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Shipping rates by country

Compare delivery times, prices, and customs rules for tourist shipments from Vietnam

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At a glance

Country Delivery From Duty-free
🇺🇸 United States 3-5 business days From $35/kg $0 (de minimis eliminated Aug 2025)
🇦🇺 Australia 3-5 business days From $30/kg AUD 1,000
🇯🇵 Japan 2-4 business days From $25/kg 10,000 JPY (~$67)
🇰🇷 South Korea 2-4 business days From $25/kg $150
🇬🇧 United Kingdom 4-6 business days From $35/kg 135 GBP
🇨🇳 China 2-3 business days From $20/kg 50 CNY (~$7)

* Prices are starting rates for express shipping via DHL/FedEx/UPS. Actual cost depends on weight, dimensions, and fuel surcharges.

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Ship to United States

3-5 business days From $35/kg

Popular items to ship

  • Vietnamese coffee (sealed)
  • Ao dai & silk
  • Bat Trang ceramics
  • Lacquerware
  • Oil & lacquer paintings

Customs rules

  • $0 de minimis — most shipments incur duties (since Aug 2025)
  • FDA regulates food imports — commercially packaged only
  • No meat, dairy, or fresh produce
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Ship to Australia

3-5 business days From $30/kg

Popular items to ship

  • Clothing & textiles
  • Art & paintings
  • Ceramics & pottery
  • Coffee (commercially sealed)
  • Lacquerware

Customs rules

  • AUD 1,000 duty-free threshold — most souvenirs are duty-free
  • Strict biosecurity — no food, seeds, plants, or animal products
  • Wooden items must be treated (no raw wood)
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Ship to Japan

2-4 business days From $25/kg

Popular items to ship

  • Vietnamese coffee
  • Clothing & ao dai
  • Ceramics & pottery
  • Spices (pepper, cinnamon)
  • Lacquerware

Customs rules

  • 10,000 JPY (~$67) de minimis — duties likely on most shipments
  • Meat products strictly prohibited
  • Fastest delivery among all destinations
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Ship to South Korea

2-4 business days From $25/kg

Popular items to ship

  • Vietnamese coffee
  • Dried tropical fruits
  • Clothing & textiles
  • Ceramics & lacquerware
  • Fish sauce & spices

Customs rules

  • $150 de minimis — small shipments often duty-free
  • MFDS inspects food imports — sealed packaging required
  • Korean customs is strict on accurate declarations
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Ship to United Kingdom

4-6 business days From $35/kg

Popular items to ship

  • Tailored clothing
  • Vietnamese coffee
  • Art & paintings
  • Ceramics
  • Silk & textiles

Customs rules

  • 135 GBP threshold — 20% VAT on goods above this
  • DEFRA rules: no meat, dairy, or animal products
  • Post-Brexit customs applies to all imports
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Ship to China

2-3 business days From $20/kg

Popular items to ship

  • Vietnamese coffee
  • Dried tropical fruits
  • Clothing & textiles
  • Art & handicrafts
  • Cashew nuts

Customs rules

  • 50 CNY (~$7) de minimis — very low, most items incur tax
  • Personal-use allowance of 5,000 CNY (~$700) has lower rates
  • GACC tightly regulates food imports

Pricing FAQ

How much does it cost to ship souvenirs from Vietnam?

Rates start from $20-35/kg depending on the destination country and carrier (DHL, FedEx, or UPS). We provide free quotes — just message us on WhatsApp with your items and destination.

Will I have to pay customs duties?

It depends on the destination country and shipment value. Many countries have a duty-free threshold (e.g., AUD 1,000 for Australia, $150 for South Korea). We help you declare items correctly to minimize duties.

Is shipping insurance available?

Yes, we recommend insurance for valuable items like art, jewelry, and electronics. Insurance typically costs 2-3% of the declared value and covers loss or damage during transit.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept cash (VND or USD), bank transfer, and major credit cards. Payment is collected at pickup or after we confirm the final weight and price.

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