Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$35.62/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$35.62/kg
Duty-free under
$50
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$26.72
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$51.67
EMS
Box 5kg
$89.08
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$149.64
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$35.62
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 18 — 22, 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 | $35.26 | $35.62 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 85 | 0-20% |
| Clothing | 61-62 | 15-30% |
| Footwear | 64 | 15-30% |
| Food & Beverages | 01-24 | 0-30% |
| Machinery | 84 | 0-5% |
| Cosmetics | 33 | 15-20% |
| Books | 49 | 0% |
| Toys & Games | 95 | 15-20% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Tonga Customs and Trade Division under Ministry of Revenue. ASYCUDA system. CT (Consumption Tax) at 15% on imports. Import duties 0-30%. Paanga (TOP) currency. Queen Salote Wharf in Nuku'alofa is the main port. PACER Plus trade agreement.
Small Polynesian kingdom (~100,000 people). Nuku'alofa port handles most imports. CT at 15% plus duties up to 30%. Imports mainly from NZ, Australia, and Fiji. DHL has limited service. Postal mail 3-5 weeks. Cargo ships from NZ every 2-3 weeks. Outer islands (Ha'apai, Vava'u), add 1-2 weeks via inter-island vessels. Cyclone season (Nov-Apr) disrupts shipping. Recovering from 2022 Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcanic eruption and tsunami, port infrastructure rebuilt with international aid. Strict biosecurity. Remittances from diaspora (NZ, Australia, US) drive personal imports.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: PACER Plus for Pacific trade. PICTA for regional preferences. General certificates from Tonga Chamber of Commerce. Import licenses: Required for firearms, alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products. Ministry of Agriculture quarantine. Strict biosecurity for island ecology.
Limited direct trade data between SZ and TO. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into TO: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from SZ: Various goods. Strict biosecurity. Limited shipping options. Sea freight often the only option for parcels.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from SZ to TO 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. |
SZ and TO 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: 15% (CT). Applies to: CIF value + duty. Consumption Tax (CT) at 15% on most imports.
We found 1 shipping options from Eswatini to Tonga. The cheapest option is EMS (EMS Express) starting from $35.62 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.
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