How to Ship to Hungary from the US
Hungary is a Central European EU country with a growing ecommerce sector and an active Hungarian-American diaspora. US goods including electronics, clothing, and specialty foods are popular imports. Hungary has the highest standard VAT rate in the EU at 27%, which applies to all imports from outside the EU.
Hungarian VAT (ÁFA) at 27% applies to all commercial imports since the EU abolished its €22 de minimis in July 2021. Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) also incur EU import duties. Magyar Posta handles final-mile delivery for USPS shipments. Courier services generally provide faster and more reliable service.
Typical 1 lb cost
$22-$38 USD
Typical transit
5-12 business days
Carrier Options to Hungary
USPS Priority Mail International
8-12 business days. Final delivery by Magyar Posta. Best for packages under 2 lbs.
DHL Express Worldwide
3-5 business days. Reliable EU delivery including Hungary. Handles customs.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
4-6 business days. Good for commercial shipments to Budapest and beyond.
FedEx International Economy
5-7 business days. Competitive for 2-10 lb 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 Hungarian/EU authorization
- ✕Narcotics and controlled substances
- ✕Counterfeit goods
- ✕Certain food products without EU health certifications
- ✕Endangered species products (CITES-regulated)
- ✕Goods infringing EU intellectual property law
Hungary-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 Hungary has the EU's highest VAT at 27% — inform recipients that all imports incur this charge
- 💡 Hungarian postal codes are 4 digits (e.g., 1051 for Budapest's 5th district)
- 💡 Hungarian addresses put the postal code before the city: '1051 Budapest, Vörösmarty tér 1'
- 💡 Use courier services (DHL, UPS) for reliable tracking — Magyar Posta tracking can be limited
- 💡 Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) face EU import duties in addition to 27% VAT
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