There's no fixed rate — cost depends on weight, dimensions, destination and delivery speed. Cargosender shows live, comparable quotes from DHL, DPD, GLS, UPS and FedEx for your exact parcel, so you can see the real price before booking rather than a generic 'starting from' figure.

Cargosender compares DHL, DPD, GLS, UPS and FedEx for shipments from Belgium. GLS and DPD are typically the most cost-effective for EU road shipments, while DHL Express and UPS are faster for international or time-sensitive deliveries.

Delivery times depend on the destination. To neighbouring EU countries (Netherlands, Germany, France): 1–3 business days. To Southern Europe (Spain, Italy): 3–5 business days. To non-EU countries: typically 5–10 business days, depending on customs clearance.

Yes. Shipments to the UK, USA, Switzerland, Norway and other non-EU destinations need a commercial invoice with an HS code. Regular exporters also need an EORI number, issued free by Belgian customs. Cargosender generates the commercial invoice automatically at checkout. Shipments within the EU need no customs paperwork at all.

Restrictions depend on the carrier and destination, but common prohibited or restricted categories include lithium batteries shipped alone, weapons and replica firearms, perfumes and aerosols on certain services, and cash and valuables. See our guides on shipping lithium batteries, weapons and knives, and cash and valuables for the specific rules that apply to your item.