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Shipping from United Kingdom to Ukraine

Quick Answer

Cheapest option

Royal Mail

$18.24/kg

7-21 days

Fastest option

EMS

3-7 days

$21.37/kg

Duty-free under

$150

VAT / Sales Tax: 20%

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Data as of April 2026

Shipping Cost Examples

Phone / documents (0.5 kg)

$13.7

Royal Mail

7-21 d

Clothing 2kg

$26.46

Royal Mail

Box 5kg

$45.62

Royal Mail

Heavy 10kg

$76.65

Royal Mail

from $18.24/kgfrom 3 days3 carriersde minimis $150

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Royal Mail✓ VerifiedCheapest3.5 ★Postal

International Tracked

★ 1.5(22.1K)

Delivery Time

5–7 days

Tracking

Yes

Estimated Price

$18.24

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Tracking: Yes
Royal Mail✓ Verified3.5 ★Postal

International Standard

★ 1.5(22.1K)

Delivery Time

7–21 days

Tracking

No

Estimated Price

$18.24

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Tracking: No
EMS✓ VerifiedFastest3.5 ★Postal

EMS Express

★ 2.5(340)

Delivery Time

3–7 days

Tracking

Yes

Estimated Price

$21.37

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Tracking: Yes

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.

Delivery Date Estimate

May 11, 2026

Estimated arrival

May 14, 2026 — June 9, 2026

Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)

Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data

Duty calculator →Delivery estimator →Ukraine customs →

Import Duty Calculator

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Below de minimis threshold, no duty!: $150 USD

Shipping Insurance Comparison

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Item value
CarrierIncludedPremiumNote
DHL ExpressYes ($100)2.5%Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000
FedExYes ($100)2.8%Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package
UPSYes ($100)2.7%Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000
EMSYes ($50)—Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option
USPSYes ($5)3%Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000
Royal MailYes ($50)2.5%Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international
AramexNo3%Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss
SF ExpressYes ($30)2%Basic coverage included for declared value
DPDYes ($520)—Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option
Japan PostYes ($200)—Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR

Track Your Shipment

After shipping, use your tracking number on the carrier's website:

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Price Changes (30 days)

CarrierPreviousCurrentChange
Royal MailInternational Tracked$19.7$18.24-7.4%
Royal MailInternational Standard$19.7$18.24-7.4%
EMSEMS Express$21.16$21.37+1%

Compared to rates from 30 days ago

Import Duty Rates: Ukraine

Indicative rates for common product categories

CategoryHS CodeRate
ElectronicsHS 850-5%
ClothingHS 61-6210-12%
FootwearHS 6410-20%
Food productsHS 01-240-20%
MachineryHS 840-5%
CosmeticsHS 335-10%
BooksHS 490%
ToysHS 955-10%

Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.

Customs Clearance

State Customs Service of Ukraine uses ASYCUDA-based electronic system. DCFTA with EU provides preferential rates for EU goods. Customs declarations via licensed broker or self-filing for personal goods under limits.

Processing time3-14 days
De minimisDe minimis threshold for UA: $120. Shipments valued below this amount are exempt from import duties.
What to actually expect

War-affected routes. Postal service disrupted. DHL/UPS still operate. Western Ukraine clearance faster.

Full customs guide for Ukraine →

Required Documents

✓For export from GB: Commercial invoice
✓packing list
✓customs declaration (CN23 for postal)
✓certificate of origin (for preferential tariff rates)
✓import license (for restricted goods)
✓For import into UA: Commercial invoice
✓packing list