Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$35.62/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$35.62/kg
Duty-free under
$700
VAT / Sales Tax: 10%
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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 19 — 25, 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!: $700 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 | HS 85 | 0-5% |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 5% |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 0-10% |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-5% |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-5% |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 0-5% |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 0-5% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Australian Border Force (ABF) uses the Integrated Cargo System (ICS). Goods under A$1000 are generally duty-free but GST applies. Full import declarations required above A$1000. Strict biosecurity checks by DAFF for food, plant, and animal products.
Australian customs is efficient but strict on biosecurity. A$1000 duty-free threshold is generous. GST of 10% applies to all imported goods regardless of value (vendor-collected for low-value goods). Biosecurity inspections can add days for food/plant items.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: ACCI (Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry) issues certificates. Preferential certificates under AUSFTA, RCEP, CPTPP, AANZFTA. Self-certification accepted under newer agreements. Import licenses: Import permits required for biosecurity-sensitive goods (food, plants, animals, biological materials). Therapeutic goods require TGA approval. Firearms, weapons, and certain chemicals need specific permits.
Limited direct trade data between GA and AU. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into AU: Vehicles, petroleum, electronics, machinery, pharmaceuticals, clothing, furniture, telecommunications equipment. Key exports from GA: Various goods. Australia charges 10% GST on ALL imported goods (no de minimis for GST since 2018). Customs duty applies on goods over AUD 1,000. Australia has extremely strict biosecurity laws - all food, plant, and animal products must be declared. Australia Post handles most last-mile deliveries.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from GA to AU 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.