Italy is fashion's other great European capital, and Lisbon to Milan is a strong route for Portuguese footwear and fashion exports looking to reach one of the industry's most demanding markets.
DHL Express, FedEx, UPS, DPD and GLS all fully accept both footwear and clothing with no restrictions. GLS FlexDelivery options are useful for undeliverable parcels at Italian ParcelShops specifically.
For clothing: fold neatly and use a clear zip-lock inner bag for moisture protection, then a poly mailer. For premium garments, add a cardboard stiffener top and bottom to prevent deformation over the longer transit distance.
No customs formalities — Portugal and Italy are both EU members, so only standard Italian IVA (22%) applies. For branded items, ensure the commercial invoice states the brand name correctly and consistently, since customs authorities flag discrepancies as a counterfeiting risk indicator.
Clothing in poly mailers is generally cheaper than boxed footwear given the significant weight difference — a 200g shirt in a poly mailer weighs far less than a boxed shoe pair, directly reducing shipping cost. Compare both on Cargosender for your specific items.
It's not a legal requirement for this EU-internal route, but it's strongly recommended — customs authorities across Europe specifically flag discrepancies between declared brand names and supporting documentation as a counterfeiting risk indicator, more so for fashion than most other categories.
Typically 3–6 business days via standard EU road courier (DPD, GLS), reflecting the longer distance compared to closer destinations like Spain or France. DHL Express is available for faster delivery at a higher cost.
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