How to Ship to Finland from the US
Finland is a tech-savvy Nordic country with a high standard of living and consistent demand for US electronics, outdoor gear, and specialty goods. Finnish consumers are experienced online shoppers, and English is widely understood. As an EU member, Finland follows EU import rules with a standard VAT rate of 24%.
The EU eliminated its low-value import VAT exemption in July 2021, meaning all commercial shipments to Finland are subject to Finnish VAT (24%) regardless of value. Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) also face customs duties. Recipients pay at delivery unless the US seller is registered under EU IOSS.
Typical 1 lb cost
$22-$40 USD
Typical transit
5-12 business days
Carrier Options to Finland
USPS Priority Mail International
7-12 business days. Most economical for packages under 2 lbs. Final delivery by Posti (Finnish postal service).
DHL Express Worldwide
2-4 business days. Strong Nordic network. Best for reliable fast delivery.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
3-5 business days. Consistent tracking and EU customs expertise.
FedEx International Priority
2-4 business days. Good for time-sensitive or higher-value packages.
Customs Forms Required
CN22 for items under $400 USD. CN23 + commercial invoice for items over $400. Commercial invoice required for all EU commercial shipments.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Firearms and weapons without Finnish police authorization
- ✕Narcotics and controlled substances
- ✕Counterfeit or pirated goods
- ✕Certain food products without EU health certifications
- ✕Live plants without phytosanitary certificates
- ✕Alcohol above personal-use thresholds
Finland-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 EU VAT (24%) applies to all imports to Finland — no minimum since July 2021
- 💡 Finnish postal codes are 5 digits (e.g., 00100 for Helsinki); always include them
- 💡 Posti (Finland's postal service) handles final delivery for USPS packages — tracking may show gaps
- 💡 Use DHL or UPS for faster, more trackable delivery with better EU customs handling
- 💡 Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) incur import duties in addition to VAT
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