Send A Parcel to Italy

Send Parcels to Italy from only £10.00

When you use ParcelBroker to send a parcel to Italy, you’ll make big savings! Save up to 60% on shipping to Italy with your usual couriers like DHL, Parcelforce and DPD. Quickly compare and book the service you need, whether that’s for next-day delivery or a large parcel.

You can even integrate your eCommerce platform directly to our market-leading international deliveries using the ParcelBroker WooCommerce plugin.

You could be sending Christmas presents to your parent’s retirement home in Tuscany, or exporting goods to Milan: no matter the occasion, ParcelBroker is the right choice. You’ll save money on sending, and have the invaluable expertise of our team behind you. Whatever you need, we’ll make sure it’s taken care of.

Why ParcelBroker?

40-60% cheaper than direct

Looking for reliable postage to Italy from UK? Send with us, and you’ll get the best rates - we consolidate all our deliveries, allowing us to negotiate excellent prices that major carriers don’t offer when you go direct. We use fast, reliable and trusted delivery services for shipping from the UK to Italy, so why pay more?

Exceptional customer service

Have you faced disappointing experiences in the past? Our team will be a breath of fresh air: every customer is important to us, and we make sure that everyone who sends a parcel to Italy is taken care of.

Simple booking process

Our booking process is straightforward and to the point, so you can get the services you need, when you need them. Simply choose the best rate for the service you need, fill in your details, and schedule your shipping from UK to Italy. Spend less time sending and more time selling!

Register in under 1 min

Your time is valuable, so we don’t waste it with long registration forms. Get signed up with ParcelBroker today in less than 60 seconds, and send a parcel to Italy for exceptional prices.

Customs Procedures and Regulations in Italy

Any postage to Italy from UK must follow the restrictions outlined by Italian customs (the Ministero degli Affari Esterie della Cooperazione Internazionale).

Restricted items: These are items that can be imported into the country, in some circumstances and provided certain conditions are met. If you’re shipping to Italy, it’s imperative to follow Italian customs guidance. Failure to comply can lead to fines or your goods being held at customs.

Prohibited items: These are items that cannot be sent into the country under any circumstances.

If you’re shipping from UK to Italy, it is imperative that you have obtained the relevant licences or certificates for any restricted items and that you do not intend to send prohibited items. Below, we’ve included a (non-exhaustive) list of examples:

Restricted items

- Pets and animal Products: Pets must have identification (microchip or tattoo), a rabies vaccination, and a health certificate.

- Endangered species and derivatives: Items such as ivory, tortoiseshell, coral, and reptile skin require CITES permits.

- Certain coats, fur and leather shoes (made from protected animals): These require special authorisation.

- Precious/valuable articles: Currency notes (paper money), bank notes, coins, jewellery must be enclosed in an insured Priority Mail International parcel in order to be mailable for shipping to Italy

Prohibited items

- Meat and dairy products: From non-EU countries, including the UK post-Brexit.

- Live animals and plants: Including bees, leeches, silkworms, and certain seeds

- Radioactive materials: Any items containing radioactive substances.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I address my parcel for delivery to Italy?

The Italian address system is very similar to the one we have in the UK. You’ll need to supply the recipient’s name, street address, postcode, and city. Here’s an example:

Bianchi Laura
VIA DANTE ALIGHIERI 15
20121 MILANO MI
ITALY

You will also need to write the area code, which usually consists of two letters (such as “RM” for Rome. Remember to write clearly so that foreign readers will find your address easy to understand (we recommend using block capitals).

How long does parcel delivery from the UK to Italy take?

When you send a parcel to Italy from the UK, it should take around 2–3 days to arrive. However, this timeline depends on different carriers, so be sure to check the estimated delivery times when comparing delivery prices to Italy.