Postage to New Zealand from the UK
How much it costs to send a letter, large letter or small parcel to New Zealand, how long it takes and what you need to know about customs.
Letter£3.60
Large letterfrom £4.60
Small parcelfrom £16.25
Typical delivery5-8 days
New Zealand is one of the most distant destinations, so post takes longer and costs more. For anything urgent or valuable, use a tracked international service.
| Size | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Letter | Up to 100g | £3.60 |
| Large Letter | Up to 100g | £4.60 |
| Large Letter | 100g-250g | £9.55 |
| Large Letter | 250g-500g | £13.90 |
| Large Letter | 500g-750g | £19.55 |
| Small Parcel | Up to 250g | £16.25 |
| Small Parcel | 250g-500g | £22.85 |
| Small Parcel | 500g-750g | £26.05 |
| Small Parcel | 750g-1kg | £29.45 |
| Small Parcel | 1kg-1.25kg | £32.90 |
| Small Parcel | 1.25kg-1.5kg | £35.60 approx. |
| Small Parcel | 1.5kg-2kg | £39.95 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 New Zealand
New Zealand addresses end with the town or city and a 4-digit postcode, e.g. AUCKLAND 1010, then NEW ZEALAND.
Things to know about posting to New Zealand
- NZ Post delivers Royal Mail items.
- Biosecurity rules are strict: food, seeds and some wooden items must be declared or may be destroyed.
- Like Australia, New Zealand has one of the earliest Christmas posting deadlines.
General tips
- Put NEW ZEALAND 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 New Zealand?
A standard letter up to 100g costs £3.60 with Royal Mail International Standard.
How much is it to post a small parcel to New Zealand?
A small parcel starts at £16.25 for up to 250g, rising to £29.45 for 1kg with Royal Mail International Standard.
How long does post to New Zealand take?
Royal Mail aims to deliver International Standard post to New Zealand in around 5-8 working days, but it is not guaranteed.
Do I need a customs form to send a parcel to New Zealand?
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.