- Ship to Germany from the UK with DPD.
- Express and economy options available.
- Free tracking on all parcels.
- Drop off your parcel to over 10,000 shops around the UK.
Postage to Germany
Sending a parcel to Germany is simple with DPD Online. Our international delivery services offer fast, reliable shipping solutions to ensure your package reaches its Germany efficiently without breaking the bank. With DPD's extensive network and experience in international shipping, you can trust us to deliver your parcels to Germany with care and precision.
Send a parcel to Germany with DPD Online today from just £8.47 exc VAT and have your parcels to Germany delivered in just 2 working days!
Parcel Services to Germany
Discover a range of parcel services tailored to your needs when shipping to Germany. Whether you're sending documents, gifts, or large items, we have the right parcel services to suit your needs.
When you book your delivery with DPD, you get free tracking on all parcels to Germany - giving extra peace of mind on your postage.
Before You Ship to Germany
Before sending your parcel to Germany, there are a couple things you need to know. Once your package is secure and ready to be sent, make sure to check if your parcel is eligible to be sent to Germany and all custom documentation is attached.
You might also want to check public holidays and non-working days in Germany to avoid any delays on your delivery.
Customs Information for Shipping UK to Germany
When you send a parcel to Germany from the UK, it will be subject to EU VAT unless it is a gift up to the value of £39/€45 (Note: the gift value will also include shipping cost).
If your parcel’s value is over £39 or you’re sending directly from an online marketplace, you’ll be charged an EU VAT rate of 19%. You can get a reduced VAT rate on shipping to Germany depending on the items you send. The reduced rate is 7% and applies to some foodstuffs; books, cultural services, hotel accommodation, medical and dental care.
See more on Germany shipping customs in our customs advice page, or contact our support team.
How much to send a parcel to Germany?
With DPD Online, you can book a parcel delivery to Germany from as little as £8.47 exc VAT.
Plus, you can also choose from our express deliveries to ensure your items get from A to B that extra bit faster. Get a quote to see our full range of parcel services to Germany.
How long does shipping from the UK to Germany take?
Generally, your parcel will be delivered to Germany in just 3-4 working days. However, you can have your parcel arrive within just 2 business days if you book an Express service.
What is Germany’s address format?
It’s worth noting that Germany may be strict with their address formatting. So be sure you include the house number after the street name and add the 5 digit post code before the town name. For more information and examples, use this addressing guide.
Restricted Items
The following items are prohibited for delivery to Germany, and will therefore be rejected when they reach the border:
- Lithium batteries
- Live trees and plants, including cut flowers and ornamental foliage
- Opium
- Liquids with an alcohol volume of 82% and above
- Toy weapons
- Videogames
For more information, please see our prohibited items page.
Where can I find more information?
If you need any more information, you’ll find plenty of helpful stuff at our online Help Centre There you can browse our FAQ guides — covering everything from packaging tips to international shipping advice — or talk to one of our friendly advisors via the chat window.
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