UK Parcel Forwarding to Italy
Shop UK retailers that don't deliver to Italy — use your PostUK UK address, we receive your parcels at our depot, then forward them to Italy with full tracking and transparent pricing.
Sending Parcels from the UK to Italy — How It Works
Many UK retailers stopped shipping internationally after Brexit, which means customers in Italy often can't order directly from their favourite UK shops. PostUK solves this. We give you a real UK address for Italy at our depot, so UK retailers can ship to you as normal. Once your parcel arrives, we forward it on to Italy using your chosen courier.
Whether you're an expat living in Italy or an Italian 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 Italy.
How to Send a Parcel to Italy from the UK
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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 Italy. See the full price before you commit — no hidden extras. -
Track delivery to Italy
Once dispatched, track your parcel from our UK depot to your address in Italy. Estimated delivery times are shown before payment.
Cost to Send a Parcel to Italy
The cost of sending a parcel to Italy from the UK depends on a few factors: parcel weight, dimensions, the destination address within Italy, 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 (Italy)
| Weight band | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 0.5 kg | £11.04 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 0.5 – 1 kg | £12.60 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 1 – 2 kg | £18.06 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 2 – 5 kg | £30.80–£36.78 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 5 – 10 kg | £39.90–£51.86 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
| 10 – 20 kg | £66.81 | Economy. Delivery 7–10 days. |
Parcelforce Euro Economy (Italy)
| Weight band | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 0.5 kg | £16.72 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 0.5 – 1 kg | £16.72 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 1 – 2 kg | £17.59 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 2 – 5 kg | £19.59–£25.82 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 5 – 10 kg | £27.55–£34.40 | Tracked. Delivery 3–5 days. |
| 10 – 20 kg | £35.17–£42.06 | 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 Italy?
- Access UK-only retailers: many popular UK shops — including fashion, electronics, and homeware brands — do not ship to Italy. 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 Italy.
- Parcel consolidation: ordered from several UK retailers? PostUK can combine multiple parcels into a single shipment to Italy, reducing your overall postage to Italy.
- Tracked delivery: every shipment includes tracking so you can follow your parcel from the UK to Italy.
- Transparent pricing: see the full shipping cost before you pay. No surprises, no hidden fees from PostUK.
Customs When Sending a Parcel to Italy
Italy is part of the EU, which means parcels arriving from the UK after Brexit are treated as imports from outside the EU. This has customs implications worth understanding before you shop.
- Customs duty: parcels with a declared value under €150 are generally exempt from EU customs duty. Above this threshold, duty may apply depending on the goods category.
- Italian VAT: even for parcels under €150, Italian VAT (currently 22% standard rate) may still be charged by customs on import. This is separate from any VAT paid at the point of purchase in the UK.
- Who pays: any applicable customs charges or import VAT are the responsibility of the recipient. These are separate from PostUK's shipping fees and are 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 Forwarding Parcels to Italy
How much does it cost to send a parcel to Italy?
The cost depends on parcel weight, dimensions, and which courier you choose. PostUK shows you available courier options and the full price when your parcel arrives at our depot — before you commit to anything. Use the Quick Quote tool for an estimate upfront.
How long does it take to send a parcel to Italy?
Delivery times depend on the courier service selected. Standard services to Italy typically take 4–8 working days from dispatch. Estimated transit times are shown before payment so you can choose accordingly.
Will I have to pay Italian customs duties or VAT?
Possibly. Italy is in the EU, so UK imports may be subject to Italian VAT (22% standard rate) and, for orders over €150, customs duty. These charges are assessed by Italian customs and are the responsibility of the recipient — they are not included in PostUK's shipping fees.
Can I track my parcel to Italy?
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 Italy.
Can I buy from UK shops that do not ship to Italy?
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 Italy. 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 Italy — which is often more cost-effective than forwarding each parcel separately.
Ready to Forward Parcels to Italy?
Create an account, get your UK delivery address, and start forwarding parcels from the UK to Italy with PostUK.
Popular UK Retailers That Don't Ship to Italy
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 Italy.