Sending a parcel to Laos
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Laos. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Laos arrives in Standard 14–22 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 22 €, customs duty from 22 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ceska-posta.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Laos
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Summary
A parcel to Laos arrives in Standard 14–22 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 22 €, customs duty from 22 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ceska-posta.
- Region
- asia
- EU
- No
- Currency
- LAK
- Standard delivery
- Standard 14–22 days
- Express delivery
- DHL/FedEx Express 5–9 days
- Customs duty from
- 22 €
- VAT
- from 22 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Laos
| 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 | 200 € | 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 | 184 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 Česká pošta Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 3–5 days | 72 € | 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 Laos
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 € | 70 € |
| 5 kg | 48 € | 112 € |
| 10 kg | 80 € | 188 € |
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
Laos has a low de minimis threshold — shipments up to 500,000 LAK (~22 EUR) are generally cleared without duty. VAT of 10% and customs duty of 0–40% apply above this limit. Laos is landlocked — all shipments arrive by air through Wattay Airport in Vientiane. The Lao Department of Customs handles clearance, which typically takes 5–10 days.
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
- Invoice in English or Lao
- Accurate contents description and value
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Laos.
- Drugs and psychotropic substances
- Weapons and ammunition without authorisation
- Pornographic material
- Products from protected species (CITES)
- Politically sensitive material
- Religiously extremist material
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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 Laos.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does delivery to Laos take?
DHL Express delivers in 5–9 business days to Vientiane. Standard shipments take 14–22 days. Delivery outside Vientiane may take longer — Laos has extensive rural areas with limited transport infrastructure.
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