jerky to a soldier in Germany, but if it contains pork, don\u2019t try and ship it to Afghanistan. <\/span><\/p>\n

#2 Research What Soldiers Want<\/b><\/h2>\n

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The whole point of shipping goods to service members is to give them something they actually want. <\/span><\/p>\n

Obviously, soldiers\u2019 needs are going to depend on where they\u2019re stationed. You may think that handknit sweater is gorgeous, but it may not be of much use to a soldier in Iraq in the middle of summer. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A cursory search on the internet shows that items like sunscreen, toiletries, and magazines tend to be a hit. <\/span><\/p>\n

#3 Wrap Items Individually<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re preparing a care package, you\u2019re likely filling it with different types of items. You may be shipping energy bars, sunglasses, boots, and toothpaste. It doesn\u2019t make sense to haphazardly throw all of these in one <\/span>custom box<\/span><\/a> as one big mass.<\/span><\/p>\n

Plastic bags with zip locks are a great way to keep small items together, contain odors, and keep things dry. As a bonus, service members can reuse these bags. <\/span><\/p>\n

Be especially careful to package food items separately from things like toiletries. \u00a0Because, seriously, who wants to eat candy with a shampoo aftertaste?<\/span><\/p>\n

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#4 Take Care of Expensive Items<\/b><\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, theft is a concern \u2013 even on military bases. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A good idea is to seal up your box with stickers or tape so the intended recipient will know if someone tampered with it. <\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s also helpful to include a list of the contents inside the box, so they\u2019ll know if something\u2019s missing. If your items are particularly expensive, consider insurance. <\/span><\/p>\n

#5 It All Starts With the Box<\/b><\/h2>\n

A strong box is your first line of defense in protecting what\u2019s inside. <\/span><\/p>\n

You want to get the right size<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

You don\u2019t want your items swimming inside, but you want to leave room for padding. <\/span><\/p>\n

Once you have your items in the box, tape up the package to make it even stronger. <\/span><\/p>\n

#6 Secure the Items Inside the Box<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re going to the trouble of <\/span>shipping<\/span><\/a> something across the globe, you want to make sure it arrives in one piece. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Your heart may be in the right place but if a soldier opens up a box containing a bunch of broken bits, they\u2019re not going to be happy. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few steps you can take to ensure everything arrives intact:<\/b><\/p>\n