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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
$50
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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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
Below de minimis threshold, no duty!: $50 USD
| 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 | 85 | 5-20% |
| Clothing | 61-62 | 20% |
| Footwear | 64 | 20% |
| Food & Beverages | 01-24 | 0-20% |
| Machinery | 84 | 5-10% |
| Cosmetics | 33 | 20% |
| Books | 49 | 0% |
| Toys & Games | 95 | 10-20% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Direction Generale des Douanes manages customs. ASYCUDA system for declarations. Nouakchott port (Port de l'Amitie) and Nouadhibou are the main entry points. Arabic and French documentation accepted. Customs broker required for commercial imports. Not an ECOWAS CET member, applies own tariff schedule.
Desert nation with limited infrastructure. Nouakchott port capacity improving but still limited. Alcohol and pork strictly prohibited. Arabic/French documentation needed. Iron ore mining (SNIM in Nouadhibou) drives significant import volumes. Limited express courier services. Road infrastructure poor outside main cities.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Chambre de Commerce, d'Industrie et d'Agriculture de Mauritanie issues certificates. GAFTA certificate for Arab Free Trade Area. AU/AfCFTA certificates for continental trade. Import licenses: Import license from Ministry of Commerce. Alcohol strictly prohibited (Islamic law). Pork products banned. Arms prohibited. Pharmaceuticals need health ministry authorization. Fishing and mining sectors have special import provisions.
Limited direct trade data between DK and MR. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into MR: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from DK: Pharmaceuticals, machinery, food products (pork, dairy, fish), wind turbines, furniture, hearing aids, enzymes. Customs clearance can be slow. Keep all documentation ready. Duty rates vary widely.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from DK to MR 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. |
DK and MR 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: 16%. Applies to: CIF value + duty.
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