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What Shipping Services Are Available To Australia?
There is a range of express and economy shipping services available for small packages, depending on your business needs. Below, we’ve listed the fastest available services from each carrier, but there are lower-cost options available if delivery is not time-sensitive. With World Options, you can compare quotes based on service, delivery time and more to help you decide which service is right for you.
Services for shipping parcels to Australia include:
UPS International Services
Express Saver — delivery within five business days To Australia, usually before 12 pm
DHL International Services
Express Worldwide — delivered before the end of the next possible day
FedEx International Services
International Priority — delivered in one to three business days to Australia.
TNT International Services
Express — delivered on the next possible day, with timed services available
Each carrier will have different restrictions on items and may require additional charges for certain destinations or larger or heavier parcels. If you have any concerns, you can contact a World Options account manager for tailored advice to your specific business needs.
If you are looking to make larger shipments, you may also consider our freight services. We can provide both air freight services, which are faster but tend to be more expensive, and lower-cost sea freight services for deliveries that are not time-sensitive. For more information, visit our dedicated freight shipping page.
Why Choose World Options For Shipping Parcels To Australia?
Whether you need to ship documents, parcels, packages or pallets, you can input the weight, dimensions and destination of your goods into the World Options portal and compare quotes on relevant services within a matter of seconds. This includes shipping by air or by sea, to and from many destinations in Australia, fulfilled by FedEx, UPS, DHL and TNT, so you can select the service you need at the most competitive price.
You will also benefit from exceptional customer support. All World Options customers are assigned a dedicated account manager to help them with any shipping-related queries or advise them on the specifics of their shipments, whether that’s restrictions, paperwork or other considerations. If there is a question you need to ask, or you have a problem with a shipment, our team is always available to help.
Ship A Parcel To Australia
Thanks to significant similarities between cultures and consumer behaviour, shipping parcels to Australia is often a key priority for UK businesses. However, there are challenges to consider, from the added costs of long-distance shipping between the countries to the difficulties of providing a good service to customers, suppliers, and clients thousands of miles away.
With World Options, you can find shipping services to Australia from the UK fulfilled by many of the world’s biggest carriers. You can compare quotes on the exact service you need, book shipments and track all your parcels through one easy-to-use online portal without the need for multiple accounts with different carriers. You can track parcels to keep clients up to date on deliveries and benefit from competitive rates using our price comparison service.
To get started, fill in the quick quote form on this page to arrange a call from one of our shipping experts at your convenience, or call us on 0330 335 8100.
Australian Prohibited and Restricted Items
Australia has strict rules around what can and cannot enter the country, whether you are exporting goods on behalf of a business or an individual travelling to the country. These prohibited and restricted items may be subject to change, and if you have any concerns, it’s best to check official guidance provided by the Home Affairs department of the Australian government. Prohibited goods include but are not limited to:
Live trees, plants, and bulbs
Pencils or paintbrushes - toxic materials
Pesticides
Soap
Tobacco
Antibiotics and other drugs/medicines
Cigarette lighters
Imitation firearms
Knives and daggers
Leather items
There are very strict sanitary and phytosanitary restrictions around products that could contaminate Australia’s environmental or agricultural industry. Import risk analysis (IRA) must be undertaken on the following goods to minimise their risk:
Animals, animal products and genetic material
Biological control agents for control of pests
Plants (including for potential weed assessment)
Items that are classed as restricted may still be sent, but there will be stricter conditions around these and you should check with your shipping supplier or logistics provider about how best to transport these.
Customs Invoice For Australia
Every item being shipped to Australia must be accompanied by a customs invoice, regardless of the contents. The strict regulations around customs in Australia mean that shipments without an invoice risk being delayed, confiscated or returned to the sender. This not only means lost time on your delivery but could also require you to pay a fee for your goods to be returned.
The customs invoice should be attached to the outside of your parcel so that the contents do not need to be disturbed. The vast majority of goods being sent by businesses will be liable for duties and taxes, so this should be factored in when you are deciding on whether exporting to Australia will be profitable for your business.
Australian Customs Exceptions and Processes
Under certain circumstances, you might be entitled to a customs refund, but the exact conditions of this depend on what you are sending, its purpose and its value. Further information can be found on the Australian Border Force website.
Certain shipping suppliers and couriers will handle the customs invoice on your behalf, so it is important to check this once you decide on the service you are using. When the Australian authorities receive your goods and invoice they will use the documentation to decide what taxes and duties - if any - apply.
With World Options’ software you can prepare a customs invoice for your parcel automatically, saving you time when managing your international shipping needs.
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