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Cendiago connects you with travelers already flying from New York, United States to Manila, Philippineswho have spare luggage space. Instead of paying courier prices, your item travels by hand with a traveler you choose, often faster and for less. Browse available travelers above, or leave a request and we'll alert you the moment someone lists this route.
Find a traveler flying New York to Manila, describe your item and its weight, and send a request. The traveler reviews and accepts, you meet to hand it over, and they inspect and pack it into their own luggage. Your payment is held by Stripe and released to the traveler only after you confirm the item arrived.
The Philippines prohibits sending narcotics and dangerous drugs, obscene or immoral material, gambling equipment, and counterfeit or misbranded goods. Firearms, ammunition and explosives are restricted and may only be imported when authorized, while food, drugs and similar regulated items may need clearance from the relevant agency.
This is general information, not legal or customs advice.
How much does it cost to send a parcel from New York to Manila?
Travelers on the New York to Manila route set their own price per kilogram, typically around $20/kg. As a guide, a 5 kg parcel would cost roughly $100. You only pay once a traveler accepts your request, and the payment is held by Stripe until you confirm the item was delivered.
How long does delivery from New York to Manila take?
Your item travels in a traveler's luggage on a flight they are already taking, so it can arrive in days rather than the weeks a standard courier may take. The exact timing depends on the drop-off date you arrange with the traveler, which is shown on every trip.
What items can't I send to Philippines?
Anything that breaks Philippines's import rules, plus Cendiago's own prohibited list (such as cash, weapons, hazardous goods and perishables), can't be sent. Every request is checked against customs rules and screened before a traveler sees it, so restricted items are filtered out in advance. This is general information, not legal or customs advice — check Philippines's current regulations for your specific item. People commonly send clothing, documents, gifts and electronics.
How are travelers verified?
Every sender completes identity verification before they can request a traveler, and travelers can confirm their identity to earn a verified badge shown on their profile. Travelers also open, inspect and pack each item themselves, and your payment is held by Stripe until you confirm the item arrived.
Is it safe to send items from New York to Manila with Cendiago?
Yes. Senders are identity-verified, every item is checked against customs rules and screened by AI before a traveler sees it, and your payment is protected — held by Stripe until you confirm delivery. You choose which traveler carries your item based on their verification and reviews.
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