Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$21.37/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$21.37/kg
Duty-free under
$0
VAT / Sales Tax: 20%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$16.03
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$31
EMS
Box 5kg
$53.46
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$89.79
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$21.37
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 14 — 20, 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 | $21.16 | $21.37 | +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 shirts 12%) |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 8-17% (leather shoes 8%, sports shoes 16.9%) |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-26% (meat 12.8%, cheese 9-36%, coffee 7.5%) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-4% (industrial robots 0%, pumps 1.7%) |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 2.5-6.5% (perfumes 6.5%, skincare 2.5%) |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 0-4.7% (video game consoles 0%, dolls 4.7%) |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
e-zoll electronic customs portal for declarations and payments. AES (Automatisiertes Export System) for exports. Dual channel (red/green) at Vienna Schwechat airport. EU Union Customs Code applies. Since July 2021, €22 VAT threshold abolished, IOSS for VAT from €0, duty exemption remains at €150. Austrian Post charges ~€5 handling fee on customs-liable parcels.
Austrian customs is highly efficient. Part of EU single market, no duties on EU-origin goods. Third-country shipments processed quickly at Vienna Schwechat airport, a major entry point for cargo from Asia and the Middle East. Express couriers typically clear same day. Austrian Post parcels 1-2 days.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Issued by WKO (Wirtschaftskammer Osterreich, Austrian Federal Economic Chamber). EUR.1 movement certificate for preferential trade partners. EUR-MED for Pan-Euro-Mediterranean zone. REX system for registered exporters above €6,000 annual threshold. Import licenses: EU-standard licensing: required for agricultural quotas, dual-use items (controlled by BMAW), weapons, certain chemicals. Austrian-specific: strict veterinary controls via AGES (Agentur fur Gesundheit und Ernahrungssicherheit) for food supplements and animal products. CE marking mandatory for applicable categories.
Limited direct trade data between IT and AT. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into AT: Machinery, vehicles, petroleum, electronics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food products. Key exports from IT: Machinery, vehicles, fashion/luxury goods, pharmaceuticals, food products (wine, olive oil, pasta), furniture, jewelry. Austria applies 20% VAT on imports. No customs within the EU Single Market. Austrian Post handles most last-mile deliveries. DPD and GLS are also common carriers. Customs clearance for non-EU goods is handled efficiently through electronic declaration systems.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from IT to AT 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 |