Sending a parcel to Dominican Republic
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Dominican Republic. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Dominican Republic arrives in 15–28 days (standard) or 5–9 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 192 €, customs duty from 192 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Dominican Republic
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Summary
A parcel to Dominican Republic arrives in 15–28 days (standard) or 5–9 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 192 €, customs duty from 192 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- DOP
- Standard delivery
- 15–28 days
- Express delivery
- 5–9 days (DHL/FedEx Express)
- Customs duty from
- 192 €
- VAT
- from 192 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Dominican Republic
| 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 | 218 € | 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 | 200 € | 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 | 191 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 Česká pošta Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 3–5 days | 78 € | Pokrývá celý svět · Nejlevnější pro zásilky nad 2 kg mimo EU | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Dominican Republic
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 | 32 € | 72 € |
| 5 kg | 52 € | 115 € |
| 10 kg | 87 € | 193 € |
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
Dominican Republic has a customs de minimis of 200 USD (~192 €) for personal shipments. Shipments up to 200 USD are exempt from duty and ITBIS (VAT equivalent) 18%. Above the limit, ITBIS 18% and duty per HS code (0–40%) apply. The Dominican customs system (DGA) is notoriously slow and unpredictable — clearance can take 2–4 weeks. Popular tourist destination (Punta Cana).
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
- Copy of recipient passport for shipments above 200 USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Dominican Republic.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without permit)
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Endangered species (CITES)
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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 Dominican Republic.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does delivery to the Dominican Republic take?
Standard shipments take 15–28 days. DHL Express or FedEx deliver in 5–9 business days. Customs clearance in Santo Domingo is unpredictable — shipments may wait 2–4 weeks. Express carriers have customs teams that actively manage the situation.
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