Shipping to Germany from the UK
PostUK is a UK to Germany parcel forwarder. Shop UK retailers that don't deliver to Germany — use your PostUK UK address, we receive your parcels at our depot, then send them on to Germany with full tracking and transparent pricing.
✅ No EU customs charges to Germany
Because we forward from Northern Ireland — inside the EU single market for goods — your parcel reaches Germany with no customs charge and no courier handling fee. Nothing for your recipient to pay on delivery, unlike parcels sent from mainland Britain (which face new EU charges from 1 July 2026).
See how we skip EU customs ›Customs calculator: what you'd pay from mainland Britain
Since Brexit, parcels forwarded from Great Britain face EU import VAT and a carrier handling fee on delivery. See what that adds up to — and what you pay with PostUK.
| Import VAT (23%) | £0.00 |
| Duty / low-value levy | £0.00 |
| Carrier handling fee | £0.00 |
Northern Ireland (UK) is inside the EU single market for goods, so your parcel crosses to Ireland with no customs charge and no handling fee.
You keep £0.00.
Estimate based on the destination's standard VAT rate plus a typical carrier customs-handling charge, for illustration. Actual third-party charges vary by item, courier and declared value. PostUK forwards from Northern Ireland, inside the EU single market for goods.
Sending Parcels from the UK to Germany — How It Works
Many UK retailers stopped shipping internationally after Brexit, which means customers in Germany often can't order directly from their favourite UK shops. PostUK solves this. We give you a real UK address for Germany at our depot, so UK retailers can ship to you as normal. Once your parcel arrives, we forward it on to Germany using your chosen courier.
Whether you're an expat living in Germany or a German shopper wanting access to UK brands and prices, PostUK gives you control: compare courier options, see the full cost upfront, and track delivery all the way to your door in Germany.
How to Send a Parcel to Germany from the UK
-
Sign up and get your UK delivery address
Create a PostUK account and receive your personal UK address at our depot. Use it immediately when shopping with any UK retailer. -
Shop with UK retailers and send parcels to your UK address
Enter your PostUK UK address at checkout. UK retailers ship to you as normal — no special arrangements needed. -
We receive your parcel at our depot
When your parcel arrives, it shows up in your account dashboard. You'll be notified and can review the details. -
Choose a courier service and pay online
Select from available courier options for shipping to Germany. See the full price before you commit — no hidden extras. -
Track delivery to Germany
Once dispatched, track your parcel from our UK depot to your address in Germany. Estimated delivery times are shown before payment.
Cost to Send a Parcel to Germany
The cost of sending a parcel to Germany from the UK depends on parcel weight, dimensions, the destination address within Germany, and which courier service you select. Heavier or bulkier parcels cost more to forward, but you always see the full breakdown before paying.
PostUK shows you the available courier options along with their prices when your parcel arrives — so you can compare and choose the one that suits your budget and delivery needs. A handling fee applies per shipment; PostUK subscribers benefit from reduced handling rates.
Evri (Hermes) International (Germany)
| Weight band | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 0.5 kg | £9.61 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 0.5 – 1 kg | £11.17 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 1 – 2 kg | £12.99 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 2 – 5 kg | £16.24–£19.36 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 5 – 10 kg | £21.05–£27.42 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 10 – 20 kg | £35.35 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
Parcelforce Euro Economy (Germany)
| Weight band | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 0.5 kg | £12.39 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 0.5 – 1 kg | £12.39 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 1 – 2 kg | £13.04 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 2 – 5 kg | £15.22–£22.10 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 5 – 10 kg | £23.37–£28.55 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 10 – 20 kg | £29.25–£35.69 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
Save on Handling with a Subscription
Subscribers benefit from reduced handling rates. UPS and FedEx options are also available for express delivery. Your full total is always shown before you pay.
Prices are courier charges only. A handling fee applies and varies by account type. Volumetric weight may apply to bulky parcels. Volumetric weight explained.
Why Use a UK Parcel Forwarding Service for Germany?
- Access UK-only retailers: many popular UK shops — fashion, electronics, homeware — do not ship to Germany. A UK forwarding address gives you full access.
- Better control over shipping options: instead of being locked into a retailer's international shipping terms, you choose your own courier and service level when forwarding to Germany.
- Parcel consolidation: ordered from several UK retailers? PostUK can combine multiple parcels into a single shipment to Germany, reducing your overall postage costs.
- Tracked delivery: every shipment includes tracking so you can follow your parcel from the UK to Germany.
- Transparent pricing: see the full shipping cost before you pay. No surprises, no hidden fees from PostUK.
Customs When Sending a Parcel to Germany
This is where forwarding from Northern Ireland makes the difference. Because PostUK forwards from Northern Ireland — inside the EU single market for goods, your parcel reaches Germany without the EU customs charge and import VAT (MwSt) that hit parcels sent directly from mainland Britain. In practice, that usually means nothing to pay on delivery.
- No EU customs charge or import MwSt on delivery: forwarded from inside the EU single market for goods, parcels reach Germany without the border customs charge or import VAT applied to parcels sent from Great Britain.
- Any tax that does apply: in exceptional cases, any local tax or duty remains the recipient's responsibility. It is separate from PostUK's shipping fees and is not collected by us.
- Accurate declarations: PostUK completes export documentation based on the parcel contents. Providing accurate item descriptions helps avoid delays at customs.
For more detail, see our customs and duties guide.
FAQs About Sending a Parcel to Germany
How much does it cost to send a parcel to Germany?
The cost depends on parcel weight, dimensions, and which courier you choose. PostUK shows you available options and the full price before you commit. Use the Quick Quote tool for an upfront estimate.
How long does it take to send a parcel to Germany?
Standard services to Germany typically take 3–7 working days from dispatch. Estimated transit times are shown before payment so you can choose accordingly.
Will I have to pay German customs duties or MwSt on delivery?
Typically no. Because we forward from Northern Ireland — inside the EU single market for goods — your parcel arrives in Germany without the EU customs charge or import VAT (MwSt) that hits parcels sent from mainland Britain, so there's usually nothing to pay on delivery. Any local tax that does apply in exceptional cases remains the recipient's responsibility, separate from PostUK's shipping fees.
Can I track my parcel to Germany?
Yes. Tracking is included with every shipment. Once your parcel has been dispatched, you can follow it from our UK depot to your address in Germany.
Can I buy from UK shops that do not ship to Germany?
Yes — that's exactly what PostUK is for. You get a real UK delivery address, so UK retailers ship to you as normal. PostUK then forwards the parcel on to Germany. It works for any UK shop, including those that stopped international shipping after Brexit.
Can I combine multiple parcels into one shipment?
Yes. PostUK offers parcel consolidation. If you have ordered from several UK retailers, we can combine the parcels into a single shipment to Germany — which is often more cost-effective than forwarding each parcel separately.
What is the cheapest way to send a parcel from the UK to Germany?
For lighter parcels, Evri International is usually the most economical option — from £9.61 for parcels up to 0.5 kg. Parcelforce Euro Economy offers faster tracked delivery from £12.39. PostUK shows you all available options with their prices before you pay, so you can pick the one that suits your budget and timeline.
How do I post a parcel to Germany from the UK?
The simplest way is through a parcel forwarding service like PostUK. You get a UK delivery address — shop at any UK retailer as normal, and PostUK receives the parcel at our UK depot. You then choose a courier to forward it to Germany. The whole process is managed through your online dashboard with tracking included.
Ready to Send a Parcel to Germany?
Get your UK delivery address and start sending parcels from the UK to Germany with PostUK.
Popular UK Retailers That Don't Ship to Germany
Many of the UK's most popular shops only deliver within the UK. PostUK lets you buy from all of them using your UK delivery address, then forwards your parcels to Germany.