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DHL Express online tracking is the fastest way to find out where your parcel is.

Tracking number not 10 digits? Track your shipment on the DHL eCommerce UK (formerly DHL Parcel UK) website!

Track UK shipment (14 digits e.g. 41505910017980)

Track driver calling card (7 digits e.g. 3710615)

Track UK return shipment (24 digits, always starts with 'JJD')

Send a Parcel To New Zealand Fast - DHL Courier Delivery

  • Send a parcel to New Zealand from £41.95 in 3 working days
     
  • Send letters, documents & parcels up to 25kg when dropping off, and up to 70kg per piece (max 10 pieces) when booking a courier collection. Phone DHL Customer Service for larger and heavier items
     
  • Real-time tracked & door-to-door delivery (signed for where available)
     
  • Book a courier collection online or by calling DHL Customer Service. You’ll need to print parcel labels and Customs documents; weigh and measure your own packaging
     
  • Free boxes & envelopes when dropping off your parcel at over 1,500 locations across the UK
     
  • Pre 09:00, pre 12:00, and insurance services available when booking a collection online or by phone
     
  • No need to weigh, measure or print when dropping off your parcel and prices are determined by the size of the free box or envelope you choose and the zone that you’re sending it to
     

Set in the South Pacific, New Zealand is a land of striking contrasts and natural beauty. The North Island is known for its volcanic landscapes and vibrant cities, while the South Island features majestic mountains, tranquil fjords, and pristine lakes. Rooted in Māori culture and shaped by global influences, New Zealand is celebrated for its welcoming spirit, outdoor lifestyle and strong economy built on agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, and international trade.

DHL Express provides coverage across New Zealand, reaching major cities like Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, as well as the many remote towns scattered across the North and South Islands. Through our global network spanning over 220 countries and overseas territories, we ensure that shipments to New Zealand are delivered quickly, reliably, and securely. 

Sending a parcel to New Zealand takes as little as 3 working days. Our door-to-door service includes parcel tracking and signature on delivery where available. You can monitor your shipment online or via WhatsApp chat at no extra cost (WhatsApp calls are not supported). Sending with DHL Express is simple, and there is no need to set up an account.

How do I send a parcel to New Zealand?

Choose from 3 sending options when shippping to New Zealand. You can book a collection online using our DHL Express online(DHLitNow), or by calling DHL Customer Service. Alternatively, if you prefer droping off your parcel, you can use a DHL Service Point location. Simply complete your parcel details online to save time in store. When in store, pack your items into the free packaging provided by DHL Express, then pay and send your parcel. 

Make sure to check what you can and can't send, even when sending gifts, to avoid Customs delays.

National Holidays 2025*
  • 1 January, Wednesday - New Year's Day  
  • 2 January, Thursday - Day after New Year's Day  
  • 20 January, Monday - Wellington Anniversary Day  
  • 27 January, Monday - Auckland Anniversary Day  
  • 3 February, Monday - Nelson Anniversary Day  
  • 6 February, Thursday - Waitangi Day  
  • 10 March, Monday - Taranaki Anniversary Day  
  • 24 March, Monday - Otago Anniversary Day  
  • 18 April, Friday - Good Friday  
  • 21 April, Monday - Easter Monday  
  • 22 April, Tuesday - Southland Anniversary Day  
  • 25 April, Friday - Anzac Day  
  • 2 June, Monday - King's Birthday  
  • 20 June, Friday - Matariki  
  • 22 September, Monday - South Canterbury Anniversary Day  
  • 24 October, Friday - Hawkes' Bay Anniversary Day  
  • 27 October, Monday - Labour Day  
  • 3 November, Monday - Marlborough Anniversary Day  
  • 14 November, Friday - Canterbury Anniversary Day  
  • 1 December, Monday - Chatham Islands Anniversary Day  
  • 1 December, Monday - Westland Anniversary Day  
  • 25 December, Thursday - Christmas Day  
  • 26 December, Friday - Boxing Day
 
* Public holidays in New Zealand may affect our estimated transit times.
The New Zealand flag features a dark blue field with the Union Jack in the canton and four red stars with white borders on the right side, representing the Southern Cross constellation.
Country facts
  • The All Blacks, the international rugby team, are famous worldwide for their skill and the traditional Māori haka performed before matches. They are a symbol of national pride.
  • Queenstown, situated in the South Island, is known as the adventure capital of the world, offering activities like bungee jumping, skydiving, white-water rafting, and hiking.
  • God Defend New Zealand, the national anthem, is unique in that it is sung in both English and Māori. This reflects the bilingual heritage and cultural diversity of the nation.
  • The dramatic landscapes of New Zealand served as the backdrop for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit film trilogies. Matamata (Hobbiton) attracts fans from around the world.
  • In Māori, the country is called “Aotearoa,” meaning “Land of the Long White Cloud.” The name reflects its distinctive cloud formations as well as its rich indigenous heritage
  • Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir from regions like Marlborough, Hawke’s Bay, and Central Otago are celebrated worldwide. The country is home to many stunning vineyards.
The New Zealand flag features a dark blue field with the Union Jack in the canton and four red stars with white borders on the right side, representing the Southern Cross constellation.
The New Zealand flag features a dark blue field with the Union Jack in the canton and four red stars with white borders on the right side, representing the Southern Cross constellation.

New Zealand map

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We will be happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Please call us on

0844 248 0828**

Our opening hours are 08:00-19:00 Monday to Friday.

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