Sending a parcel to Bahamas
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Bahamas. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Bahamas arrives in 8–15 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx/UPS Express 2–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 240 €, customs duty from 240 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
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Sending a parcel to Bahamas
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Summary
A parcel to Bahamas arrives in 8–15 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx/UPS Express 2–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 240 €, customs duty from 240 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- BSD
- Standard delivery
- 8–15 days
- Express delivery
- DHL/FedEx/UPS Express 2–5 days
- Customs duty from
- 240 €
- VAT
- from 240 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Bahamas
| 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 | 130 € | 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 | 120 € | 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 | 114 € | 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 Bahamas
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 | 18 € | 48 € |
| 5 kg | 30 € | 78 € |
| 10 kg | 52 € | 132 € |
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
The Bahamas is a CARICOM member with a Common External Tariff (CET, 0–45%). Parcels up to ~250 USD (~240 €) are exempt from both duty and VAT 10%. The Customs Department of the Bahamas manages clearance in Nassau. The Bahamas is one of the wealthiest Caribbean nations (offshore financial centre) with excellent infrastructure. DHL, FedEx and UPS cover Nassau and Freeport. BSD is pegged 1:1 to USD — no exchange-rate risk. Remote Out Islands have limited courier coverage.
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.
- Invoice in English
- Value in USD (pegged 1:1 to BSD)
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Bahamas.
- Drugs and psychotropic substances
- Weapons without permit
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Agricultural products without permit
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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 Bahamas.
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What is the customs threshold for parcels to the Bahamas?
Parcels up to ~250 USD (~240 €) are exempt from both duty and VAT 10%. The Bahamas has excellent courier infrastructure — DHL, FedEx and UPS all available. BSD is pegged 1:1 to USD — no exchange-rate risk.
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