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The United States of America spans across North America and is one of the most influential nations in the world. Fast, secure and reliable shipping to the USA with DHL Express takes just 1 working day. As the world leader in global logistics, DHL Express operates in over 220 countries and territories worldwide, including iconic cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston and Miami. You can track your shipment online or via WhatsApp chat (calls are not supported). There’s no need to open an account with us, which makes the process quick, easy, and stress-free.
There are 3 simple ways to send a parcel to the USA with DHL Express. You can book online using our DHL Express (DHLitNow) service, speak to our Customer Service team to arrange it by phone, or drop your parcel off at a DHL Service Point near you. If dropping your parcel off in store works better for you, complete your parcel details online first to save time. You can then pack your items using the free packaging provided in store, pay, and send.
Make sure to check what you can and can't send, and read our guide to sending gifts. Follow our tips to avoid Customs delays.
There are important changes to Customs rules for sending parcels to the USA starting from 29 August 2025. Previously, most goods valued under $800 could be sent to the USA without Customs charges being applied. However, this de minimis threshold has been removed. Now, all shipments entering the USA, regardless of their value or origin, will be subject to applicable duties and taxes during the Customs clearance process.
Here’s what you need to know:
The good news is that DHL Express’ services are fully compliant with U.S. Customs regulations and will continue to offer delivery to the USA in 1-2 days.
If you would like to estimate the Customs charges that may apply, please use our free Global Trade Services tool, MyGTS.
Refer to our FAQs at the end of this page for more information on this subject and contact Customer Service if you’d like further support with sending to the USA.
* Public holidays in the USA may affect our estimated transit times.
Large and heavy
Need to ship large or heavy parcels within the UK or internationally? DHL Express simplifies big and heavy parcel shipping, ensuring smooth Customs clearance and accurate compliance with international regulations. We ensure your large and heavy parcels arrive safely, securely and timely.
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DHL Express offers both Express and Economy international shipping service options. Choose Express for time-critical deliveries or Economy for reliable, less urgent shipping with our Economy Select service (for account holders only).
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Need a reliable local or international shipping partner? If you're a UK-based business, open a DHL Express account to unlock exclusive benefits, support, and expertise to grow your business. Choose the shipping speed you need and we'll deliver. Choose Express for time-critical deliveries by air, or Standard for reliable, less urgent shipping with our Economy Select service.
All shipments containing goods, regardless of value or country of origin, will now be subject to all applicable duties, taxes, and the Informal or Formal Customs Clearance process.
Shipments may experience increased import costs as duties are levied based on product specifications like General Duty Rates, or type of commodity like tariffs for metals such as steel, aluminium or copper, or based on country of origin like the various tariffs imposed under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA) which vary by country. Details for UK Businesses can be found at Business.gov.uk
This change applies globally, across all modes of transportation, including express carriers and postal services.
DHL Express has decades of expertise in navigating global trade across more than 220 countries and territories. If you have an account with DHL Express, please reach out to your account manager if you would like any support in navigating these regulatory changes and finding new opportunities for your business.
If you don’t have an account with DHL Express you can just get a quote to compare prices between our 3 sending methods for non-account holders to send your parcel to the USA.
De Minimus used to refer to shipments valued at under $800 which were duty and tax free. The De Minimus tariff no longer applies from 29 August 2025, as per latest executive order.
Informal Entry now apply for shipments valued between $1 to $2,500. Duties and taxes are based on HTSUS (Harmonised Tariff Schedule of the U.S).
Formal Entry remains unchanged and applies to shipments valued above $2,500. Duties and taxes are based on HTSUS (Harmonised Tariff Schedule of the U.S). Requires Ultimate consignee Tax ID.
We remain fully committed to supporting your business during this transition. To minimise potential disruption, DHL has:
Updated DHL Express MyGTS – Global Trade Services, a comprehensive AI based solution for automated Customs, duty, and tax management, giving you full landed cost visibility and streamlined trade compliance.
To avoid additional costs, delays or penalties, please ensure your commercial invoice includes complete and accurate information:
The removal of the USA de minimis threshold represents a major shift for global trade and cross-border e-commerce. While it increases friction for low-value shipments, it also creates opportunities to:
The team at DHL Express is here to support you in reaching new markets faster, enabling full landed cost transparency and providing smart logistics tools tailored for global growth.
To protect USA sales and maintain customer trust, we recommend:
To avoid any potential confusion related to recent media reports:
Please also note that DHL Express will maintain its current published Customs fees, consistent with industry standards. However, under the new regulations, most shipments will now attract duty.
