Document Shipping
Send Documents from USA to India
Need to send important documents to India? NRI Shipping can assist with international document shipments using trackable courier options.
From a single notarised power of attorney to property papers, birth certificates, and educational transcripts — we can arrange eligible international document shipping with signature-on-delivery, and help prepare the customs paperwork and receiver KYC so your original papers clear smoothly. Request a quote and choose an available shipping option based on destination, package size, and delivery speed. For parcels and personal items, see shipping to India from the USA.
Eligible International Document Shipments
NRI Shipping can assist with international document shipments, including the document types below. Eligibility depends on the selected carrier and destination-country rules.
Power of Attorney documents
Birth and marriage certificates
Educational documents
Property-related documents
Business documents
Immigration-related documents
Legal and personal documents
Notarised affidavits and transcripts
How to Ship Important Documents
Original papers deserve careful handling. Use secure packaging and review carrier requirements before you send.
Secure packaging
Important documents should be packaged securely to help protect original papers during transit.
Trackable service
A trackable international service is recommended so you can follow shipment progress online, and legal documents can be sent with signature-on-delivery.
Customs & document prep
We help prepare the customs invoice and, where required, collect the receiver's identity document (Aadhaar, PAN or passport) so original papers clear smoothly.
Restrictions may apply
Carrier and destination-country restrictions may apply to particular documents or items.
Document Shipping Questions
Requirements can vary by document type, carrier, and destination. These answers cover the most common questions.
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Can I send documents from USA to India?
Eligible documents can generally be shipped internationally using trackable courier services, including notarised power of attorney, affidavits, certificates, and transcripts. Requirements and restrictions may vary based on the document, carrier, and destination.
02
Can I send apostilled documents to India?
Apostilled documents are commonly sent internationally. Secure packaging and a trackable shipping method are recommended for important original documents. We can help prepare the customs paperwork and any receiver KYC so original papers clear customs smoothly.
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Can I track a document shipment to India?
Eligible shipments include carrier tracking information that allows customers to follow shipment progress online. Legal and notarised documents can also be sent with signature-on-delivery so you know they reached the right hands.
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Can NRI Shipping guarantee document delivery dates?
Carrier transit estimates are not guarantees unless the particular carrier service expressly provides a delivery guarantee. Customs processing and circumstances outside the carrier's control can also affect delivery.
More questions about customs, pickup, or combining shipments? See the shipping FAQ.
Ready to send documents to India?
Enter your shipment details to request an international shipping quote. Have a broader parcel shipment? Start with our USA-to-India shipping page.