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Post to Austria

Postage to Austria from £11.59

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Shipping to Austria?

For a shipping cost to Austria that won’t break your budget, use Parcel2Go. Send a parcel to Austria with trusted couriers such as Royal Mail, DPD and Evri and always get the best price!

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Our Services and Postage to Austria

Starting at just £11.59, affordable postage to Austria doesn’t mean compromising on a quality delivery service. We work with the UK’s most reliable international couriers so you can have peace of mind when you post to Austria.

Whether you need express delivery or you’re shipping on a budget, we can deliver your parcel in just 1-3 working days. And you can track your parcel for free to put your mind at ease.

Before You Ship to Austria

We will send you all the customs documentation you need for your shipment to Austria. But before you send a parcel to Austria, it’s always important to check the country’s customs regulations, so you don’t send anything that could hold up your parcel. Another way to avoid delays is to make sure you don’t ship on Austria’s public holidays, as this could see your parcel arriving a day or two later than you expected.

Get a quote to see how much you could save on postage costs to Austria.

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Our International Services to Austria

Austria Gift Delivery and Customs Duty

When you send a parcel to Austria, you may need to pay EU VAT depending on what your parcel contains, the parcel’s value and the circumstances of why you sent it.

If your postage to Austria is subject to EU VAT, the standard rate is 20%. But there are exceptions to paying EU VAT.

For example, if you’re sending a gift to Austria from one individual to another, i.e. not sent directly from a marketplace or business, that is under the value of €45 (about £39) then it won’t be subject to EU VAT.

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Our Top Tip

Find out more about Austria gift delivery and EU VAT in our International Shipping Hub, where we also have lots of helpful information for business senders shipping to the EU too.

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Austria Address Format

Addressing a parcel to Austria is similar to how we write addresses in the UK, but don't forget to add the country's name in block capitals on the last line of the address.

Here’s more on how to address a parcel to Austria and here’s just one example to get you started:

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Austria Prohibited Items

When you send a parcel to Austria, it’s important to make sure you don’t include any items that are prohibited from crossing Austria’s border. To be certain your parcel will arrive without any issues, take a look at our full prohibited items list. 

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EU Customs Changes: What the New €3 Duty Means for Your Shipments

From 1 July 2026, the EU is introducing a flat €3 customs duty on individual items valued under €150, shipped from outside the EU. Crucially, the charge applies per product type within a parcel — not per parcel. Send a package containing a shirt, a phone case and a book, and you're looking at €9 in duty, not €3.

What you need to know:

  • Ship before 1 July 2026 to avoid the new charges on eligible consignments

  • Shipments over €150 are not subject to this flat levy — but will still need to pay standard customs duty rates

  • Private gifts between individuals valued under €45 remain exempt — find out more about customs & VAT

  • Business senders should use Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) at checkout — this settles all duties upfront so your recipient receives their parcel without unexpected charges at the door

For businesses and eCommerce sellers shipping regularly to EU customers, the per-item duty structure means costs can stack up quickly. Using DDP keeps the delivery experience smooth for your customers and reduces the risk of parcels being held at customs due to unpaid charges.

Find Out More

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to send a parcel to Austria?

The cheapest way to send a parcel to Austria is through Parcel2Go from just £11.59. Get a quote and select from a range of reliable international couriers such as Evri, Royal Mail and DPD.

How long does it take to ship a package to Austria?

When you book with Parcel2Go, your post to Austria could arrive just 1-3 working days. But if you opt for a more budget friendly service, our standard shipping times are between 2-8 days. At Parcel2Go, we have a service and a price point to suit everyone.

Get a quote and choose a courier service that works for you!

Can I send chocolate to Austria?

Yes, you can send chocolate, but you cannot send fresh or perishable foods. It’s also important to know that there’s a chance your chocolate could melt in transit. 

Read more about sending chocolate in the post.

What cannot be sent to Austria?

Some items that are restricted from posting to Austria include:

  • Animal products such as horns, antlers and hooves and pigs hair or bristles

  • Cosmetics

  • Fresh or perishable food

  • Insects, even if for biomedical research

  • Medical equipment

  • Plants or any living organisms

For more on what you cannot post to Austria, please read our full prohibited items list.

What Are the General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR)?

The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) came into effect on 13 December 2024, introducing updated product safety requirements for goods sold or shipped to the EU and Northern Ireland (NI).

If you're a UK business or online seller sending parcels internationally, the regulations may apply to your shipment. One of the main requirements is appointing a Responsible Person based in the EU or NI to oversee product compliance and safety. Products and packaging may also need to meet updated GPSR labelling requirements before they can be placed on the market.

Checking whether your goods comply with GPSR before booking international delivery can help avoid delays, returns or customs issues.

Find out more about GPSR