Shipping to Grenada from the USA works with both USPS and UPS in 2026: USPS Priority Mail International carries parcels up to 44 pounds, Priority Mail Express International up to 66 pounds, and UPS delivers door to door with its international express services. USPS has no suspension in place for Grenada, and its merchandise insurance is available on both Priority Mail services to the island.
This guide compares the services on the lane, realistic transit times to St. George’s and the outer islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, how Grenada customs treats a parcel, what USPS won’t carry there, and how to address a box so it arrives. To price your parcel, compare live USPS and UPS rates to Grenada in the ParcelPath rate calculator.
Which carriers ship from the US to Grenada?
USPS hands Grenada-bound mail to the Grenada Postal Corporation for customs and final delivery, while UPS carries parcels on its own network and clears them for the recipient. USPS has no service suspension for Grenada and doesn’t include it on its list of countries where the Priority Mail Express International guarantee is suspended.
| Service | Expected delivery | Max weight to Grenada | Insurance | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPS Worldwide Express / Worldwide Saver | Express delivery; check UPS transit times for Grenada | Per UPS package limits | UPS declared value coverage | Urgent and business shipments |
| USPS Priority Mail Express International | 3 to 5 business days to many major markets | 66 lb; Flat Rate Envelope 4 lb | Available for merchandise | Documents and small urgent parcels |
| USPS Priority Mail International | 6 to 10 business days to many major markets | 44 lb; Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes 20 lb | Available for merchandise | Family boxes and gifts |
| USPS First-Class Package International Service | Varies by destination | 4 lb | Not offered | Light, low-value items |
USPS Global Express Guaranteed has been suspended to Grenada and most other countries since September 29, 2024. If you’re new to international labels, our guide on how to ship a package walks through packing, weighing and buying postage step by step.
How long does shipping to Grenada take?
USPS Priority Mail International typically takes 6 to 10 business days to reach Grenada, and Priority Mail Express International 3 to 5 business days, once the parcel leaves the US. UPS express services are faster, though small island destinations often take a day or two longer than major hubs, so check UPS’s transit estimate for your shipment.
Customs clearance in St. George’s is where most of the variation happens. A parcel with an itemized declaration and a contact number usually clears quickly, while vague descriptions or missing phone numbers can hold it for days. Deliveries to Carriacou and Petite Martinique need an extra domestic leg by sea or air, and the June-to-November hurricane season can interrupt flights across the region.
What import duties and taxes apply to Grenada shipments?
Grenada’s Customs and Excise Division assesses import charges on the CIF value of the goods, meaning their value plus the cost of insurance and freight. Most parcels other than documents are treated as dutiable, and the recipient may owe customs duty, a customs service charge and VAT, depending on what the items are.
- Declare every item honestly. List each item with quantity and value; a realistic value clears faster than an under-declared one.
- Mark gifts as gifts. Personal gifts still need an accurate description and value on the customs form.
- Include a commercial invoice for goods you sell. USPS requires one with Priority Mail Express International shipments of dutiable merchandise.
- Expect the recipient to pay. Duties and taxes are collected from the recipient in Grenada before release, separately from postage.
Rates vary by product category under Grenada’s tariff, so the recipient or a local broker is the best source for the charge on a specific item. Our overview of shipping to the Caribbean explains how customs works across the region’s island nations.
What can’t you ship to Grenada?
The USPS International Mail Manual lists a short set of prohibitions for Grenada, on top of the items USPS bans on all international mail:
- ammunition, firing caps and charged metal cartridges,
- coins,
- by Priority Mail Express International only: banknotes, traveler’s checks, precious metals and stones, jewelry and watches.
Lithium batteries, aerosols and flammable liquids are restricted on international mail generally, and food, plants and medicines may need Grenadian permits. Check with the recipient before sending anything beyond small personal quantities.
How do you address and prepare a parcel for Grenada?
The Grenada Postal Corporation asks US mailers to include more contact detail than most destinations, and following its list prevents most delivery problems:
- Add both phone numbers. Include the recipient’s landline and, if possible, mobile number on the customs form or label.
- Add an email address where you have one, so the recipient gets clearance and delivery notices.
- Give the full house or apartment number, plus any interior or tower number, then the village or town, the parish and GRENADA. Grenada doesn’t use postal codes.
- Name the island for deliveries to Carriacou or Petite Martinique.
- Pack for humidity and handling. Use a sturdy box, seal seams fully and keep the label on the largest flat side.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way of shipping to Grenada?
For gifts and family boxes, USPS Priority Mail International is usually the lowest-priced tracked option for shipping to Grenada, accepting parcels up to 44 pounds with merchandise insurance available. Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes can work for dense items up to 20 pounds, and items under 4 pounds can go by First-Class Package International Service. Compare UPS for urgent or business shipments.
How long does shipping to Grenada take?
Shipping to Grenada usually takes 6 to 10 business days with USPS Priority Mail International and 3 to 5 business days with Priority Mail Express International. UPS express services are faster but can take a little longer than to major hubs. Deliveries to Carriacou and Petite Martinique need an extra domestic leg, and customs holds add time when paperwork is incomplete.
What is the weight limit for shipping to Grenada with USPS?
USPS accepts up to 66 pounds on Priority Mail Express International and up to 44 pounds on Priority Mail International to Grenada. Flat Rate Envelopes and Small Flat Rate Boxes are limited to 4 pounds, Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes to 20 pounds, and First-Class Package International Service to 4 pounds. UPS has its own package limits.
What contact details does a Grenada address need?
The Grenada Postal Corporation asks mailers to include the recipient’s landline and mobile phone number, an email address, and the house or apartment number plus any interior or tower number, on the customs form or address label. Grenada doesn’t use postal codes, so add the village or town, the parish and GRENADA as the last line.
Sources
- USPS International Mail Manual: Grenada
- USPS International Service Alerts
- USPS: Priority Mail International
- UPS: International Shipping Services
- Grenada Customs and Excise Division: import duties and taxes
Part of our Caribbean guide. Related: Caribbean destinations, St. Lucia, Puerto Rico.
