UK Parcel Forwarding to New Zealand

UK Parcel Forwarding to New Zealand

Many UK retailers don't ship to New Zealand — or charge rates that make ordering impractical. PostUK gives you a real UK address for New Zealand at our UK depot, so you can shop from any UK retailer as a UK customer and forward your parcels to New Zealand.

UK expats in New Zealand, Kiwi shoppers after UK fashion brands, and anyone locked out of UK retailers that won't ship internationally — PostUK gives you a direct route to the full UK market.

Shipping Prices from the UK to New Zealand

Forwarding costs depend on parcel weight, dimensions, and which courier you choose. The table below shows indicative prices based on actual PostUK rates — your exact price is shown before you pay.

Prices exclude PostUK handling fee. A handling fee applies per shipment — PostUK subscribers benefit from reduced rates. Heavier parcels cost more. Use Quick Quote for an exact price.

Consolidation — especially worth it for New Zealand

The UK to New Zealand is a long-haul route, so forwarding costs are primarily driven by weight and volume. If you're ordering from multiple UK retailers, PostUK's parcel consolidation service lets you combine everything into one shipment — often saving significantly compared to forwarding each parcel separately.

Order from Next, ASOS, and Amazon in the same week? Hold them at our depot and ship together for one forwarding cost.

New Zealand Customs, GST, and Biosecurity

GST and customs duty

New Zealand charges 15% GST on imported goods with a declared value over NZD 1,000. Parcels below this threshold are generally imported duty-free and GST-free — which covers most standard UK retail purchases. Any applicable charges are the responsibility of the recipient and are not included in PostUK shipping costs.

Biosecurity rules

New Zealand has some of the world's strictest biosecurity controls. The following items may be seized, returned, or require special permits on arrival:

• Fresh or dried food, fruit, and vegetables
• Plants, seeds, and plant material
• Untreated wood or wooden products
• Soil or items containing soil
• Animal products (leather, wool, feathers) without declaration

Check the MPI biosecurity rules before ordering anything that could be affected. Most standard clothing, electronics, and homeware items are fine.

Plug adaptors

New Zealand uses Type I plugs at 230V/50Hz — the same voltage as the UK. Most modern UK electronics are fully compatible, but you will need a UK-to-NZ plug adaptor as the socket shape differs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to send a parcel from the UK to New Zealand?

Evri International starts from £20.92 for parcels up to 0.5kg. Parcelforce Global Priority starts from £48.84. FedEx Priority from £60.01 for faster delivery. A PostUK handling fee applies — use Quick Quote for your exact price.

How long does shipping from the UK to New Zealand take?

Evri International typically takes 7–10 working days. Parcelforce Global Priority takes 4–6 days. FedEx Priority can reach New Zealand in 1–3 days. Estimated transit times are shown before you pay.

Will I pay GST or customs duty?

New Zealand charges 15% GST on imports over NZD 1,000. Below that threshold, most parcels clear customs duty-free and GST-free. Any charges are your responsibility and are separate from PostUK's fees.

Are there goods I can't send to New Zealand?

NZ biosecurity rules restrict fresh food, plants, seeds, soil, and untreated wood products. Standard clothing, footwear, electronics, and homeware are not affected. Check MPI guidelines if in doubt.

Will UK electronics work in New Zealand?

NZ uses 230V/50Hz — same voltage as the UK — so most UK electronics are compatible. You'll need a UK-to-Type I plug adaptor. Check each product's specs before ordering.

Is parcel consolidation worth it for New Zealand?

Yes. On long-haul routes like UK to NZ, combining multiple UK orders into one shipment can save substantially. Use Quick Quote to compare consolidated vs. individual forwarding costs.