Sending a parcel to Qatar
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Qatar. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Qatar arrives in 8–14 days (standard) or 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 240 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Qatar
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Summary
A parcel to Qatar arrives in 8–14 days (standard) or 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 240 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- asia
- EU
- No
- Currency
- QAR
- Standard delivery
- 8–14 days
- Express delivery
- 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express)
- Customs duty from
- 240 €
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Qatar
| 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 Qatar
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 € | 88 € |
| 10 kg | 60 € | 148 € |
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
Qatar is a GCC member — it applies the unified GCC customs rate of 5% on most imported goods. Exceptions: alcohol and tobacco attract significantly higher rates or are prohibited. Qatar has not introduced VAT (uniquely among GCC states). Personal shipments up to 1,000 QAR (~€240) are generally processed on a simplified basis. Qatar General Authority of Customs manages clearance in Doha — typically fast thanks to modern infrastructure.
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 Qatar.
- Alcohol and pork products
- Pornographic material
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without authorisation)
- Material insulting Islam
- Counterfeit goods
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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 Qatar.
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Frequently asked questions
Is VAT charged on imported parcels in Qatar?
No — Qatar has not introduced VAT (unlike other GCC countries such as UAE or Saudi Arabia). Only the 5% GCC duty applies. Shipments are therefore slightly cheaper than to UAE or SA.
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