Transparent pricing
Simple rates. No surprises.
One flat base rate for air freight, charged on actual weight — no dimensional weight calculations. A 20% fuel surcharge and insurance apply to all shipments. Transparent pricing from Miami to your door in T&T — no hidden fees, no annual membership.
Air freight
Miami → Trinidad & Tobago
Introductory rate — all weights, all destinations in T&T
$1.99
per lb · actual weight
Charged on actual weight only — we never apply dimensional weight
20% fuel surcharge applies to all shipment totals
What's included
Other charges
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 20% of freight total |
| Insurance | $1 per $100 declared value · min $2 per package |
| Administrative fee (dutiable items) | 2% of declared value |
| Online Purchase Tax / OPT (air imports) | 7% of CIF value — T&T government charge |
| Customs duties | Variable — based on declared value (T&T Customs) |
| Tobago delivery surcharge | TTD $15 per package |
Online Purchase Tax (OPT) is a 7% government levy applied to all goods purchased online and imported by air into Trinidad & Tobago. It is charged on the CIF value and is separate from customs duty. VAT is then applied on the combined total of CIF + duty + OPT.
Transit times
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Air freight (standard) | 3–5 business days after Miami departure |
| Customs clearance | 1–2 business days (with pre-alert) |
| Delivery after clearance | 24–72 hours |
Note: We do not offer customer pickups. All packages are delivered to your address.
TTD payments accepted. All charges quoted in USD may be converted to Trinidad and Tobago Dollars at the commercial bank exchange rate applicable at the time of invoicing. No fixed rate is used.
How we calculate weight
Actual weight
We use the actual weight of your package in pounds, rounded up to the nearest 0.5 lb. A package weighing 7.2 lb is charged at 7.5 lb.
No dimensional weight
Many couriers calculate a ‘dimensional weight’ (L×W×H÷139) and charge whichever is higher. We don't. You pay for what your package actually weighs — nothing more.
Ocean freight
LCL & FCL — Miami to T&T
Ideal for large, heavy, or bulky shipments. Furniture, appliances, commercial goods, and consolidations.
LCL
For individuals & small businesses
$0.99
per lb · actual weight
Per-lb (actual weight) is the standard rate for most customers. Cubic-foot (CFT) pricing applies to larger shipments — typically 250 lbs and above. CFT pricing is available for business customers with large or bulky shipments. Contact us for a custom quote.
⚡ Coming soon — ocean freight is launching shortly. Register your interest and we'll notify you first.
FCL
For businesses & large shipments
Custom pricing
Contact us for a tailored quote
⚡ Coming soon — contact us to discuss FCL requirements in the meantime.
Shipping insurance
Protect your shipment
Included on all air freight shipments.
Coverage details
Television insurance is separate — see the TV policy below for TV-specific insurance rates.
Insurance is included on all Swiftbox shipments at $1 per $100 of declared value ($2 minimum) and is added to your invoice automatically. To file a claim, you must provide the original purchase invoice. Claims cannot be processed without it.
Not covered
What we can & can't ship
Prohibited, restricted & special items
Please check before you shop. We cannot return items already shipped to our Miami warehouse that are prohibited in T&T.
Television shipping
New TVs accepted · door delivery · all sizes up to 85"
What you'll pay
| Air freight | $1.99 / lb |
| Fuel surcharge | 20% of freight |
| Inspection + bubble wrap | $30.00 USD |
| Insurance | 5% of declared value |
| Customs duty | 20% of CIF value |
| VAT | 12.5% of (CIF + duty) |
Use the calculator for a full estimate with your specific weight and declared value.
Calculate TV shipping →Conditions
- ✓New TVs in original manufacturer packaging only
- ✓Condition checked at Miami warehouse on arrival
- ✓Condition verified again before delivery in T&T
- ✓Customer must be present and sign at delivery
- ⚠No liability for internal damage if outer box arrives intact
- ⚠Used TVs accepted but insurance not available
- ⚠Damaged outer packaging must be reported before signing for delivery
We cannot ship these under any circumstances
Illegal to import into Trinidad & Tobago
May be accepted — contact us before ordering
Accepted — declare at pre-alert
Not sure if your item can be shipped? Contact us before you buy — we'd rather help you check than have a package stuck at the warehouse.
Ask before you shipor WhatsApp us — coming soon
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