Shipping from Australia to Germany
At a Glance
- PACK & SEND provides premium, managed shipping from Australia to Germany for parcels, freight and personal effects.
- Service Centre shipping is recommended for fragile, high-value, oversized or unpacked items, excess baggage and all business senders.
- Individuals with pre-packed parcels under 20 kg and up to $1,000 in value may be eligible to book online.
- Air freight and sea freight options are available, with delivery across Germany from major cities to regional towns.
- Every shipment includes customs documentation support and up-to-date tracking with milestone updates.
Shipping to Germany from Australia is simple when a retail logistics company manages every step for you. PACK & SEND makes international shipping to Germany easy, whether you need to send a parcel, move commercial freight or relocate a household.
With tailored solutions for both business and personal senders, we are your international courier to Germany: we pack with precision, send with confidence, and handle everything in between.
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Your Booking Options for Shipping from Australia to Germany
PACK & SEND gives you three booking options for shipping from Australia to Germany, ranging from a personalised Service Centre quote to PACK & SEND Live for business senders. If you are working out how to send a parcel to Germany, these are the three ways to ship to Germany, and each suits a different kind of shipment:
Service Centre Shipping (Recommended)
A personalised quote from your local PACK & SEND Service Centre is the recommended path for almost every shipment. It is essential for:
- Anything fragile, high-value, oversized or unpacked
- Lithium battery items and excess baggage
- Anything over 20 kg or $1,000 in value
- All business and regular senders
Your Service Centre arranges professional packing, customs documentation, specialist guidance and pickup from your door. Request a courier quote online or by phone, or visit a PACK & SEND Service Centre near you.
Book Online (Self-Service)
If your shipment is eligible, you may be able to book online. Online self-service is a limited, no-frills option for individuals sending pre-packed parcels under 20 kg and up to $1,000 in value that need no special handling.
There is no packing assistance or tailored advice, and business or regular senders are directed to a personalised quote instead.
PACK & SEND Live (For Business Senders)
PACK & SEND Live suits business clients who ship regularly and want a streamlined fulfilment option. It brings automation, system integration and scalable support to recurring consignments. Talk to your local team about opening a business account, or explore our support for regular senders.
Shipping Methods from Australia to Germany
We offer flexible international freight options to Germany by air and sea:
Air Freight (Express & Standard)
Air freight to Germany is the fastest option. Our express international shipping service typically reaches major cities such as Berlin, Munich and Frankfurt in 3–7 business days, ideal for urgent documents and time-critical parcels.
Standard air freight suits heavier consignments and generally takes 7–12 business days. These timeframes are a guide only, as factors outside PACK & SEND’s control may affect delivery schedules.
Sea Freight
Sea freight suits larger or less urgent consignments. Choose from:
- LCL (Less than Container Load): to share container space with other consignments
- FCL (Full Container Load): when you are shipping a container to Germany outright
As your freight forwarder for Germany-bound consignments, we manage bookings, documentation and port-to-door coordination. Transit typically ranges from 6–10 weeks depending on route and destination port, with LCL sometimes taking longer due to consolidation. These timeframes are a guide only and can be affected by factors outside PACK & SEND’s control.
Shipping Costs from Australia to Germany
The cost of shipping from Australia to Germany depends on the specifics of your consignment, so every quote is personalised. The price of sending a parcel from Australia to Germany reflects:
- Actual and dimensional weight
- Package dimensions
- Service level (express, air or sea)
- Packing or special handling requirements
Duties, import taxes or other charges may also apply, depending on the goods. We focus on transparent, tailored pricing and premium handling. For pricing, contact your nearest PACK & SEND Service Centre for a personalised quote.
Germany Customs, Duties and Taxes
Goods sent from Australia to Germany are cleared by German customs. Whether customs duty, import VAT or other charges apply generally depends on:
- The type of goods and their classification
- The value of the goods
- The circumstances of the shipment, including whether it is a gift
Some gifts may qualify for duty relief, depending on the type and value of the goods and the circumstances of the shipment. Other charges, including import taxes or customs fees, may still apply.
Your Service Centre helps prepare accurate customs documentation and can advise on the requirements and charges for your specific shipment. Final decisions rest with German customs, and customs processing and any related delays are outside PACK & SEND’s control. For added peace of mind, ask about our loss and damage warranty options.
What You Can Send to Germany
From commercial freight to personal effects and international relocations, we manage shipments of nearly any size, weight or complexity. If it is legal and transportable, we can usually design a solution. Clients sending parcels to Germany regularly trust us with:
- Personal belongings and excess baggage, including shipping luggage to Germany ahead of a move
- Commercial and industrial products
- Furniture and household items
- Electronics, artwork and musical instruments
- Fragile, oversized or unusually shaped consignments
If you are sending a package to Germany that contains anything delicate or valuable, tell your Service Centre up front so the right packing and paperwork are arranged from the start.
Expert Packaging for Secure International Delivery
Professional packing protects your shipment across 16,000 kilometres of air or sea transit. Whether you are shipping boxes to Germany or crating artwork, our professional packing services include:
- Art and antiques packing: museum-grade protection for paintings, sculptures and heirlooms
- Computers and electronics packing with custom foam cushioning to guard against shock and moisture
- Custom boxes, cases and crates built for furniture and high-value items
- Lithium battery shipments arranged through your Service Centre, where our team manages compliant dangerous goods packing and documentation
Track & Trace Your Delivery to Germany
Every consignment travels with up-to-date tracking and milestone updates, so you always know where things stand when shipping packages to Germany. Enter your reference in our online tracking system at any stage, and most services include signature confirmation on delivery.
We Deliver Throughout Germany
PACK & SEND arranges delivery across all of Germany, from the biggest cities to regional towns and villages. Our carrier network provides a dependable Germany delivery service to key hubs including:
- Berlin
- Hamburg
- Munich
- Frankfurt
- Cologne
- Düsseldorf
- Stuttgart
- Dortmund
- Bremen
Wherever your recipient lives, our Germany courier partners complete the final leg, and sending packages to Germany’s regional communities is just as manageable as a city address.
Reliable Logistics Experts for Shipping from Australia to Germany
PACK & SEND has spent more than thirty years helping Australian businesses and families send freight to Germany with complete peace of mind.
Trusted people, proven process, personal service: every consignment is managed end to end by your local Service Centre team, which keeps German shipping straightforward whether you are exporting merchandise, supporting family in Berlin or moving overseas. From a single carton to a full container, we tailor the solution to your timeline, cargo type and handling needs.
Send a Package from Australia to Germany Today!
Ready to ship a package to Germany? Your local PACK & SEND Service Centre will prepare a personalised quote and a tailored plan for getting your package to Germany safely. With 135+ Service Centres across Australia, including Melbourne, Sydney and Perth, expert help is always close by. Logistics, the way it should be done.
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FAQs About Shipping from Australia to Germany
How long does delivery to Germany from Australia take?
Express air services typically arrive in 3 to 7 business days, standard air freight in 7 to 12 business days, and sea freight in 6 to 10 weeks. These timeframes are a guide only, as customs processing, carrier schedules and other factors outside PACK & SEND’s control may affect delivery schedules.
Your local Service Centre can confirm current estimates when you book.
How much is it to send a package to Germany?
The cost depends on weight, dimensions, service level and any special handling, so every parcel to Germany is quoted on its own details.
Individuals sending an eligible pre-packed parcel under 20 kg and up to $1,000 in value may be able to book online, while everything else receives a personalised quote from your local PACK & SEND Service Centre with transparent, tailored pricing.
Can I track my shipment to Germany?
Yes. Every shipment to Germany includes up-to-date tracking with milestone updates through our track and trace tool, and most express services add signature confirmation on delivery. You can follow your consignment from pickup in Australia to the door in Germany using your unique tracking reference.
Can I send gifts to Germany from Australia?
Yes, posting parcels to Germany as gifts is one of the most popular ways our clients use this service. Some gifts sent to Germany may qualify for duty relief, depending on the type and value of the goods and the circumstances of the shipment. Other charges, including import taxes or customs fees, may still apply.
Declare the contents and value accurately and mark the consignment clearly as a gift. Your local PACK & SEND Service Centre can assist with the requirements and charges for your specific shipment.
Are there any restrictions on what I can send to Germany?
Yes. German and EU rules restrict or prohibit items including:
- Firearms and ammunition
- Hazardous or flammable goods
- Many foods of animal origin, such as meat and dairy
- Some plants and seeds
- Counterfeit goods
- E-cigarettes and vaping products containing nicotine
- Items containing soil or organic material
Lithium batteries can only be arranged through a Service Centre. Always declare everything you are sending so our team can advise, and ask your local Service Centre about the current requirements before you ship.
What should I know about German customs?
When sending to Germany, you'll generally need to provide accurate details about the goods, including a description and value. Additional customs documentation or permits may be required depending on what you're sending, and import VAT, customs duty or other charges may apply depending on the goods and their value.
Your Service Centre helps prepare the documentation and can advise on what your shipment needs, though clearance decisions and timing rest with German customs.
Can PACK & SEND ship from Germany to Australia?
Yes. If you need goods moved in the other direction, our import services manage shipping from Germany to Australia, including collection in Germany, customs clearance and delivery to your Australian address. Contact your local Service Centre for a personalised import quote.