Do customs open every package to verify information? No, customs officers will not open up your package or packages without good reason. Every package is put through a scanner machine, or an x-ray machine, to verify that the items you are shipping match your customs forms.

Can shipping companies open your package?

The US Postal Inspectors are like the police force for USPS. They can open any of the mail services, though if it's one of the services in the “USPS cannot” list above, they get a search warrant to open letters/packages that they believe violate federal law.

Do customs open every parcel?

Parcel was checked by customs

Items shipped in global routes always go through customs when entering a country or a trade-zone. Customs inspection procedures can involve checking documents, scanning of packages and random checks. If needed, your parcel may be opened by the customs officers for inspection.