Everything you need to know — transit times, customs rules, import duties, carrier options and shipping tips for Poland.
| Carrier | Economy | Express |
|---|---|---|
| GLS EuroBusinessParcel | 5–7 days | 3–4 days |
| DPD Classic | 4–6 days | 3–4 days |
| UPS Standard | 5–7 days | 2–3 days |
| DHL Economy Select | 5–7 days | 2–3 days |
| DHL Express Worldwide | — | 2–3 days |
| UPS Express Saver | — | 2–3 days |
Business days. EU shipments: no customs delay.
Poland is an EU member — no customs export declarations or import documents are required for shipments from Portugal. The following documents are only needed for commercial B2B shipments.
Not required for Portugal–Poland shipments. Both are EU member states — no customs declarations needed.
Not legally required for EU intra-community trade. Useful for multi-item B2B shipments.
Poland uses the Polish Złoty (PLN), not the euro. For B2B invoicing, declare value in EUR or PLN consistently. Poland is an EU member but has not adopted the euro.
As part of the EU Single Market, no import duties apply between Portugal and Poland. VAT rate in Poland: 23% (standard) — Poland uses PLN, not EUR. For B2C e-commerce over €150, IOSS registration may apply.
| Product Category | Typical Duty Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All goods (EU intra-community) | 0% | EU single market — no import duties between Portugal and Poland |
| VAT on B2C e-commerce (>€150) | 23% Polish VAT (in PLN) | Poland's VAT rate is 23% — the highest in the EU. IOSS simplification available. Note: invoiced in PLN. |
| Excise goods (tobacco, spirits) | Polish excise rates apply (in PLN) | Excise duty applies even for EU intra-community shipments |
Duty rates are indicative. Actual rates depend on the HS code classification of your goods. Consult a customs broker for high-value or complex shipments.
The following items have import restrictions or are prohibited in Poland. Check carrier guidelines before shipping.
Poland is one of the longer road routes from Portugal — budget 5–7 business days for economy road. DPD typically has slightly faster Polish transit times than GLS from Portugal.
Poland does not use the euro — it uses the Polish Złoty (PLN). This does not affect customs (both countries are EU members and no customs apply), but is worth noting for B2B invoicing.
DPD is particularly strong in Poland — it is one of DPD's largest markets with an extensive Polish network including DPD Pickup parcel shop locations. For consumer B2C shipments, DPD is the recommended choice.
No customs paperwork required — both Portugal and Poland are EU members. Standard shipping label is all you need.
Polish recipients are very familiar with DPD Pickup parcel shops — offering parcel shop delivery significantly reduces failed first-attempt deliveries for consumer shipments.
For urgent shipments, DHL Express and UPS Express Saver both reach Poland in 2–3 days from Portugal at a significant price premium over road economy.
Economy road carriers (GLS, DPD, UPS Standard) typically deliver from Portugal to Poland in 5–7 business days. DPD is often slightly faster at 4–6 days. Express services (DHL Express, UPS Express Saver) deliver in 2–3 business days. Compare live transit times on Cargosender.
No. Portugal and Poland are both EU member states. No customs declarations, commercial invoices or import paperwork are required for standard parcel shipments — even though Poland uses the Złoty and not the euro.
No. Poland is an EU member but has not adopted the euro. The currency is the Polish Złoty (PLN). This has no effect on customs (no customs apply between EU member states) but is relevant for B2B invoicing. When shipping parcels, the currency difference doesn't affect the shipping process.
DPD is the strongest carrier for Poland — it is one of DPD's largest European markets with excellent B2B and consumer coverage, including a large DPD Pickup parcel shop network. GLS is a close alternative at slightly lower cost. For urgent express, DHL Express and UPS Express Saver are both reliable.
Economy road shipping from Portugal to Poland costs approximately €10–€25 for parcels up to 10 kg (5–7 day transit). Express starts at €40–€80. DPD is typically the most competitive carrier for Polish routes. Compare live rates on Cargosender.
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