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SENDING A PARCEL TO IRELAND FROM THE UK
Got a parcel to post to Ireland? Whether you’re sending to friends, family or business customers - we’ve got it! Send it with the logistics expert you can trust. DHL eCommerce UK offers complete postal coverage of the Emerald Isle – from Dublin and Drogheda to Galway and Cork.
Choose from our three delivery services to send your parcel to Ireland.
- Worldwide Air is our premium, expedited service, designed for deliveries where time is of the essence and speed is key.
- European Road provides the perfect balance of speed and cost for standard shipments across Europe.
- International Economy offers cheap parcel delivery to Ireland – perfect if you want to send a less urgent parcel on a budget.
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Get the most accurate price for delivery via courier to Ireland. Get a quote today!
HOW DO YOU SEND A PARCEL TO IRELAND?
- Get a Quick Quote: Simply provide your parcel’s weight and dimensions to get an immediate quote across our three services.
- Book Your Slot: Choose your preferred service, enter your recipient’s details, and complete the required customs information. You can then book a collection from your home or a convenient ServicePoint or depot drop-off.
- Prepare Your Parcel: Pack your items securely and attach your shipping label. You can find more detailed advice on packaging in the How to Package Parcels to Ireland section.
HOW LONG DOES SHIPPING TO IRELAND TAKE?
It will depend on which of our three international parcel delivery services you opt for. We’ve compiled the table below to help you select the right service for your parcel – depending on its size, your delivery timeframe and budget.
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International Economy | European Road | Worldwide Air |
| What is it? | Our cheapest way to send a parcel to Irelan from the UK; partly fulfilled by Ireland's postal services | Cost-effective delivery to Ireland via our road network. | Our premium expedited delivery service. With packages and postage delivered to Ireland by our extensive air network. |
| Ideal for | Customers sending non-urgent parcels, delivered reliably and on a budget. | Customers sending parcels from the UK to Ireland, looking for a courier service they can trust. | Customers sending parcels from the UK to Ireland, looking for a courier service they can trust. |
| Delivery Time |
3 to 9 days (Europe) |
2 to 7 days | From 2 days |
| Max weight/dimensions | 25kg 90cm x 90cm x 50cm |
25kg 120cm x 60cm x 60cm or 100cm x 80cm x 80cm |
25kg 120cm x 80cm x 80cm |
| Is Ireland covered by the service? | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Please note: there are a several national holidays in Ireland that could influence the time it takes your package to reach its destination. View those dates below:
2025 Ireland National Holidays
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Date |
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1st January |
New Year’s Day |
| 3rd February | St Brigid's Day |
| 17th March | St Patrick's Day |
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21st April |
Easter Monday |
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5th May |
May Bank Holiday |
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2nd June |
June Bank Holiday |
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4th August |
August Bank Holiday |
| 27th October | October Bank Holiday |
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25th December |
Christmas Day |
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26th December |
St. Stephen's Day |
*Public holidays in Ireland may affect our estimated transit times.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SEND A PARCEL TO IRELAND?
The price of postage to Ireland from the UK will vary depending on the following:
- the weight (in kg) and size (length, width and height (in cm)) of your parcel
- which of our three delivery services you choose – Worldwide Air is quicker but more expensive than International Economy, for example
- whether you choose to drop off at a ServicePoint or depot, or decide to have your package collected by a DHL driver
- any additional contents coverage you decide to purchase (we include £50 as standard)
Discover our latest prices by getting a quote today.
WHICH SERVICE SHOULD I USE FOR CHEAP PARCEL DELIVERY TO IRELAND?
International Economy is our budget option. It enables you to send parcels that aren’t as urgent at a great price. Delivery times range from three to 10 days – depending on your recipient’s location.
We’ll get your package across the Irish Sea. Once it reaches Ireland, our trusted local delivery partners will handle it on the final leg of its journey to the recipient. You can rest assured, you parcel will be delivered with same care you’d expect with DHL.
Need to arrange postage to Ireland for a parcel that’s more time sensitive? Worldwide Air and European Road are ideal for speedier deliveries.
Customs information for sending a parcel to Ireland
Since the UK left the EU, all parcels sent from the UK to Ireland require a customs declaration. We make this process straightforward for you.
YOUR CUSTOMS DECLARATION
Your booking form automatically gathers the necessary information to generate a customs invoice on your behalf, which will print along with your shipping label. To help ensure smooth and swift customs clearance, please ensure your declaration is:
- Detailed: Provide clear and specific descriptions of each item (e.g., "Men's cotton t-shirt, size M" rather than just "clothing"). Vague descriptions are a common cause of customs delays.
- Accurate: Declare the true value of your items. Misdeclarations can lead to significant delays, fines, or seizure of your parcel.
- EORI Number (for businesses): If you are a business sending to a business in Ireland, providing your recipient's EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number on the booking form can significantly speed up customs clearance.
- Gifts: Genuine gifts sent between private individuals for non-commercial purposes are generally exempt from duties and taxes if their value is up to €45 (approx. £39), though a full declaration is still required.
DUTIES AND TAXES
All goods imported into Ireland from the UK are now subject to Irish VAT, regardless of value. Additionally, customs duties may be applied depending on the item's value and origin. Any outstanding charges (VAT, duties, and handling fees) will be applied by Irish Customs will need to be paid by your recipient before the parcel can be delivered. If these charges are not paid, the parcel may, unfortunately, be returned to the sender.
What items can't I post to Ireland?
To ensure your package clears Irish customs smoothly and reaches its destination without issues, it’s vital to understand what can and cannot be imported into Ireland.
Failure to comply could result in delays, seizure, return of your parcel, or additional charges. While this list is not exhaustive, here are some common examples of items that are prohibited or restricted for import into Ireland (and the wider EU):
RESTRICTED AND PROHIBITED GOODS
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Food |
Illegal and dangerous |
Other |
| Meat and fish |
Drugs/medications |
Firearms, weapons or explosives |
| Milk and dairy products | Chemicals | Product of endangered species |
| Whey protein | Weapons | Indecent or obscene goods |
*Please be aware that we also have our own prohibited items list, in addition to country-specific restrictions. We recommend you take a look at the Irish Tax and Customs’ full list of prohibited and restricted items. You can also visit the An Post (Ireland's Post Office) website for even more useful information.
SENDING PARCELS TO NORTHERN IRELAND
Head over to over to our dedicated service page for more information on how to send a parcel to Northern Ireland.
HOW TO PACKAGE PARCELS TO SEND TO IRELAND
Although only 12 miles of sea separates the Mull of Kintyre from Torr Head, your parcel will still pass through sorting machines and delivery hubs on its journey. So, it’s important make sure it’s securely packaged. Here are our top tips:
- Choose the Right Box: Use a new, sturdy cardboard box. A used box may have compromised strength, and old labels could cause delays.
- Wrap Each Item Individually: Cushioning materials like bubble wrap, foam or packing paper will prevent items from knocking against each other.
- Seal it Securely: Use strong, wide packing tape to seal all seams and edges. Apply the tape to form an ‘H’ shape on both the top and bottom of your box.
- Clear Labelling: Remove or cover all old labels and barcodes. Place your new shipping label clearly on the largest side of your box.
You can find more information in our guides on sending fragile items by courier, how to package parcels for international shipping. sending large parcels and how to weigh and measure a parcel.
WHAT IS THE ADDRESS FORMAT FOR IRELAND?
To ensure your parcel makes it to its destination as quickly and efficiently as possible, it's crucial to use the correct address format for Ireland, including the Eircode.
The Eircode is a unique 7-character code assigned to every residential and business address in Ireland. While a full postal address is still required, including the Eircode significantly improves delivery accuracy, especially in rural areas where street names might not be unique.
Just follow this standard format:
- Recipient's Full Name: e.g., Mr. Michael Doyle or Mary O'Brien
- House Name/Number and Street Name: e.g., 45 KILDARE LANE or CLONARD HOUSE, BALLYMORE
- Town/City: e.g., DUBLIN or CORK
- County (if applicable): e.g., CO. KERRY - often used for rural addresses
- Eircode: this is a unique 7-character code, e.g., D16 X425
- IRELAND: written in all-caps on the final line for international shipments
Example:
MR MICHAEL DOYLE
45 KILDARE LANE
DUBLIN
D16 X425
IRELAND
Ready to send your parcel to Ireland with DHL eCommerce UK? Get a quote and book a slot today!
WHY CHOOSE US FOR SHIPPING TO IRELAND FROM THE UK?
- We’re the leader in global logistics, with worldwide shipping networks and vast expertise
- Enjoy the convenience of collection from your home or work address
- Drop off and save at one of our hundreds of UK ServicePoints or depots
- Track your parcel online, with delivery notifications for you and your recipient
- Get £50 free contents cover as standard; option to buy additional cover for packages with contents worth up to £5,000.
- Our smooth ecommerce platform integration makes sending a parcel to Ireland even easier – for side hustlers, microbusinesses and SMEs
- Offer your customers easy returns with our ‘reverse order’ functionality
- Access to 'My DHL rewards' - exclusive to our customers
- Cashback into your pre-pay account when you add funds (Terms apply)