International Parcel Shipping

Sending parcels from Russia to Brazil is complex and often problematic. High customs duties, sometimes exceeding the value of the contents, are common. There are reports of missing postal notifications, leading to parcels being returned to the sender. For example, a small parcel from Belarus with personal items was assessed a duty of 1000 Brazilian Real. It is generally recommended to arrange for personal delivery by someone traveling to Brazil rather than relying on postal services due to these difficulties and potential extra costs.

To ship a parcel from Brazil to Russia: expect a cost of approximately 330 BRL for a 30x30cm package. The estimated delivery time is 20 days. Use local postal services.

As of March 2026, the Brazilian post office in Florianópolis explicitly states that mail cannot be sent from Brazil to Russia. Travelers should be advised that direct postal services for postcards/letters between these countries might be unavailable.

Users sometimes seek individuals traveling from Rio de Janeiro to specific destinations like Armenia to transport small items, offering gifts (e.g., cognac) in return.

Chinese customs procedures for baggage inspection. When luggage is opened, a note with a stamp is left indicating the reason for inspection. This practice is appreciated for its transparency and has led to a lack of issues for frequent travelers.

Sending postal packages to Brazil (especially rural areas) is highly discouraged due to delivery times spanning several months and extremely high import taxes levied on the recipient. It is recommended to find travelers flying from Russia to nearby Brazilian cities to carry items manually.

Shipping from Brazil to Russia is handled via the national postal service (Correios). There is no direct representation of 'Russian Post' in Brazil. Deliveries take approximately one month.

It is possible to send parcels from Russia to Brazil using the Russian postal service ('Pochta Rossii'). While direct experience with sending packages is limited, sending regular letters has been confirmed. Further details on specific types of parcels and destination city coverage may require direct inquiry with the postal service.

Shipping services for belongings and parcels between Brazil and Russia are available. Inquiries can be made via private messages. A specific departure date of July 2nd is mentioned for services.

When traveling within Brazil, carry-on items like nail scissors or even a fork might be subject to inspection by security personnel. While usually returned after a brief check, it's possible for certain items to be confiscated if deemed potentially suspicious by security staff. Personal items are generally allowed after inspection.

Shipping goods to Brazil is costly and complex. Recipients must handle tax declarations upon arrival. Failure to complete these formalities typically results in the parcel being returned to the sender.

Shipping personal belongings between Russia and Brazil via official postal services is not recommended due to potentially high taxes, even on common items like tea, chocolate, or used clothing. Consider alternative methods like using travel companions for international shipping.

Shipping from Brazil to Russia has experienced disruptions. One user reported that Correios (Brazilian postal service) in São Paulo stated they are not sending shipments to Russia, with a notification appearing that dispatches have been suspended since June. Previously, hotels assisted with shipping from São Paulo to Russia, but current postal services appear to have limitations.

Sending parcels between Russia and Brazil is currently highly problematic and unreliable. Users report consistent difficulties in both directions, often resulting in failed attempts to dispatch shipments.