Customs Guide for Germany
Germany has strict customs. DHL is the most reliable. PostNL and GLS are good alternatives. Always include a proper invoice. EORI number required for businesses.
Duty Threshold
€150 EUR
Tax Rate
19% VAT over €150
Code
DE
Shipping Lines Comparison
| Line | Time | Cost | Reliability | Tracking | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHL | 7-12 days | $$$$ | 97% | Full | Recommended |
| PostNL | 12-20 days | $$ | 93% | Full | Recommended |
| GLS | 10-16 days | $$$ | 94% | Full | Available |
| UPS | 5-10 days | $$$$ | 96% | Full | Available |
| EUB | 15-25 days | $ | 88% | Limited | Available |
Spreadsheet Recommendations
| Category | Item | Price | Seller | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoes | Yeezy 350 V2 LW Batch | $58 | LOL2021 | 4.8 |
| Hoodies | Represent Owners Club | $42 | Logan | 4.7 |
| Jackets | Moncler Maya Down Jacket | $125 | Jieyi | 4.9 |
| Jerseys | Bayern Munich 25/26 Home | $22 | AAAJersey | 4.5 |
| Electronics | AirPods Pro 2 Rep | $35 | HiCity | 4.6 |
Pro Tips for Germany
1
Always use DHL for Germany — worth the extra cost
2
Keep declarations under €150 when possible
3
Include a simple commercial invoice with the package
4
Do not use SAL or sea mail to Germany
5
Be patient — German customs can hold packages 3-7 days