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How to Ship to Romania from the US

Romania is the second-largest country in Central-Eastern Europe by population and has a fast-growing ecommerce market. A significant Romanian diaspora in the US regularly ships personal packages home. Popular items include electronics, clothing, medicine, and specialty goods. Romania is an EU member and follows EU customs regulations.

Romanian VAT (TVA) is 19% (one of the EU's lower rates) and applies to all commercial imports from outside the EU since July 2021. Packages over €150 (~$165 USD) also face EU import duties. Poșta Română (Romanian Post) handles final-mile delivery for USPS shipments, though courier services (DHL, FedEx) offer faster, more trackable alternatives.

Typical 1 lb cost

$22-$38 USD

Typical transit

6-14 business days

Carrier Options to Romania

USPS Priority Mail International

8-14 business days. Final delivery by Poșta Română. Most economical for light packages.

DHL Express Worldwide

3-5 business days. Most reliable option for Romania. Better customs handling.

UPS Worldwide Expedited

4-6 business days. Good tracking. Reliable for commercial packages.

FedEx International Economy

5-7 business days. Good 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 Romanian/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

Romania-Specific Shipping Tips

  • 💡 Romanian VAT (19%) applies to all commercial imports — no minimum since July 2021
  • 💡 Romanian postal codes are 6 digits (e.g., 010011 for central Bucharest); always include them
  • 💡 Poșta Română can be slow — use DHL or UPS for time-sensitive packages to Romania
  • 💡 Large Romanian-American communities in cities like New York and Chicago regularly ship home
  • 💡 Packages over €150 face EU import duties in addition to 19% VAT

Frequently asked questions

How long does shipping to Romania take?
USPS Priority Mail International: 8-14 business days (sometimes longer via Poșta Română). DHL/UPS/FedEx: 3-6 business days. Use couriers for more reliable transit times.
Does the recipient pay VAT on US imports to Romania?
Yes. Romanian VAT (19%) applies to all commercial imports. Above €150, import duties also apply. Recipients pay at delivery unless the seller uses EU IOSS.
Is Poșta Română reliable for international packages?
Romanian Post can be slow and tracking is sometimes limited. For valuable or time-sensitive packages, use DHL, UPS, or FedEx. USPS Priority Mail International is fine for non-urgent packages.
Can I ship medicine to Romania?
Prescription drugs require valid medical documentation and may face restrictions. OTC supplements and vitamins are generally allowed. Declare all health products accurately and include documentation.
What's the postal code format in Romania?
Romanian postal codes are 6 digits with no separator (e.g., 010011 for Bucharest). Always include the full 6-digit code. The country name 'Romania' is the same in English and Romanian.

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