International · NL

How to Ship to the Netherlands from the US

The Netherlands is a small but high-value EU destination — strong ecommerce adoption, reliable infrastructure, and English-fluent consumer base. PostNL handles USPS last-mile delivery. DHL (originally Dutch-German) has extensive local network.

Standard EU VAT rules apply — IOSS registration for non-EU sellers is recommended.

Typical 1 lb cost

$20-$40 USD

Typical transit

3-10 business days

Carrier Options to Netherlands

DHL Express Worldwide

1-3 business days. Dutch home turf for DHL.

FedEx International Priority

1-3 business days.

USPS Priority Mail International

7-10 business days. PostNL final delivery (efficient).

UPS Worldwide Saver

2-4 business days.

Customs Forms Required

CN22 under $400. CN23 + commercial invoice above.

Commonly Prohibited Items

  • Counterfeit goods
  • Certain food products
  • Weapons and knives above legal limits
  • Drugs (even where legal locally, import restrictions apply)

Netherlands-Specific Shipping Tips

  • 💡 Dutch VAT: 21% standard. 9% reduced for food and some essentials
  • 💡 Register for IOSS
  • 💡 Dutch addresses: Straat + number + postcode (4 digits + 2 letters) + city
  • 💡 PostNL delivers in 1-2 days within NL once package clears customs
  • 💡 English is widely spoken — English labels and communication usually fine

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