Philippine Postal Service reliable? (best, time, live)

[Felix C]

Have to send a package to the Philippines. Is the local Postal Service reliable?

[Felix C]

I just found out it is a disaster and my best recourse is Johnny Air Cargo. Anyone use it?

[payutenyodagimas]

as long as you register it..and don't mail during christmas

[Taiko]

I never had a problem with packages to Manila with the different carriers. Cards on the other hand one with pictures didn't make it I can theorize that someone was hoping to get cash.

[payutenyodagimas]

Originally Posted by Taiko

I never had a problem with packages to Manila with the different carriers. Cards on the other hand one with pictures didn't make itx is can theorize that someone was hoping to get cash.

I sent pictures once..NO CASH INSIDE written on it..it was delivered

[GoldenTiger]

Big NO. Johnny Air is much better.

It is not unusual to receive Christmas cards in February or March mailed outside the Philippines late November/early December.

And if it is "taxable", no matter how small its value is, the PH customs can charge you some outrageous amounts. From last Christmas, PHL Customs officials ruin little boy's Christmas | SciTech | GMA News Online

[Felix C]

Thanks Guys. Going Johnny Air to be absolute on this. It is a pickup center only but fortunately there is an office in the receiver city.

[dalmain]

I've sent many packages and maybe 2 have never reached.

[Mr. Lee]

It can be hit or miss.

[bestPal99]

local Postal Service in tha philippines aint that good. when i buy something online i choose to ship my item via 3rd party courier. the last time i ordered from us. i choose galleon.ph. they have a service shipmyitem. which you can buy any items from US and ship to direct to your doorstep.