- Ship to the USA from the UK with DPD.
- Express and economy options available.
- Free tracking on all parcels.
- Drop off to over 10,000 shops around the UK.
Send a Parcel to USA
Shipping to the USA could seem daunting for some UK senders, but with DPD Online - it’s simple. We’re equipped to make sending parcels to America easier and cheaper. Starting from £9.99 exc VAT, we deliver your parcels to the USA in just 3-6 working days as standard.
But if you need something quicker, our express services get your parcel to the states within 2-4 working days. No matter your shipping needs, you can rely on DPD to make your postage to the USA affordable and fast.
Postage Costs to USA from UK
Postage costs to the USA may vary depending on the weight and size of your parcel, but will always be affordable with DPD Online. The best way to find the price of your parcel to the USA is to get a quote - making sure to enter the size and weight of your parcel accurately.
Before You Send a Parcel to USA
Before shipping to the USA, you need to make sure that your parcel is eligible to be sent to America. You can do so by looking at the USA Customs website or checking our prohibited items list.
We also advise you check public holidays and non-working days in America to avoid unexpected delays on your delivery.
US Customs Information
When you ship to the USA, your parcel will have to go through American customs regulations. Luckily, we’re here to help you.
When you book your delivery to America, we will send all customs documentation to you. The important documentation to remember is the commercial invoice which should include specific contact details of sender and recipient and an accurate description of the parcel’s contents.
Some items may take longer to get through customs depending on their contents, and parcels that contain items such as food will need extra documentation which we will also send to you. You may also need to provide a commodity (HS/Tariff) code, which you can find in the booking process.
If you need more information on American customs, please see our customs advice or contact one of our Customer Service team.
US Postage Tracking
Once your parcel is with us, you can track it as it makes its way to the States. With our free tracking tool, you can get updates on the progress of your parcel as well as getting an estimated delivery date for your parcel to the USA.
How much to send a parcel to the USA?
You can send a parcel to the USA from £9.99 exc VAT when you book with DPD Online. Simply get a quote and select the best service for you.
What is the correct USA address format?
When formatting addresses in the USA, it’s not too different from how you’d write a UK address. But you need to include a ZIP code next to the city name instead of a postcode below. For more information on how to address a parcel to America, see this handy addressing guide.
What can't I send to America?
The following items are prohibited for parcel delivery to USA, and will therefore be rejected when they reach the border:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Cosmetics
- Fresh food products - the FDA are continually tightening up security on food imports. If you want to send food to the US, you’ll need to get a prior notification registration number proving that you’ve informed customs in advance.
- Gold and precious metals
- Medication
For more information, contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office and don't forget you can always check our prohibited items list.
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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