Sending a parcel to Sierra Leone
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Sierra Leone. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone
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Summary
A parcel to Sierra Leone 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
- SLE
- 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 Sierra Leone
| 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 Sierra Leone
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
Sierra Leone is an ECOWAS member — applies the ECOWAS Common External Tariff (0–35%). No de minimis — GST 15% and duty apply from the first value. NRA (National Revenue Authority) manages clearance in Freetown. Sierra Leone is an Anglophone state in West Africa. The economy is recovering from civil war (1991–2002) and the Ebola epidemic (2014–2016). DHL covers Freetown.
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 English
- Detailed description and value in USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Sierra Leone.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without permit)
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Diamonds without Kimberley Process certificate (strict control)
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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 Sierra Leone.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are diamond controls so strict in Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone is one of the world's largest diamond producers. Diamonds without a Kimberley Process certificate are confiscated. This rule does not affect standard parcels — GST 15% + ECOWAS duty from the first value.
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