We're here to help with your International Shipping needs!

International shipping is complicated and requires several steps before your shipment can be handed over to a carrier.  Use the resources on this page to assist in your international shipping.

Transtream - Customs Forms - Commercial Invoice


When using Transtream, all customs documentation (Commercial Invoice) are input, generated, electronically signed, and electronically sent to the carrier (or printed) when your package is processed at the Shipping Desk for UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL.

Export Control

Wooden dice on a desk with keyboard and pen. Individual dice say Export Control and have a blue information letter I, a gear symbol, a silhouette with exclamation point and a thumbs up icon.

You must obtain an Export Control Shipment ID # and Approval before shipping.

Due to the U.S. federal restrictions on exports and shipping to certain destinations, before shipping internationally we must take a few precautions.  For your protection and that of the University, please complete the International Shipping Checklist before routing your shipment to the Shipping Department. 

For questions about this form, please contact the University’s Export Control Administrator at VPR_Export_Control@colostate.edu or visit their website.

Customs Forms

These forms are here as a backup and for Freight shipments. Transtream will generate these forms automatically and are sent electronically to the carriers.

International Invoice UNDER $2500

Use this form when the value of no single item is $2500 or greater.  Transtream shipments automatically generate this form for you!

International Invoice OVER $2500

Use this form when the value of any individual item is over $2500.

UPS Canada Customs Invoice

For shipments to Canada  Transtream shipments automatically generate this form for you!

Resources

Schedule B Commodities Description Numbers

International forms may require a Commodities Description Number (CDN).  Use this link to obtain this number.

UPS TradeAbility Tool

Use this tool to estimate landed cost, find harmonized codes, detect export licenses, screen for denied parties, and check import compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

Yes!  All shipments, even those with just documents, require Export Control approval.  Use the International Shipping Checklist to get that process started.

No.  The Shipping Desk and Mail Services will not accept any shipments that have not already been approved through the Export Control process.  Use the International Shipping Checklist to start this process. 

Location & Hours

200 W. Lake Street
Fort Collins, CO  80523-6011

(970) 491-5347
shipping@colostate.edu

Open Weekdays
7:30am to 4:00pm
Excluding University Holidays