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With the right international shipping partner, it's easier than ever to ship packages from the USA to Liberia. If you are shipping gifts to your family, eCommerce orders, important paperwork, or business supplies, you'll want a reliable courier to help make sure your shipment arrives safely and on time. With us, you can compare international courier services, shipping rates and estimated delivery time. You can use our shipping calculator to determine the most affordable shipping method, depending on your package size, weight, and speed.

Whether you are shipping small parcels or large business shipments, we make international shipping easier and shipment tracking more convenient. Liberia continues to grow as a destination for cross-border trade and online shopping. If you are shipping to Monrovia or any other part of the country, we can assist you in getting your services with competitive international shipping prices using trusted couriers.

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Table of Contents
  1. What Is the Cheapest Way to Ship Items from the USA to Liberia?
  2. Shipping to Liberia with UPS
  3. Shipping to Liberia with USPS
  4. Shipping to Liberia with FedEx
  5. How Much Does It Cost to Ship to Liberia?
  6. How Long Does It Take to Ship from the USA to Liberia?
  7. Liberia Customs and Import Regulations
  8. What Items Cannot Be Shipped to Liberia?

What Is the Cheapest Way to Ship Items from the USA to Liberia?

The cost of shipping to Liberia depends on the weight and size of your package, the delivery time and the courier service you select for your shipment. Economy shipping will most likely be the cheapest, while any express deliveries will be the most expensive.

Use our shipping calculator to instantly compare shipping options, delivery times and shipping couriers to get the best shipping price for your shipment. Compact packaging can also be used to reduce dimensional weight, thus lowering shipping costs.

Shipping to Liberia with UPS

For customers who require reliable delivery and tracking for overseas shipping, UPS is a great choice. This is often best for business deliveries, important items, bigger parcels, and urgent deliveries.

UPS has a number of international shipping services to choose from, varying from their more expensive express options to their cheaper alternatives. UPS is a popular choice for businesses shipping commercial goods to Liberia, due to their reliable delivery system and customs knowledge.

Shipping to Liberia with USPS

USPS is one of the cheapest options available for shipping lightweight packages, letters, and personal belongings from the USA to Liberia. It is particularly suitable for the customer who does not need the fastest delivery but still would like to keep shipping costs low.

Priority Mail International is a suitable choice for affordable and timely international mail, while Priority Mail Express International is perfect for urgent international mail packages. Many people choose to ship gifts, personal items and smaller eCommerce orders to Liberia through USPS.

Shipping to Liberia with FedEx

FedEx offers reliable, quick and secure international shipping to Liberia to individuals and businesses. It is ideal for urgent shipments, business documents, electronics, medical supplies, and high-value items that require reliable delivery and accurate shipment tracking. Customers can select from either express or economy services.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship to Liberia?

The shipping rates from the USA to Liberia are dependent on the package's weight, dimensions, destination, speed and the shipping company. International carriers charge based on either the actual weight or dimensional weight, whichever is higher. Factors which can impact shipping expenses are:

  • Package Weight: The heavier the package, the more expensive it will be to ship.
  • Package Size: Dimensional weight may apply to larger packages.
  • Shipping Time: Express service is faster and more expensive than Economy service.
  • Courier Service: There are different rates for UPS, USPS, and FedEx.
  • Delivery Location: If the item is to be delivered to a remote location, additional charges may apply.
  • Optional Services: Insurance and special handling can add to the total cost.

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How Long Does It Take to Ship from the USA to Liberia?

Delivery times are based on the courier, shipping service, customs clearance and destination in Liberia. Express shipping takes 2 to 5 days, Standard shipping takes 5 to 10 days while Economy shipping takes 7 to 15 days. Final delivery time may be subject to change for customs, holiday and remote delivery locations. On our platform, you can compare the rates of courier delivery services and select the one that suits your time and budget.

Liberia Customs and Import Regulations

There are customs import regulations that must be followed on all shipments that enter Liberia. Precise shipment details and proper documentation make the customs clearance process faster. Important shipping documents such as customs forms, commercial invoices and shipping labels are automatically created with your booking with us. Be sure to ship with the following documents to keep delays to a minimum:

  • Fill in all sender and recipient information.
  • Accurate item descriptions.
  • Correct declared value.
  • Number and weight of each item.
  • All required permits and supporting documents.

In case any customs duties or other information are needed, the recipient might be contacted prior to the release of the shipment. A well-documented delivery process makes everything run more smoothly.

What Items Cannot Be Shipped to Liberia?

It is important to check the contents of the package before sending it, to make sure that it meets Liberia's import rules. Certain products are not allowed at all or may only be shipped with special permits, licenses or approval from the authorities.

Common items that can be prohibited or restricted:

  • Weapons, ammunition and explosives
  • Illegal drugs, narcotics and controlled substances
  • Alcohol and tobacco products (including products for importation)
  • Live animals and some animal products
  • Plants, seeds, soil and agricultural products
  • Foods that spoil quickly, such as fresh food and perishable goods
  • Chemicals and other hazardous substances
  • Fake products
  • Currencies and negotiable financial instruments not declared
  • Any obscene or illegal printed material
  • Radioactive substances and dangerous wastes

Some items like medical devices, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemicals, batteries and food products may need further documentation or import permits to enter Liberia. Customs regulations can vary from time to time, so please look into the latest customs requirements prior to sending to prevent possible delays or rejection of shipment.

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Key facts about Liberia

Liberia has a population of about 5.7 million (2025), and its capital is Monrovia.

In 2025, the population grew by 2.1%, and 56.1% of people lived in urban areas. The currency is the Liberian dollar (LRD), and the official language is English.

In Liberia, standard time is UTC+00:00, traffic drives on the right and the international calling code is +231.

Liberia's gross domestic product (GDP) was $5.2 billion in 2025, or $915 per person.

Liberia at a glance
CapitalMonrovia
Population (2025)5,731,206
Land area (2024)96,320 km² (37,189 sq mi)
CurrencyLiberian dollar (LRD)
Official languageEnglish
Time zone (standard)UTC+00:00
Calling code+231
Internet domain.lr
Drives on theright
GDP (2025)$5.2 billion
GDP per person (2025)$915
GDP of Liberia, 2016 to 2025
$0$2B$4B$6B2016201720182019202020212022202320242025

Liberia's GDP grew from $3.4 billion in 2016 to $5.2 billion in 2025, while the population went from 4,755,608 to 5,731,206. The largest one-year rise was in 2022, up 13.9%. Divided by population, that is about $715 per person in 2016 and $915 in 2025.

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GDP and population of Liberia by year
YearGDP (current US$)Population
2025$5.246 billion5,731,206
2024$4.779 billion5,612,817
2023$4.39 billion5,493,031
2022$4.001 billion5,373,294
2021$3.513 billion5,259,323
2020$3.176 billion5,149,463
2019$3.32 billion5,043,721
2018$3.423 billion4,944,726
2017$3.391 billion4,848,925
2016$3.398 billion4,755,608

Trade between the United States and Liberia

In 2025, the United States exported $108.7 million of goods to Liberia and imported $72.2 million, a U.S. trade surplus of $36.5 million.

U.S. exports to Liberia fell 36.5% from $171.2 million in 2024.

Among the 53 countries in Africa that Shipixy ships to, Liberia ranks 28th as a market for U.S. goods, between Zambia ($111 million) and Equatorial Guinea ($84.1 million).

U.S. goods trade with Liberia, 2016 to 2025
$0$100M$200M$300M2016201720182019202020212022202320242025

U.S. exports to Liberia ranged from $93.2 million (2020) to $260.7 million (2022); U.S. imports ranged from $45.1 million to $91.2 million. The United States had a goods trade surplus with Liberia in 10 of these 10 years. Exports in 2025 were 33.4% below the 10-year average of $163.2 million.

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U.S. goods trade with Liberia by year
YearU.S. exportsU.S. importsBalance
2025$108.7 million$72.2 million+$36.48 million
2024$171.2 million$72.49 million+$98.76 million
2023$251.3 million$57.81 million+$193.5 million
2022$260.7 million$80.59 million+$180.2 million
2021$139.6 million$72.91 million+$66.69 million
2020$93.18 million$45.12 million+$48.06 million
2019$113.9 million$65.64 million+$48.23 million
2018$196.7 million$61.55 million+$135.1 million
2017$138.3 million$91.18 million+$47.16 million
2016$158 million$64.13 million+$93.89 million
U.S. goods trade with Liberia by month, 2025
$0$10M$20M$30MJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

In 2025, monthly U.S. exports to Liberia ranged from $5.9 million in April to $20.6 million in August. U.S. imports from Liberia peaked in March at $10.2 million. The busiest quarter for exports was the third (July to September), with $42.1 million or 38.7% of the year.

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U.S. goods trade with Liberia by month, 2025
MonthU.S. exportsU.S. imports
January 2025$7.72 million$6.147 million
February 2025$5.921 million$6.345 million
March 2025$8.439 million$10.22 million
April 2025$5.861 million$2.447 million
May 2025$6.303 million$4.386 million
June 2025$8.142 million$2.577 million
July 2025$10.69 million$8.663 million
August 2025$20.59 million$5.79 million
September 2025$10.81 million$3.547 million
October 2025$9.087 million$10.1 million
November 2025$9.06 million$2.628 million
December 2025$6.059 million$9.355 million

The top three categories, passenger cars, new and used, cell phones and other household goods, n.e.c. and drilling & oilfield equipment, made up 32.8% of U.S. exports to Liberia in 2025. The fastest growing of these was wood, glass, plastic, up 36519% from 2024.

Top U.S. exports to Liberia by end-use category
Category202520242023Change 2024 to 2025
Passenger cars, new and used$17.06 million$14.81 million$9.338 million+15.2%
Cell phones and other household goods, n.e.c.$10.91 million$12.44 million$10.56 million-12.3%
Drilling & oilfield equipment$7.666 million$1.986 million$2.817 million+286.1%
Apparel, household goods - textile$6.982 million$7.78 million$8.112 million-10.3%
Other foods$6.072 million$6.191 million$4.226 million-1.9%
Plastic materials$5.599 million$2.985 million$1.756 million+87.6%
Materials handling equipment$5.559 million$5.999 million$7.064 million-7.3%
Minimum value shipments$5.245 million$8.688 million$9.915 million-39.6%
Other parts and accessories of vehicles$3.679 million$2.181 million$1.605 million+68.7%
Meat, poultry, etc.$2.952 million$1.749 million$4.097 million+68.8%
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Category202520242023Change 2024 to 2025
Pharmaceutical preparations$2.592 million$1.002 million$2.285 million+158.8%
Industrial machines, other$2.377 million$3.835 million$5.27 million-38%
Petroleum products, other$1.934 million$5.541 million$159,383-65.1%
Industrial engines$1.926 million$2.897 million$9.034 million-33.5%
Finished metal shapes$1.879 million$1.383 million$1.211 million+35.8%
Photo, service industry machinery$1.777 million$780,470$847,646+127.7%
Wood, glass, plastic$1.712 million$4,674$26,989+36519%
Measuring, testing, control instruments$1.544 million$759,098$1.366 million+103.4%
Marine engines, parts$1.297 millionn/an/an/a
Chemicals-other$1.207 million$1.246 million$1.193 million-3.1%

The United States bought mostly natural rubber, nonmonetary gold and food oils, oilseeds from Liberia in 2025, together 98.9% of U.S. imports from there. The largest, natural rubber, was worth $69.5 million, up 12.3% from 2024.

Top U.S. imports from Liberia by end-use category
Category202520242023Change 2024 to 2025
Natural rubber$69.49 million$61.86 million$54.82 million+12.3%
Nonmonetary gold$1.296 million$628,040n/a+106.4%
Food oils, oilseeds$616,516$768,524$955,696-19.8%
Gem diamonds$518,324$7.065 million$933,141-92.7%
Cell phones and other household goods, n.e.c.$58,656n/an/an/a
Minimum value shipments$53,287$70,383$72,380-24.3%
Engines-civilian aircraft$47,199$5,000n/a+844%
Telecommunications equipment$24,991n/a$4,402n/a
Numismatic coins$23,097$51,671n/a-55.3%
Artwork, antiques, stamps, etc.$17,245$60,093$189,401-71.3%
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Category202520242023Change 2024 to 2025
Computer accessories$10,919$5,955$32,883+83.4%
Tea, spices, etc.$6,000n/an/an/a
U.S. goods returned, and reimports$5,665$1.191 million$32,361-99.5%
Computers$4,000n/a$4,600n/a
Pleasure boats and motors$3,505n/an/an/a
Metalworking machine tools$3,419n/a$10,729n/a
Photo, service industry machinery$3,400n/an/an/a
Toiletries and cosmetics$3,040n/an/an/a
Alcoholic beverages, excluding wine$2,760n/an/an/a
Measuring, testing, control instruments$2,400$246,375$3,000-99%

Countries near Liberia

Liberia shares land or sea borders with three countries: Guinea, Côte d'Ivoire and Sierra Leone.

By population, Liberia is the 36th largest of the 53 countries in Africa on our list, between the Republic of the Congo (6.5 million) and the Central African Republic (5.5 million).

Among its neighbors, Côte d'Ivoire received the most U.S. goods in 2025 ($654.5 million) and Sierra Leone the least ($117.6 million), against $108.7 million for Liberia.