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Our Services and Postage to France
Postage to France starts as little as £8.97 and all of our international shipping services are fully trackable, free of charge. So whether you’re shipping to Paris or Cannes, you can be sure that your parcel will arrive at its destination without blowing your budget.
Book using one of our affordable drop off delivery services, or choose collection for door to door delivery. With economy and express services available, you have endless options for international shipping at Parcel2Go.
Before You Ship to France
Before you post to France from the UK, you should check the French customs website to make sure you’re not sending any prohibited items that could delay your parcel’s arrival. It’s also a good idea to avoid the country’s national holidays and non-working days (Saturday and Sunday) so your delivery to France has the best chance of arriving on time.
Find the Cheapest Parcel Delivery to France
Take a look at shipping prices to France below or get a quick quote now to send a parcel to France with Parcel2Go today.
Our International Services to France
France's "Small Parcel Tax": What It Means for Your Shipment
A new tax, known as the small parcel tax, came into effect in France on 1 March 2026 and applies to certain low-value shipments. Here's what you need to know about who it affects, how it's calculated, and who pays it.
Which shipments are affected?
The tax applies to parcels that are:
Worth less than €150
Sent from outside the EU to mainland France, Monaco, Réunion, Martinique, or Guadeloupe
It does not apply to:
Imports from non-EU countries destined for French Guiana, Mayotte, or Saint-Martin
Exchanges between mainland France and its overseas departments and regions
How much is the tax?
Unlike customs duties and VAT, the small parcel tax is a flat €2 per item, based on customs classification rather than the number of physical units.
For example:
A parcel containing three pairs of jumpers and two shirts counts as two items under customs rules, so the tax due is €4
A parcel containing four pairs of trousers (all the same item) counts as one item, so the tax due is €2
What's changing next
This tax will remain in place until a similar EU-wide handling fee is introduced. It's a separate measure from the EU's proposed flat €3 customs duty per item, which is set to apply across the EU from 1 July 2026 as part of the wider removal of the duty-free allowance on parcels under €150.
Who pays the tax?
The party liable for import VAT pays the small parcel tax — this can be the seller directly, or the e-commerce platform acting as an intermediary, depending on how the sale was processed.
Booking with Parcel2Go
When you book your shipment to France with Parcel2Go, all essential shipping costs are included upfront during the booking process, with clear, transparent pricing so you know exactly what you're paying before you send.
Our Top Tip
Since the UK left the EU on July 1st 2021, posting to France has changed. But at Parcel2Go, we want to simplify the process for you, which is why we created our International Shipping Hub to include everything you need to know about shipping to the EU.
France Address Format
Wondering how to address a parcel to France? When addressing post to France, it’s good to know that the address format isn’t too different to UK addresses. You do need to add the locality after the postcode, like the example here:
MADAME AMELIA RICHARDS
LE VILLAGE
82500 AUTERIVE
FRANCE
You can find more territories and locality abbreviations here.
Top Couriers for Shipping to France from the UK
With Parcel2Go, posting to France has never been easier! Not only do we offer the cheapest postage to France on a variety of express and economy delivery services, but we work with the most trusted courier partners such as Royal Mail, DPD and Parcelforce.
International Parcel Tracking and Protection
Ship to France with Parcel2Go and have extra reassurance with free parcel tracking included with every parcel. That’s on top of knowing that you’ll always get the best postage costs to France with Lowest Price Guarantee.
Parcel protection gives you extra peace of mind that your parcel is covered against any loss or damage. It’s good to know that the majority of our courier services offer at least £20 protection, with some such as Royal Mail, extending cover up to £50 in their standard pricing. With Parcel2Go, you also have the option to select up to £10,000 additional parcel protection.
It’s important to check your parcel’s contents against our prohibited items list before you send a parcel to France, because some couriers don’t offer protection for loss and damage on certain items.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to send a parcel to France?
The cheapest shipping to France is just £8.97 with Parcel2Go. We work hard to find the best prices for our senders, so you won’t find a cheaper price anywhere else. You can also add parcel protection for just pennies more, and free parcel tracking is always included!
What is the best way to send a package to France?
Easily compare the best courier services with Parcel2Go. Have a tight budget? Send from just just £8.97 with free tracking included. Need fast delivery to France? UPS can have your parcel delivered in just 2-4 days. No time to drop your parcel off? Our Evri International Collection service means you can have your parcel collected from the comfort of your own home.
No matter what kind of service you need, we have loads of delivery options for shipping to France so you’re spoilt for choice!
What can I not send to France?
Items you can’t send to France include:
Pyjamas that are made of synthetic materials and are not fire-retardant
Toys and games containing copper sulphate, such as chemistry sets
Erasers shaped like food products
Precious coins and metals
Vitamins or medication
For more information, see our full list of prohibited items and don’t forget to filter by ‘France’ and the courier service you’d like to use to ship your parcel. If you’re still not sure, you can contact HR Revenue and Customs or our customer service team are happy to help.
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.
How does customs work when shipping to France?
Anything you ship to France will be subject to EU VAT unless it is a gift up to the value of €45. It’s important to know that the ‘value’ of the parcel includes the cost of shipping, for example if you send a book that costs £10 and shipping costs you £8.50, the total value is £18.50. In this case you wouldn’t have to pay any EU VAT.
If your shipment to France costs more than €45 or you’re sending directly from a marketplace such as Etsy or eBay, your parcel will be subject to a VAT rate of 20%.
If you’re not sure about any information here or in our international shipping hub, don’t hesitate to get in touch - we are more than happy to help you. And if you’d like to ship to France as a part of a business, find information for businesses shipping into the EU.