Shipping From Australia to Poland
Last Reviewed: 29th July 2026
At a Glance
- Poland is an EU member state, so shipments clear EU customs rather than Polish customs alone, and generally need a commercial invoice, HS/TARIC code and, for business consignees, an EORI number.
- Air freight to Warsaw or Krakow typically runs 4–9 business days, while sea freight to Gdansk or Gdynia is closer to 35–50 days depending on sailing schedules.
- EU import VAT (standard rate 23% in Poland) and duty apply above the low-value consignment threshold, and the IOSS scheme only covers goods valued up to €150.
- Deliveries reach Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Poznan and other Polish cities, supporting the large Polish-Australian community as well as EU-facing trade.
- An instant online quote suits small, pre-packed personal items, while pallets, relocations and business freight are best scoped through a Service Centre familiar with EU import rules.
Poland is home to one of the largest Polish diaspora communities outside Europe, and a growing number of Australian businesses trading with its manufacturing and logistics hubs. Whether the shipment is a care package for family in Warsaw, a suitcase of belongings heading to Krakow for a relocation, or a pallet of samples bound for a distributor near Gdansk, getting a parcel from Australia into the European Union takes more than a courier label. PACK & SEND coordinates air freight, sea freight and international express courier through carrier partners including DHL, FedEx, TNT and UPS, with packing and documentation handled at a local Service Centre so the shipment is ready for EU customs before it leaves Australia. Call 1300 668 000 to talk through the right option for a specific item.
Ways to Ship from Australia to Poland
Poland's location inside the European Union means every shipment from Australia clears EU customs on arrival, whatever mode carries it. The right choice depends on size, budget, and how quickly it needs to land in Warsaw, Gdansk or another Polish city.
Air Freight
Air freight suits pallets, boxed goods and larger personal shipments that need to move faster than a ship but don't require full courier speed. It routes through major European air hubs before final delivery into Poland, and works well for business consignments where cost per kilo matters more than door-to-door speed.
Sea Freight
Sea freight is the most economical option for bulky or heavy loads, arriving via European ports such as Gdansk or Gdynia before onward transport. It's a common choice for furniture, vehicles and relocation shipments where the sender can plan well ahead, since transit takes considerably longer than air.
International Express Courier
For documents, gifts and time-sensitive parcels, international express courier through DHL, FedEx, TNT or UPS gives clients up-to-date tracking with milestone updates from pickup in Australia through to delivery in Poland. It's the quickest standard option, though genuinely urgent shipments are best coordinated through a Service Centre rather than booked online.
How Long Does Shipping to Poland Take?
Transit times vary by mode and by how quickly a shipment clears EU customs. As a general guide, air freight to Poland typically takes around 4 to 9 business days door to door, while express courier can be quicker depending on service level and origin city. Sea freight is slowest, generally 35 to 50 days depending on sailing schedules and whether the vessel calls at Gdansk or Gdynia first. Incomplete documentation, missing EORI details for business consignees, and peak season congestion around European holidays can all extend these timeframes.
How to Send a Package from Australia to Poland
1. Get a quote, either an instant online quote for a simple, pre-packed item or a Service Centre quote for anything larger or more complex.
2. Have the item assessed at a local Service Centre, where staff confirm the best carrier and mode for the destination city in Poland.
3. Prepare the required paperwork, including a commercial invoice and, for businesses, an EORI number for EU customs.
4. Have the shipment professionally packed to survive international transit and meet carrier requirements.
5. Hand it over for dispatch and track it with up-to-date milestone updates until it reaches the recipient in Poland.
Documents You'll Need
Most shipments to Poland require a detailed commercial invoice describing the goods, quantity and value, along with the correct HS or TARIC classification code so EU customs can assess duty and VAT. Business consignees generally need an EORI number, and low-value consignments may be eligible for simplified treatment under the IOSS scheme, which applies to goods valued up to roughly €150. A certificate of origin can also support duty treatment for some goods. A Service Centre can confirm which documents apply before a shipment is booked.
Instant Online Quote vs Personalised Service Centre Quote
An instant online quote suits individual senders with a pre-packed item under 20kg and valued up to $1,000. Larger, heavier or business shipments, and anything needing customs or compliance handling, suit a personalised Service Centre quote, which factors in packing, the right carrier partner (DHL, FedEx, TNT or UPS), and the documentation Poland's customs authorities will require.
What You Can Send from Australia to Poland
Individual senders use this route for care packages, gifts and clothing for family connected to Poland's large Australian diaspora, as well as personal effects for those relocating. Relocation & Removals and International relocations services support people moving household goods and furniture to or from Poland.
Business and regular senders ship samples, documents, spare parts and commercial goods to distributors and partners across Poland's EU-connected logistics network. Regular senders benefit from consistent processes for recurring shipments, and businesses moving oversized items can use the large parcel service for freight that doesn't suit standard courier bags or satchels.
Restricted & Prohibited Items for Poland
As an EU member, Poland applies EU-wide import rules on top of its own customs law, so categories such as weapons, illicit drugs, counterfeit goods, certain plant and food products, and some publications are either restricted or prohibited on entry. It's worth checking a category before booking, particularly for agricultural or food items.
Lithium batteries and other high-risk items are handled through a Service Centre rather than booked online, since they need specific packing and documentation. See Dangerous Goods & Restricted Items for more detail, or a Service Centre can check the current requirements for a specific item.
Cost of Shipping to Poland
Cost is driven by weight, dimensions, the mode chosen and how the goods are classified for EU customs. Import VAT in Poland is charged at the standard rate on the customs value of most goods, plus duty against the applicable HS/TARIC code, though low-value parcels may qualify for the simplified IOSS treatment instead. Freight cost itself reflects chargeable weight, packaging and the carrier partner used. A Service Centre can outline the likely landed cost, including any duty and VAT a recipient in Poland may need to cover, before the shipment is booked.
Where We Deliver in Poland
PACK & SEND coordinates delivery to major Polish cities including Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw and Poznan, along with surrounding regional areas. Whether the destination is a residential address for family, a Service Centre-coordinated relocation, or a distribution centre supporting EU trade, the carrier network covers Poland's key population and logistics centres, with Regular senders arrangements available for repeat business shipments.
Why PACK & SEND for This Route
Shipping into the European Union involves more moving parts than a straightforward international parcel, from EORI numbers to HS/TARIC classification and IOSS thresholds. PACK & SEND Service Centres handle packing, documentation and carrier selection across DHL, FedEx, TNT and UPS, and can arrange Freight Plus Warranty for valuable or sentimental items. Clients get up-to-date tracking with milestone updates through to delivery in Poland, and can call 1300 668 000 to talk through a diaspora care package, a relocation, or a recurring business consignment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shipping from Australia to Poland take?
Air freight generally takes around 4 to 9 business days, express courier can be quicker, and sea freight typically takes 35 to 50 days depending on the sailing schedule and port.
Do I need an EORI number to send goods to Poland?
Business consignees generally need an EORI number for EU customs clearance. Individual senders sending personal items usually don't, but a Service Centre can confirm what applies to a specific shipment.
Will I have to pay import VAT or duty in Poland?
Most shipments above the low-value threshold attract Poland's standard import VAT plus any applicable duty, calculated on the customs value and HS/TARIC classification. Low-value parcels may fall under the simplified IOSS scheme instead.
Can I get an instant online quote for any shipment to Poland?
An instant online quote is available for individual senders with a pre-packed item under 20kg and valued up to $1,000. Larger, heavier or business shipments need a personalised Service Centre quote.
Can I send lithium batteries or dangerous goods to Poland?
These need specific handling and are arranged through a Service Centre rather than booked online. See the Dangerous Goods & Restricted Items page or call a Service Centre to check current requirements for a specific item.