Sending a parcel to Uganda
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Uganda. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Uganda arrives in 12–22 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Uganda
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Summary
A parcel to Uganda arrives in 12–22 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- africa
- EU
- No
- Currency
- UGX
- Standard delivery
- 12–22 days
- Express delivery
- DHL/FedEx Express 5–9 days
- Customs duty from
- No customs (EU)
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Uganda
| 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 | 275 € | 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 | 253 € | 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 | 242 € | 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 Uganda
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 | 42 € | 90 € |
| 5 kg | 68 € | 145 € |
| 10 kg | 110 € | 235 € |
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
Uganda has no formal de minimis — duty and 18% VAT apply practically from zero. EAC CET (0–25%) plus excise duty on selected goods. Customs clearance via Uganda Revenue Authority (URA).
Required documents
- Waybill / AWB
- Commercial invoice in English
- 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.
- Packing list for shipments above 1,000 USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Uganda.
- Weapons and ammunition (without authorisation)
- Narcotics
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Products from endangered species (CITES)
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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 Uganda.
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How is customs duty paid for shipments to Uganda?
Uganda has no practical de minimis — duty and 18% VAT are payable from the first parcel. EAC CET is 0–25% depending on the type of goods. The recipient must pay customs charges before the parcel is released — DHL Express collects these directly from the recipient.
How long does delivery to Uganda take?
A standard parcel takes 12–22 days. DHL Express or FedEx deliver in 5–9 working days. Customs clearance via Entebbe Airport takes 3–7 days. Parcels for Kampala are generally faster than for rural areas.
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