Sending a parcel to Colombia
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Colombia. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Colombia arrives in 15–25 days (standard) or 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 192 €, customs duty from 192 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Colombia
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Summary
A parcel to Colombia arrives in 15–25 days (standard) or 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 192 €, customs duty from 192 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- COP
- Standard delivery
- 15–25 days
- Express delivery
- 5–9 days
- Customs duty from
- 192 €
- VAT
- from 192 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Colombia
| 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 | 250 € | 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 | 230 € | 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 | 220 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 Česká pošta Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 3–5 days | 90 € | Pokrývá celý svět · Nejlevnější pro zásilky nad 2 kg mimo EU | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Colombia
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 | 37 € | 82 € |
| 5 kg | 60 € | 132 € |
| 10 kg | 100 € | 220 € |
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
Colombia has a customs de minimis of 200 USD (~192 €) for courier shipments — below this threshold, no duty or IVA applies. Above 200 USD, IVA 19% and duty per HS code (average 12–15%) apply. The postal de minimis is also 200 USD, but processing via Adpostal may be slower. Shipments above 1,000 USD require a formal customs declaration.
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
- Declaration of goods value for shipments above 200 USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Colombia.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without permit)
- Counterfeit goods
- Dangerous chemicals and explosives
- Endangered species (CITES)
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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 Colombia.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the customs threshold for shipments to Colombia?
Shipments up to 200 USD (~192 €) are exempt from duty and IVA. Above 200 USD, IVA 19% and duty apply. This applies to both courier and postal shipments.
How long does delivery to Colombia take?
Standard shipments take 15–25 days. DHL Express or FedEx deliver in 5–9 business days. Customs clearance in Bogotá adds 3–5 days.
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