It is almost September which is often affectionately referred to as the “Ber” months in the Philippines. Depending on how you send your balikbayan box it can take up to two months for balikbayan boxes to arrive if you ship it by sea. Now is the perfect to begin packing and sending your boxes to ensure delivery in time for the holiday season. When should I send a balikbayan box for Christmas? If you’re sending a Balikbayan box to loved ones and hoping it will arrive in the Philippines before Christmas, late August through September is a great time to start planning. Sea shipments can take several weeks or longer,…