Postage to Germany from the UK
How much it costs to send a letter, large letter or small parcel to Germany, how long it takes and what you need to know about customs.
Letter£3.60
Large letterfrom £3.80
Small parcelfrom £9.80
Typical delivery3-5 days
Germany is a large market for UK online sellers. Standard post takes 3-5 working days. If you sell goods to German buyers regularly, look into services that collect VAT upfront so the buyer isn't surprised by charges.
| Size | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Letter | Up to 100g | £3.60 |
| Large Letter | Up to 100g | £3.80 |
| Large Letter | 100g-250g | £6.15 |
| Large Letter | 250g-500g | £7.65 |
| Large Letter | 500g-750g | £10.25 |
| Small Parcel | Up to 250g | £9.80 |
| Small Parcel | 250g-500g | £12.05 |
| Small Parcel | 500g-750g | £13.65 |
| Small Parcel | 750g-1kg | £14.90 |
| Small Parcel | 1kg-1.25kg | £15.65 |
| Small Parcel | 1.25kg-1.5kg | £16.40 approx. |
| Small Parcel | 1.5kg-2kg | £17.85 approx. |
Prices from 5 October 2026, last checked 1 October 2026. Prices marked approx. are our best estimate – confirm with the carrier before paying.
How to address post to Germany
German addresses put the street name before the house number (e.g. Hauptstraße 12) and the 5-digit postcode before the town (10115 BERLIN).
Things to know about posting to Germany
- Deutsche Post / DHL delivers Royal Mail items in Germany.
- Germany is strict about customs descriptions for goods - list each item separately.
- Recipients who aren't home usually find their parcel at a local Packstation or post office.
- Goods sent commercially need full customs details, including tariff (HS) codes.
General tips
- Put GERMANY in capitals as the last line of the address.
- For goods, fill in the customs declaration with an accurate description, value and quantity.
- International Standard is not tracked. If the item is valuable, choose a tracked service or a courier.
- Heavier parcels (over 2kg) need a courier or Royal Mail's International Tracked or Parcelforce services.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to send a letter to Germany?
A standard letter up to 100g costs £3.60 with Royal Mail International Standard.
How much is it to post a small parcel to Germany?
A small parcel starts at £9.80 for up to 250g, rising to £14.90 for 1kg with Royal Mail International Standard.
How long does post to Germany take?
Royal Mail aims to deliver International Standard post to Germany in around 3-5 working days, but it is not guaranteed.
Do I need a customs form to send a parcel to Germany?
Yes, if you are sending goods or gifts. You can complete the customs declaration online when you buy postage, or at the Post Office counter. Documents and letters do not need one.