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: 27%
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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%, dairy 9-36%, sugar 33.9 EUR/100kg) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-4% (industrial machinery 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.
Hungarian National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV, Nemzeti Ado- es Vamhivatal) follows EU Union Customs Code. Electronic declarations via NAV customs portal. Budapest Liszt Ferenc airport is a major Central European cargo hub. Magyar Posta handles postal customs. IOSS for VAT from €0 since July 2021.
Efficient EU customs system but highest VAT in the EU at 27%. NAV (tax authority) handles customs. Express clearance fast, same day at Budapest airport. Magyar Posta parcels 1-3 days. Some shippers report delays at Budapest postal customs for large volumes. The 27% VAT significantly increases total import costs, budget accordingly.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Issued by Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MKIK, Magyar Kereskedelmi es Iparkamara). 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. Hungary imposes additional public health product tax (NETA) on sugary drinks, energy drinks, salty snacks, and pre-packaged sweets. NEBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office) for food imports.
Limited direct trade data between PT and HU. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into HU: Machinery, vehicles, petroleum, electronics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, plastics. Key exports from PT: Vehicles, machinery, footwear, cork products, textiles, wine, olive oil, petroleum products. Hungary applies 27% VAT, the highest in the EU. No customs for intra-EU trade. Magyar Posta handles most last-mile deliveries. GLS and DPD are popular private carriers. Budapest is a major logistics hub for Central Europe.
Based on shipper reports, delivery from PT to HU 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. |
PT and HU are both members of the following trade agreements: EU Single Market, EU-Canada CETA, EU-Japan EPA, EU-South Korea FTA, EU-Vietnam FTA, EU-UK TCA, WTO.