Obtaining licenses is sometimes a lengthy business. Chilean importation procedures also require full documentation, which we must present to the appropriate Ministry at least ten days before your arrival. With the import approvals in hand, we can meet your shipment at the airport, expedite it through Customs under the legal provisions applicable to AURA, and get it speedily on its way to La Serena. If the shipping documentation is late, incomplete, or inaccurate, or there are security mishaps or partial receipts, this procedure can take several days to complete. Appropriate packaging is necessary to protect your valuable assets from the rigors of international freight, and to insure they will arrive intact and together.
Mechanical shock is the most likely source of damage for most items.
Pack securely with isolation, immobilization, or cushioning as appropriate. Double boxing is a sound precaution. For the outer carton, use new, plain, heavy duty cartons clearly labeled with the destination address. Customs officials are alert for dutiable items, so reusing the carton your workstation came in as an exterior shipping container might cause delay and the opening and handling of your equipment. The recipient should be identified as AURA, Inc. with the name of the principal investigator added in parentheses.