Sending a parcel to Republic of Congo
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Republic of Congo. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Republic of Congo arrives in 14–24 days (standard) or DHL Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express.
Quick facts
Sending a parcel to Republic of Congo
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Summary
A parcel to Republic of Congo arrives in 14–24 days (standard) or DHL Express 5–9 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express.
- Region
- africa
- EU
- No
- Currency
- XAF
- Standard delivery
- 14–24 days
- Express delivery
- DHL Express 5–9 days
- Customs duty from
- No customs (EU)
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Republic of Congo
| 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 | 230 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Republic of Congo
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 | 32 € | 78 € |
| 5 kg | 54 € | 128 € |
| 10 kg | 92 € | 215 € |
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
Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) is a CEMAC member with a common external tariff (0–30%). No de minimis — TVA 18.9% and duty apply from the first value. DGDDI (Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects) manages clearance in Brazzaville. This is distinct from DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa, ISO: CD). Oil industry supports relatively good infrastructure. DHL covers Brazzaville. Francophone.
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 French
- Detailed description and value in XAF or EUR
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Republic of Congo.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without permit)
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- 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 Republic of Congo.
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How to tell Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) from DRC (Kinshasa) apart?
Republic of Congo (Brazzaville, ISO: CG) and DRC (Kinshasa, ISO: CD) are two different countries separated by the Congo River. This page describes the Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) — the smaller, oil-producing CEMAC member state. TVA 18.9% + CEMAC duty from the first value.
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