Sending a parcel to Benin
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Benin. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Benin arrives in 14–24 days (standard) or DHL Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Benin
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Summary
A parcel to Benin arrives in 14–24 days (standard) or DHL Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express.
- Region
- africa
- EU
- No
- Currency
- XOF
- Standard delivery
- 14–24 days
- Express delivery
- DHL Express 5–9 days
- Customs duty from
- No customs (EU)
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Benin
| 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 | 220 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Benin
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 | 30 € | 72 € |
| 5 kg | 52 € | 118 € |
| 10 kg | 88 € | 200 € |
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
Benin is an ECOWAS and UEMOA member — it applies the ECOWAS Common External Tariff (0–35%). No de minimis — 18% TVA and duty apply from the first value. Customs is administered by DGD (Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects). Benin is Francophone. Cotonou is one of Africa's key transit ports. DHL covers Cotonou.
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 French or English
- Detailed description and value in XOF or EUR
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Benin.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons without authorisation
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Used tyres (legally restricted)
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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 Benin.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Cotonou important for shipments across Africa?
Cotonou is a key transit port for the entire Sahel-Africa region — shipments for Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali often transit through Benin. For direct shipments to Benin, use DHL Express — 18% TVA + ECOWAS duty from the first value.
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