How to Ship to Denmark from the US
Denmark is one of Europe's most digitally connected countries, with high per-capita ecommerce spending and strong demand for US goods including fashion, tech accessories, and specialty products. As a member of the EU, Denmark follows EU customs rules, and the EU eliminated its €22 de minimis exemption in 2021 — VAT (25%) now applies to all commercial imports regardless of value.
For US sellers, this means every package to Denmark will trigger Danish VAT. Packages valued above €150 (~$165 USD) also incur import duties. The recipient pays these charges at delivery unless the seller collects VAT via the EU's IOSS (Import One-Stop Shop) scheme.
Typical 1 lb cost
$22-$38 USD
Typical transit
5-10 business days
Carrier Options to Denmark
USPS Priority Mail International
7-10 business days. Best value for packages under 2 lbs. Final delivery by PostNord Denmark.
DHL Express Worldwide
2-4 business days. Reliable EU delivery network. Handles customs clearance.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
3-5 business days. Good for heavier packages. Comprehensive tracking.
FedEx International Economy
4-6 business days. Cost-effective for 2-10 lb packages.
Customs Forms Required
CN22 for items under $400 USD. CN23 + commercial invoice for items over $400. EU requires commercial invoice for all commercial shipments.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Firearms and ammunition without Danish Police permits
- ✕Narcotics and controlled substances
- ✕Counterfeit goods and trademark-infringing items
- ✕Certain food products without EU health certifications
- ✕Live animals without CITES documentation
- ✕Goods infringing EU intellectual property regulations
Denmark-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 EU VAT (25%) now applies to ALL commercial imports — no minimum threshold since 2021
- 💡 Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) also face import duties on top of VAT
- 💡 Danish postal codes are 4 digits (e.g., 1000 for central Copenhagen); always include them
- 💡 Use DHL or UPS for reliable EU delivery with built-in customs handling
- 💡 Register for EU IOSS if you sell regularly to Denmark/EU — collect VAT at checkout to avoid recipient surprise charges
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