Sending a parcel to Bahrain
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Bahrain. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Bahrain arrives in 6–12 days (standard) or 2–4 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 64 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
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Sending a parcel to Bahrain
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Summary
A parcel to Bahrain arrives in 6–12 days (standard) or 2–4 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 64 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- asia
- EU
- No
- Currency
- BHD
- Standard delivery
- 6–12 days
- Express delivery
- 2–4 days (DHL/FedEx Express)
- Customs duty from
- 64 €
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Bahrain
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 150 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 138 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 UPS Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 132 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Bahrain
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 22 € | 55 € |
| 5 kg | 36 € | 90 € |
| 10 kg | 60 € | 150 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
Bahrain is a GCC member with a unified 5% customs rate. Personal gifts up to ~25 BHD (~€64) are generally customs-exempt. Above this threshold, 5% GCC duty plus 10% VAT (raised from 5% in 2022) apply. Bahrain has modern customs infrastructure — clearance usually takes 2–5 days. Alcohol and pork products are prohibited under Islamic law.
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Commercial invoice in English or Arabic
- Certificate of origin for commercial shipments
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Bahrain.
- Alcohol and pork products
- Pornographic material
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons without authorisation
- Material harmful to Islam
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Data accuracy
Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of Bahrain.
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How much VAT is charged on imports in Bahrain?
Bahrain introduced 5% VAT in 2019 and raised it to 10% in 2022. It applies to imported shipments above ~€64 together with the 5% GCC customs rate.
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