Sending a parcel to Zambia
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Zambia. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Zambia arrives in 12–20 days (standard) or 4–7 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Zambia
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Summary
A parcel to Zambia arrives in 12–20 days (standard) or 4–7 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex.
- Region
- africa
- EU
- No
- Currency
- ZMW
- Standard delivery
- 12–20 days
- Express delivery
- 4–7 days (DHL/FedEx Express)
- Customs duty from
- No customs (EU)
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Zambia
| 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 | 205 € | 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 | 189 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Zambia
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 | 28 € | 68 € |
| 5 kg | 48 € | 112 € |
| 10 kg | 82 € | 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
Zambia is a SADC and COMESA member — customs rates follow the SADC CET (0–25%). No de minimis for personal shipments — duty and 16% VAT apply from the first value. ZRA (Zambia Revenue Authority) manages customs clearance in Lusaka. Zambia has a stable customs system compared to the region — clearance takes 3–8 days. DHL and FedEx cover Lusaka and major cities.
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
- Detailed description and value in USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Zambia.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons without authorisation
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- 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 Zambia.
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What are the customs conditions for shipments to Zambia?
Zambia has no de minimis — 16% VAT + duty 0–25% applies from the first value. ZRA is relatively efficient — clearance takes 3–8 days. Always include an invoice in English.
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