How to Ship to Poland from the US
Poland is one of Central Europe's largest and fastest-growing ecommerce markets, with strong demand for US electronics, clothing, and specialty goods. The large Polish-American community also generates substantial personal shipment traffic. Poland is an EU member state and follows EU customs regulations.
Polish VAT (PTU) is 23% and applies to all commercial imports from outside the EU — the €22 exemption was eliminated in July 2021. Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) also incur EU import duties. InPost parcel lockers are popular for final-mile delivery in Poland — some carriers can deliver to these lockers, which is a common preference among Polish recipients.
Typical 1 lb cost
$22-$38 USD
Typical transit
5-12 business days
Carrier Options to Poland
USPS Priority Mail International
8-12 business days. Final delivery by Poczta Polska (Polish Post). Cost-effective for light packages.
DHL Express Worldwide
3-5 business days. Strong Polish coverage, especially Warsaw and major cities.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
4-6 business days. Good for commercial shipments. Reliable tracking.
FedEx International Economy
5-7 business days. Competitive rates 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 Polish/EU authorization
- ✕Narcotics and controlled substances
- ✕Counterfeit goods
- ✕Certain food products without EU health certifications
- ✕Goods infringing EU intellectual property law
- ✕Live animals without CITES documentation
Poland-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 EU VAT (23%) applies to all commercial imports to Poland — no minimum since July 2021
- 💡 Polish postal codes are in format XX-XXX (e.g., 00-001 for central Warsaw); always include them
- 💡 Polish addresses list street name then number (ul. Marszałkowska 100) — confirm recipient format
- 💡 Many Poles prefer parcel locker delivery via InPost — ask if a locker address should be used
- 💡 Use DHL or UPS for reliable tracking; Poczta Polska tracking can be inconsistent
Frequently asked questions
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