Shipping and Handling

The IMF Bookstore ships orders worldwide. If you live outside the United States, you may be able to save money and receive your order sooner if you contact one of our international distributors.

Shipping time is determined first by availability of products and then by the shipping service you select. When selecting a shipping and handling option, remember to add 1-2 business days to the transit time for processing. Business days are Monday through Friday. We are closed on most US holidays. If you need something urgently, please contact our Customer Service Department.

Shipping and Handling Charges

United States

Regular 4-5 Business Days $5.00 for the first item,
$1.00 for each additional

Upgraded 2-3 Business Days $13.00 for the first item,
$2.00 for each additional

Canada and Mexico

Regular 4-5 Business Days $5.00 for the first item,
$1.00 for each additional

Upgraded 2-3 Business Days $20.00 for the first item,
$3.00 for each additional

Rest of World

Regular 7-15 Business Days $7.00 for the first item,
$1.00 for each additional

Upgraded 3-7 Business Days $25.00 for the first item,
$5.00 for each additional

Shipping and handling charges are applied to all priced publications and CD-ROM products to offset the actual costs incurred by the IMF. Electronic versions of publications offered in PDF format, e-newsletters, and online services do not incur shipping and handling charges.

International Duties and Taxes

Please note that our shipping and handling charges do not include international duties or taxes, which may be applicable to your shipment. Such duties or taxes may form a separate charge payable directly to the courier upon receipt of the package. We have no way to determine such charges in advance as they are imposed by national customs authorities.

Tracking Your Order

Upgraded shipment methods are traceable and you will receive tracking information in your shipment confirmation if you choose this option. Regular shipments are handled by surface postal carriers and are not assigned tracking numbers. There is no way to verify delivery or chart the progress of a mailed package once it leaves our warehouse as a regular shipment.

Returns Policy

Review our return policy for more information.

Payment Policy

The IMF Bookstore accepts payment only through major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club). Transactions are converted to US dollars upon deposit. If alternative payment options are required, please contact our Customer Service Department.