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DHL Express to China — prices, delivery times, limits
How to ship a parcel to China via DHL Express. Indicative express band for the country (72 € / 2 kg, 110 € / 5 kg, 168 € / 10 kg), typical transit time: 4–6 days, weight limit 70 kg, customs rules and best alternatives.
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DHL Express to China — prices, delivery times, limits
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DHL Express to China — typical transit time: 4–6 days (express), indicative express band for the country for a parcel up to 5 kg 110 €, up to 10 kg 168 € — not the carrier's price list. Carrier weight limit is 70 kg. The country is outside the EU: VAT applies from 0 €, customs duty from 1000 €.
- Destination
- China
- Carrier
- DHL Express
- Typical transit time
- 4–6 days (express)
- Price 2 kg (country band)
- 72 €
- Price 5 kg (country band)
- 110 €
- Price 10 kg (country band)
- 168 €
- Max. weight
- 70 kg
- EU
- No — customs apply
Country band · express
Indicative prices for China
| Weight | Price | Typical transit time |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 72 € | 4–6 days |
| 5 kg | 110 € | 4–6 days |
| 10 kg | 168 € | 4–6 days |
| 20 kg | 278 € | 4–6 days |
Indicative band for the country, not an individual carrier price list. Actual cost depends on the carrier's current rates, parcel dimensions and volumetric weight.
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 China.
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- check Fastest for non-EU destinations
- check Network across 220 countries and territories
- check Full customs assistance included
Watch out for
- remove Premium price
- remove Not cost-effective for small or low-value parcels
Customs and VAT for China
China is outside the EU with a complex customs regime. The recipient pays VAT (13% standard rate), customs duty (0–100% depending on category), and in some cases consumption tax. The Chinese CBEC (Cross-Border E-Commerce) system has specific thresholds — for direct postal shipments, standard import rules apply where the value and type of goods determine the duty rate. Commercial shipments require a licensed Chinese importer. Exact limits vary by CBEC channel — verify current rules with the Chinese customs authority. Postal tracking typically ends in Beijing; last-mile delivery is handled by China Post or SF Express.
Required documents
- description CN23 + detailed proforma invoice
- description HS code mandatory
- description Contents description in English (Chinese recommended too)
- description Licensed Chinese importer required for commercial shipments
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