Royal Mail vs DHL — AllChinaBuy shipping to the UK
Post-Brexit UK imports always pass HMRC — your shipping line determines speed and handling fees.
Royal Mail / EMS
- Time: 8–15 days
- Cost: £20–35 for 2 kg
- HMRC: £8 handling fee on taxed parcels
- Best for: Sub-2 kg budget hauls
DHL Express
- Time: 5–8 days
- Cost: £35–60 for 2 kg
- HMRC: £11–15 clearance admin
- Best for: £100+ orders needing tracking
Calculate on our GBP shipping calculator.
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