Sending a parcel to Liechtenstein
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Liechtenstein. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Liechtenstein arrives in 3–5 days (standard) (standard) or 1–2 days (DHL/Swiss Post Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 62 €, customs duty from 300 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, ups, fedex.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Liechtenstein
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Summary
A parcel to Liechtenstein arrives in 3–5 days (standard) (standard) or 1–2 days (DHL/Swiss Post Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 62 €, customs duty from 300 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, ups, fedex.
- Region
- europe non-eu
- EU
- No
- Currency
- CHF
- Standard delivery
- 3–5 days (standard)
- Express delivery
- 1–2 days (DHL/Swiss Post Express)
- Customs duty from
- 300 €
- VAT
- from 62 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Liechtenstein
| 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 | 85 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 UPS Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 75 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 78 € | 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 Liechtenstein
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 | 12 € | 32 € |
| 5 kg | 20 € | 52 € |
| 10 kg | 34 € | 88 € |
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
Liechtenstein is part of the Swiss Customs Union and follows Swiss customs rules. Shipments up to 300 CHF (~€300) are duty-free. VAT 8.1% applies to shipments over 65 CHF (~€62). Customs clearance is handled by Swiss customs authorities.
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.
- CN23 is a full customs declaration for parcels over 2 kg or above €270. You must list each item's description, quantity, weight and customs value. Issued at the post office or generated by the carrier.
- Commercial invoice in German or English
- Shipment value in CHF
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Liechtenstein.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons without authorisation
- Counterfeit goods
- Live animals without CITES 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 Liechtenstein.
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How does customs work for shipments to Liechtenstein?
Liechtenstein shares the customs system with Switzerland. Up to 300 CHF (~€300) duty-free, VAT 8.1% above 65 CHF. Shipments are cleared by Swiss customs in Basel or Zurich.
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