How to send a package to the Czech Republic?
Are you a company or an individual
and you send parcels or documents to the Czech Republic?
On Expedismart.ch, the first shipping comparison service in Switzerland, you can book professional carriers such as DHL, FedEx, UPS, Aramex, or TNT. As a Swiss SME or private individual, do you regularly or occasionally send goods or documents to the Czech Republic? Open a free customer account in just one minute and book your shipment. Benefit from discounts of up to 70% on the public price thanks to agreements we have negotiated with our partner carriers, DHL, FedEx, UPS, TNT, and Aramex.
Customs formalities for the Czech Republic
Required documents
To send a package from Switzerland to the Czech Republic, attach the proforma invoice (automatically generated by Expedismart.ch). This invoice will provide Czech customs with information about the contents of your package. If the goods are sold in the Czech Republic, a commercial invoice must be attached, you can create this yourself or receive it automatically when booking your shipment on Expedismart.ch. For valuable goods it is recommended to take out insurance.
Compare and send a parcel from Switzerland to Czech Republic at the best price on our website. Choose the carrier (DHL, FedEx, UPS, Aramex, or TNT) that will pick up the document or package at your home and deliver it safely to the Czech Republic.
Information that must be included in your proforma or commercial invoice for a shipment to the Czech Republic
- The complete and correct address of the recipient as well as the sender (including e-mail address and telephone number).
- Accurate description of the contents of the goods as well as the value of the goods.
- Sign and date the documents
- Write the proforma invoice in Czech or English.
CHECK-LIST
- Full address
- Proforma document
- Customs declaration
- No banned goods
Delivery of goods in the Czech Republic?
Customs tariffs
Import taxes for a particular country depend on the local goods and services tax and VAT. The item category and the declared value also play a role. Duties and taxes for the Czech Republic are calculated based on the value of the imported goods and the shipping costs.
What is prohibited for import into Czech Republic?
Make sure that you do not ship prohibited goods to the Czech Republic. This list may vary depending on the carrier (FedEx, UPS, TNT, DHL, or Aramex).
- Checks
- Alcoholic beverages (Wine is acceptable from the EU countries and from third world countries, up to 100 liters)
- Products containing the biocide dimethyl fumarate (DMF)
- Animal products
- Blood and Gelatin
- Coffee
- Compact discs and diskettes
- Tapes, video cassettes
- Computer components and parts
- Drugs, Non-Prescription
- Electronic equipment, Computer
- Fabrics and fabric samples
- Foodstuffs
- Grain samples
- Oil products
- Plants and Plant Products (including some seeds and sprouts)
- Pornographic materials
- Radar equipment
- Soil and Soil Samples
- Shoes
- Sports equipment
- Swatches
- Tobacco
- Toys
*This list is subject to change and modification by the country of destination.
Making express shipments to the Czech Republic
Fragile goods
If you are shipping items that can break easily, make sure you use enough cushioning material such as newspaper, bubble wrap or foam. You can follow our guide on how to pack goods properly.
Delivery times
In the Czech Republic, parcels are delivered on weekdays between 8 am and 4 pm. Afternoon delivery between 2 pm and 7 pm (8 pm in Prague) is possible in certain cities.
On Expedismart.ch you benefit from easy and fast shipping. However, depending on the shipment, customs clearance may take longer.
Pick-ups and deliveries in the Czech Republic
Festive days
On these days, your shipments may be delayed.
- January 1st: New Year’s Day
- April 2nd: Good Friday
- April 5: Easter Monday
- May 1st: May day
- May 8: Liberation Day
- July 5: Saints Cyril and Methodius Day
- July 6: Jan Hus Day
- September 28: Czech Statehood Day
- October 28: Independence Day
- November 17: Freedom and Democracy Day
- December 24: Christmas Eve
- December 25: Christmas Day
- December 26: Second Day of Christmas
Tracking of express parcels to the Czech Republic
Track your shipment
Track your shipment to Czech Republic with Expedismart.ch.
Do not hesitate to contact us directly if you have any questions.
