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Cheapest option
EMS
$28.5/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$28.5/kg
Duty-free under
$0
VAT / Sales Tax: 24%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$21.37
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$41.33
EMS
Box 5kg
$71.26
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$119.72
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$28.5
Rates are estimates based on published tariffs. Actual rates may vary depending on account type, surcharges, fuel adjustments, and package dimensions. Contact carriers directly for exact quotes.
Estimated arrival
May 20 — 26, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
| Carrier | Included | Premium | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express | Yes ($100) | 2.5% | Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000 |
| FedEx | Yes ($100) | 2.8% | Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package |
| UPS | Yes ($100) | 2.7% | Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000 |
| EMS | Yes ($50) | — | Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option |
| USPS | Yes ($5) | 3% | Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000 |
| Royal Mail | Yes ($50) | 2.5% | Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international |
| Aramex | No | 3% | Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss |
| SF Express | Yes ($30) | 2% | Basic coverage included for declared value |
| DPD | Yes ($520) | — | Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option |
| Japan Post | Yes ($200) | — | Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR |
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSEMS Express | $28.22 | $28.5 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | HS 85 | 0-3.7% (smartphones 0%, laptops 0%, TVs 14%) |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 12% (knitted garments 12%, woven jackets 12%) |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 8-17% (leather shoes 8%, textile shoes 17%) |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-26% (meat 12.8%, dairy 9-36%, fish 2-22%) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-4% (industrial machinery 0%, pumps 1.7%) |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 2.5-6.5% (perfumes 6.5%, toothpaste 2.5%) |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 0-4.7% (video game consoles 0%, board games 4.7%) |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Finnish Customs (Tulli) follows EU Union Customs Code. Tulli offers one of the best online self-service customs declaration systems in Europe via tulli.fi. Helsinki-Vantaa airport and Helsinki Vuosaari port handle main cargo flows. Posti (Finnish Post) processes postal customs. IOSS for VAT from €0 since July 2021.
Highly efficient EU customs. Tulli digital services are excellent, one of the best customs e-filing systems in Europe. Express shipments clear same day. Postal parcels 1-2 days. High VAT at 25.5% is notable. As EU external border with Russia, actively enforces sanctions with thorough checks on goods from Russian origin.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Issued by Finland Chamber of Commerce (Keskuskauppakamari). EUR.1 movement certificate for EU FTA partners. REX system for registered exporters. Import licenses: EU-standard licensing. Required for agricultural quotas, dual-use goods, weapons. As EU external border state with Russia, strict enforcement of EU sanctions on Russian goods. Ruokavirasto (Finnish Food Authority) controls food imports.
Limited direct trade data between BF and FI. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into FI: Petroleum, vehicles, machinery, electronics, chemicals, food products, clothing. Key exports from BF: Various goods. Finland applies 25.5% VAT on most imports. No customs within the EU Single Market. Strict rules on importing alcohol and tobacco. Posti handles most last-mile deliveries. Matkahuolto and DB Schenker are common for larger parcels.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from BF to FI takes 7-21 days depending on the service. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer faster delivery in 3-7 days. Accurate customs declarations are recommended to speed up the process.
| Category | Restrictions |
|---|---|
| Lithium batteries | Only installed in device. Standalone prohibited by air carriers. |
| Alcohol | Restricted or prohibited. Import license typically required. |
| Food | Phytosanitary certificate may be required. Perishables: express only. |
| Medications | Up to 3-month supply with prescription. Commercial import needs license. |
| Art & antiques | Export permit may be needed. Insurance strongly recommended. |
| Electronics | Check voltage. Some countries require CE/FCC certification. |
BF and FI are both members of the following trade agreements: WTO. These agreements may provide reduced or zero customs duties on qualifying goods. Be sure to obtain a certificate of origin to take advantage of preferential tariff rates.
VAT/GST rate: 25.5%. Applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 14% for food and animal feed. Reduced 10% for books, medicines, accommodation, passenger transport, and cultural events.
We found 1 shipping options from Burkina Faso to Finland. The cheapest option is EMS (EMS Express) starting from $28.5 for 1 kg. The fastest delivery is EMS in 3–7 days. Express carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer fast delivery with tracking, while postal services provide more affordable rates.