Need to send a parcel from the UK to Turkey? Compare international courier prices and save up to 50%. We cover customs requirements, delivery times, and the cheapest options for shipping to Istanbul, Ankara, and beyond.

How much does it cost to send a parcel to Turkey?

Sending a parcel from the UK to Turkey starts from around £11.99 for a small 1kg package using an economy service. Express delivery with tracking typically costs £22.99–£49.00 depending on weight. Booking through Parcelfire saves 30–50% versus going direct to the courier.

UK to Turkey courier prices

Service	Small (1kg)	Medium (5kg)	Large (15kg)	Delivery time
Economy (Royal Mail / Parcelforce)	£11.99	£29.99	£49.99	10–21 days
Standard (DHL / UPS)	£22.99	£46.50	£72.50	4–6 days
Express (DHL Express / FedEx)	£32.99	£64.50	£95.00	1–3 days
Royal Mail International Tracked	£14.99	£34.99	£56.99	7–14 days

Prices shown are approximate via comparison booking. Direct courier prices are typically 20–40% higher. Turkish customs duties may apply on arrival.

Customs & documentation for Turkey

Turkey applies customs duty on imported goods valued over EUR 150 (approximately £130). Below this threshold, personal shipments are generally duty-free. Turkey charges 20% KDV (VAT) on imports above the threshold, plus customs duty rates that vary by product category (typically 0–20%).

All shipments require a customs declaration (CN23). The recipient's Turkish ID number (T.C. Kimlik Numarasi) is required for customs clearance. Turkish customs (Gumruk) can hold parcels at the local post office for collection if duties are owed. Commercial shipments may require additional import documentation.

Best couriers for UK to Turkey

For budget shipping, Royal Mail International Tracked provides affordable 7–14 day delivery. Turkey is relatively close to the UK, so transit times are shorter than many international routes. DHL and UPS offer reliable 4–6 day delivery with full tracking. DHL Express provides next-day delivery to Istanbul and 2–3 days to other Turkish cities.

Tips for sending to Turkey

Keep shipments under EUR 150 to avoid duty. Personal items below this threshold are generally duty-free.
Include the recipient's T.C. Kimlik number. Turkish customs requires this ID number for clearance.
Turkey restricts food and alcohol imports. Avoid sending perishables, alcohol, or pork products.
Express services are fast to Istanbul. DHL Express can deliver next-day to Istanbul and Ankara.
Write addresses clearly with the postal code. Turkish postal codes are 5 digits. Include the district (ilce) for faster delivery.

The bottom line

Sending a parcel from the UK to Turkey starts from just £11.99 for economy services. Turkey's proximity to Europe means faster transit times than many international routes. Enter your parcel details below to see live quotes.

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