Does cheap parcel delivery feel like a guessing game? For SMEs shipping outside the EU, ParcelParcel is the shipping aggregator that makes it simple: we compare leading couriers in seconds, guide you through customs paperwork, and help you book the right service fast—so you save time and keep control. If you’re still opening multiple tabs and chasing quotes manually, you’re probably paying more than you need to.
Chantal has been writing about logistics topics for almost two decades and has worked for major international carriers.
We check negotiated rates from DHL, FedEx, UPS, DPD, DSV and Skynet, then display clear prices, delivery windows and service levels. No contracts and no subscriptions—just smart choices in one place. If you want a deeper dive before booking, compare networks via international shipping with DHL for cheap parcel delivery, FedEx options to send a parcel cheap, or UPS routes for parcel cheapest delivery
Your final price comes from a few levers you can actually manage. First, weight & dimensions: carriers bill the higher of actual vs. dimensional weight, so right-size your box and remove void space—this is the cheap way to send a parcel without changing the service. Next, consider zone & destination. Remote areas and long haul lanes cost more; our results highlight alternatives so you can weigh speed against budget. And of course, service level matters: economy saves money when timelines allow; express is worth it for tight deadlines or critical samples.
Pick-up vs. drop-off can also move the needle. Where available, a drop-off point may be the cheap way to send a parcel on specific lanes. Extras like signature, timed delivery and coverage should be added thoughtfully—only when they reduce risk or meet a customer promise.
You don’t need an afternoon to uncover the parcel cheapest delivery. Enter origin, destination, weight and size in our Shipping Calculator and compare couriers side by side by price, ETA and reliability. Choose add-ons only when they add value (e.g., our Transport Guarantee for higher-value goods). Book online, print labels, and track everything from one dashboard. If you ship often, save presets (addresses, box sizes) so future bookings take seconds, and you send a parcel cheap every time.
Packaging is your first defense against surcharges. Use strong, right-size cartons, dense cushioning, and reinforced seams so parcels remain conveyable and avoid “additional handling” fees. Consolidate when it makes sense, one well-planned box can be cheaper than two small ones to the same recipient. Be flexible on speed: economy air/road often trims 20–40% versus express for non-urgent goods. And for non-EU lanes, get customs right the first time: clean descriptions, HS codes and values prevent delays, storage and re-delivery charges that quietly erase “cheap”.
Finally, understand dimensional weight. A quick check with our guide/calculator before you pack lets you resize the box, remove air, and hit the true cheap parcel delivery sweet spot, without compromising protection.
Because we partner with DHL, FedEx, UPS, DPD, DSV and Skynet, you see a balanced view of price vs. performance on each route. Whether it’s a sample to the US, a webshop order to the UK, or documents to Asia, we surface the best-value option and help you ship with confidence. Prefer to learn by carrier? Jump to the DHL, FedEx or UPS pages below and use those insights to send a parcel cheap on your lane.
You’ll get the biggest wins from three resources:
• Shipping Calculator – instant multi-carrier quotes and ETAs.
• Customs Documents Tool – generate compliant invoices and reuse data for repeat shipments.
• Dimensional Weight Guide & Calculator – avoid paying for empty space and prevent re-weigh fees.
Use our Packing Guidelines to pass carrier checks and reduce damage risk, fewer claims, fewer surprises, better prices.
Ready to book? Companies like yours choose ParcelParcel because we make cheap parcel delivery predictable: sharp rates, reliable partners, and real human support. Start today, no obligations, help whenever you need it.
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Compare multiple couriers for the same route, pick economy when timelines allow, and pack to reduce dimensional weight. Add only the extras you truly need (e.g., signature for B2B). Our calculator and packing tips keep costs low, and reliability high.
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Choose economy, consider drop-off where available, and prepare customs documents carefully (commercial invoice, HS codes, values). Clean paperwork prevents hold-ups and re-delivery fees, which is often where “cheap” gets lost.
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Common surcharges include remote area, address correction, oversize/overweight and non-conveyable handling. Accurate measurements, correct addresses and robust packaging eliminate most surprises.
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When the cost of being late is higher than the shipping difference—product launches, urgent tenders, perishable samples. We show the price vs. time gain so you can decide case by case.
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Yes, apply coverage selectively. For extra peace of mind, add our Transport Guarantee.
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You can instantly check the shipping costs through our rate calculator. Enter the weight, dimensions, and destination country of your shipment, and you will see all available shipping options along with their respective delivery times. The calculator can be used to compare shipping rates for both export and import shipments.
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Shipping costs are calculated based on dimensions (LxWxH in cm), weight (in kg), and the destination country. Both the actual weight (as shown on the scale) and the volumetric weight are considered.
The volumetric weight is the weight calculated based on the space your shipment occupies in the plane. The higher of the two weights (volumetric or actual weight) is used to calculate the shipping rate. You don't need to calculate this yourself; our calculator does it for you.
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You can use the discount code PP10 for 10% discount on the transportation costs of your first shipment. You can apply the discount code during the checkout process (instructions).
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Whether additional costs apply depends on whether your shipment stays within the European Union or is sent to/from a country outside the European Union. Below, you can see the additional costs for each situation.
Within the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to Italy (within the EU), there will be an additional 21% VAT on the shipping costs.
Furthermore, if your shipment stays within the European Union, you won't have to deal with any import duties or customs clearance fees because your shipment doesn't go through customs. Please note that the European Union is not the same as Europe.
View here all the countries that are part of the European Union. For example, Switzerland is part of Europe but not part of the European Union.
Outside the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to the United States, there will be no VAT (0%) applied to the displayed shipping rates.
However, there might be import duties levied by customs in the destination country if you send a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union. Typically, customs costs are charged to the recipient. This is known as Delivered At Place (DAP) in logistics terminology.
Customs is a government agency that levies import duties in certain cases to protect the local market. As a company, you can also ship using Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), which means any customs costs will be charged to you as the sender.
If you have any questions about this topic, feel free to contact us. Additionally, you can read everything about import duties, VAT, and the customs clearance process in this blog.
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A customs invoice is a form where all the goods you want to ship are specified. This invoice includes an English description of the goods, along with their corresponding value and weight.
The contents of your shipment must be specified per type of product you're sending to avoid delays at customs. A customs invoice is always prepared in quadruplicate in accordance with customs guidelines.
When is a customs invoice required?
A customs invoice is only required for shipments to/from countries outside the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - United States). If your shipment stays within the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - Italy), your shipment will not go through customs, and therefore, a customs invoice is not required.
Additionally, document shipments are not subject to customs, so if you're sending a document to a country within/outside the European Union, no customs invoice is needed.
Please note that not all goods can be shipped to every country. You can find a list of goods that cannot be sent via ParcelParcel on this page.
Do I need to create a customs invoice myself?
If you're sending a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union, it's mandatory to include a customs invoice with the shipment. We provide free support in creating a customs invoice.
You can easily generate a customs invoice through our shipping platform. The customs invoice will be automatically generated based on the content you specified during your booking.
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You can import just as easily as export via ParcelParcel.
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You can find a list of goods that cannot be shipped via ParcelParcel on this page.
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