international requests

[veltins]

Hi!

I am wondering what is the estimated amount of money it costs to send 1 request to USA, or anyting close. With envelopes, irc, picture etc..

[DanaRenoMBA]

When I send international, I use US postage and include $5.00 to cover return postage. I do not use IRC's mostly because they are a hassle to get from my local post office, and sending $5.00 has worked to get things returned. It is generally not a good idea to send cash in the mail, but I make exceptions for international requests. I am sure that sometimes I "overpay" and am probably a little short every now and then. But generally it works for me. As far as sending from your country, your local postoffice should be able to weigh your envelope and tell you how much the postage costs. Please remember that your stamps will get it to whomever in the US, but it will take US postage (hence the IRC or cash) to get your item returned.