Sending dried food to the Philippines
Updated Oct 1, 2026 · prices pulled live from the UCargo price list
UCargo sends dried food, snacks, coffee and dietary supplements to the Philippines by air, duties included, with a food surcharge of 30,000₫/kg. Delivery time depends on the recipient's area.
Delivery times by area
| Area | Includes | Transit time |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Manila | Manila, Quezon City, Makati, Pasig, Taguig… | 1–3 days |
| Luzon | Cavite, Laguna, Bulacan, Pampanga, Batangas… | 2–8 days |
| Visayas – Mindanao | Cebu, Iloilo, Bohol, Davao, Cagayan de Oro… | 6–9 days |
- Metro Manila prices exclude the local delivery fee (about 150 pesos for the first 3kg, 25 pesos for each additional kg).
Cost
Freight by weight and area + food surcharge 30,000₫/kg. See the Ship to the Philippines price list.
Example: sending 5kg of dried food to Metro Manila (Air (duties included) — Metro Manila): freight 1,080,000₫ + goods surcharge 150,000₫ — estimate 1,230,000₫.
About compensation
- Without insurance: lost general goods are refunded at 150% of the freight; dangerous goods, liquids, chemicals, powders, batteries, fragile items and jewellery are not compensated.
- Insurance: 5% of the invoice value, cover up to 100,000,000₫.
Powders (ground coffee, cereal powder…) and liquids are not compensated unless you buy insurance — pack them very carefully.
Need a quote for your goods?
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Shipping rates to the Philippines ›Frequently asked questions
Can I send coffee to the Philippines?
Yes, with a food surcharge of 30,000₫/kg; ground coffee is best vacuum-sealed.
Does the recipient have to pay duties?
No — duties are included in the service. Metro Manila only has a local delivery fee, collected on delivery.
How long does it take to send to Cebu?
Cebu is in the Visayas – Mindanao area, about 6–9 working days.