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  • Pickup and drop off services available
  • Home or work delivery services available
  • Protection cover available
  • Delivery as fast as 1 day
  • Services available from $27.78

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Weight Price Service Rating
1lb $27.78 Light Packet

5lb $57.73 EMS Parcel Post

10lb $86.35 EMS Parcel Post

20lb $141.53 EMS Parcel Post

30lb $202.43 EMS Parcel Post

Shipping to Australia

Shipping to Australia doesn't have to be as daunting as it may initially appear. With Parcel Monkey you can ship a package to Australia easily and cheaply using big-brand couriers at discounted rates.

To find the cheapest way to ship to Australia, use our simple shipping calculator to compare prices and book discounted services with DHL, USPS, FedEx and more.

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How much is shipping to Australia?

Shipping costs to Australia vary and are influenced by the size and weight of your box, how quickly you want your package to arrive and the location you’re shipping from. This may sound complicated but with Parcel Monkey, you can get a quote in seconds.

Find the cheapest way to ship to Australia  

We want you to use our cheap shipping services to Australia, so we’ve made the process as simple as possible to help you find the best price in just a couple of clicks.

6 simple steps to find the cheapest way to send a package to Australia:

  1. Package your item
  2. Weigh (lbs.) and measure your package (L x W x H inch)
  3. Enter the dimensions/weight of your package into our shipping calculator
  4. Give a description and value for the item you’re shipping
  5. Complete the address for where you’re sending from and to
  6. Get a quote  

USPS shipping to Australia

If you’d like to ship a package to Australia using USPS, but you don’t have time to queue at the Post Office, you can book discounted USPS services online with Parcel Monkey.

Reduce the cost of postage to Australia by booking services like USPS Priority Mail International, using our shipping calculator. Simply print and attach your shipping labels at home, then drop off your package at your local USPS post office at a time that’s convenient for you.

Our postage costs to Australia are cheaper than the post office and you’ll receive exactly the same level of service, complete with full USPS tracking.

How long does it take to ship to Australia?

You can send a package to Australia from the US in as little as 1-2 business days if you book an expedited shipping service, where an economy shipping service could take 4-10 business days, depending on the carrier.

Not only does our shipping calculator help you find the cheapest shipping rates to Australia, but it also allows you to compare transit times, so you can choose the best service to suit your needs and budget.

Here are a few examples of our shipping services to Australia:

Economy shipping to Australia

  • EMS Parcel Post is one of the cheapest ways to send a package to Australia, offering tracked delivery in 7-16 business days. This is a tracked mail service, so tracking updates are less frequent than a fully tracked courier service. 
  • International Drop Off – if you’re looking for a faster delivery time, but still at a reasonable price, you can book our own-brand service operated by FedEx. Simply book online and drop off your package at your nearest FedEx store for delivery to Australia in 2-5 business days.

Expedited shipping to Australia

  • DHL Express offers the fastest way to ship to Australia from the US, with a delivery time of just 1-2 business days. This premium service is fully tracked and includes a courier pick-up from your home or work address.
  • International Priority Drop Off takes a little longer, at 1-3 business days and is a package drop-off service, which reduces the cost significantly. Operated by FedEx, this is a reliable and cost-effective option for deliveries which require a fast transit time to Australia.

What can I ship to Australia?

Whether you’re an eBay seller who has sold an item to someone in Brisbane, or you’re a business with a customer in Sydney, Parcel Monkey can help you ship a wide range of goods. From large and heavy items to clothes and vinyl records. As long as it’s not prohibited by Australia Customs or our carriers, we can ship it.  

However, Australia does have some strict rules regarding imports, which apply to packages sent to the country both by courier and post.

Even items which are allowed into the country are subject to close inspection and quarantine, especially any form of agricultural product. Plants and soil are strictly prohibited and that includes items that come into contact with soil, like used outdoor sports clothing/equipment, used gardening equipment or outdoor furniture. 

The Australian Border Force provides a very comprehensive guide on what items can be imported to Australia, so before you send your package, please check this to avoid unnecessary delays.

Customs Information

When you ship a package to Australia from the US, you will be required to supply a customs declaration, which details the goods you’re sending and the value for each item. However, when you ship packages to Australia with Parcel Monkey, we’ll take care of this during the booking process. We’ll ask you the relevant questions, then all you need to do is print the customs declaration and attach it to your package.

Depending on what you're sending, customs charges may also apply, and these will need to be paid by the recipient before Australian Customs will release your parcel. Please ensure the recipient is aware of any charges due and make sure you enclose up to date contact information for them so they can be easily contacted by customs when the parcel arrives. 

You can see our customs advice for further information on this.

Prohibited items

 

  • Weapons of any kind, including imitation firearms
  • Live animals
  • Live plants
  • Soil, mud or clay
  • Fireworks
  • Illegal pornography
  • Pirated DVDs
  • Fake designer goods
  • Terrorism materials
  • Illegal substances
  • Steroids

This is not an exhaustive list of items prohibited from import to Australia, please check the Australian Border Force website for full details.

Before you ship a package to Australia, please also check the Parcel Monkey restricted and prohibited items list, as there could be additional restrictions which have been imposed by our courier partners.

Items specifically prohibited for shipping to Australia include:

  • Lasers - Laser Pointer

View our full list of prohibited goods

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you offer door to door delivery?

    The Parcel Monkey marketplace uses a shipping calculator to find the best prices for shipping your items door to door via a range of different couriers. 

    With full tracking on almost all of our delivery services, you can follow your package from the moment it leaves you until it arrives with the recipient. We always advise providing the contact number of the recipient so that if needed, the courier can contact them to resolve any issues with the delivery.

    Some of our courier services are delivered to a local Post Office, where the recipient will need to collect the package from such as with DHL eCommerce to some remote areas so it is essential to provide a working contact number. Items shipped with Parcel Monkey are also done so DDU, so it might be that Customs need to collect payment from the recipient before delivery. We offer Customs Advice to help with the completion of any Customs Documents. 

    If you want to know more about what a courier is and how to choose the best service for your package, we can help. 

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  • Can I add protection cover to my order?

    When you place an order via the Parcel Monkey marketplace, during the booking process you can add protection cover to your item. As long as your item is not prohibited, has been packaged properly and you follow our Claims Procedure, you will be protected should your item be lost or damaged. 

    Some of our services offer no protection cover, but others do and some even offer free cover up to a certain value. You can view this information when you get a price via our shipping calculator. 

    Please ensure that the item is not on the prohibited items list as this will make it void.

    It is also vital to remember your package is going to be sent with global carriers, likely to be handled in various customs and airport departments so be sure to package the item correctly so it is well protected and cannot move around in the box. 

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  • How long will it take for my package to be delivered?

    Before you choose how to send your package, consider how quickly you need it to arrive. Transit times depend on two key factors- the shipping destination and the courier service you choose from the Parcel Monkey marketplace. 

    When choosing a courier from our marketplace, we will display an estimated delivery time, provided by the couriers themselves as they handle the goods.

    You can see how long it will take to arrive with the receiver and we advise that you share this tracking with the recipient so they can see when it is set to arrive. Always provide the recipient contact number when you book in case the delivery courier needs to contact them. 

    You can choose slower economy services such as DHL eCommerce if looking to save on the cost, or you can choose a speedy Express service that gets the package delivered more quickly like our 2-5 day International Drop Off service provided by FedEx, also available as a Pickup. 

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