Parcel Forwarding Service From UK to Australia.
Sign up for a free UK address, buy from British shops that will not post to Australia, and we deliver to your door in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or wherever you live. Parcels of 1 kg start at £33.70.
British shops that do not post to Australia
How Does UK to Australia Parcel Forwarding Work?
Get your free UK address
Open an account in 30 seconds and you are given a private Manchester warehouse address with a suite code that identifies your parcels.
Shop UK stores
Enter it as the delivery address on any UK website, including the large number of retailers that have never offered shipping to Australia.
We receive & consolidate
We log and photograph each arrival, hold it free for up to 30 days, and pack several orders together so you pay for one long-haul flight.
We ship to Australia
Ship with Royal Mail, DPD, Parcelforce or FedEx. Each service is tracked, insurance is optional, and you can follow the parcel to your door.
Calculate the cost of shipping from UK to Australia
Shipping prices from the UK to Australia
Long-haul rates for 1 kg from Manchester, last checked in September 2026.
| Courier | Service | Delivery time | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail | International Tracked | 5–7 working days | £33.70 |
| DPD | Air Classic | 6–8 working days | £40.57 |
| DPD | Air Express | 5–7 working days | £50.52 |
| Parcelforce | Global Priority | 6–8 working days | £55.43 |
| FedEx | World Express | 3–5 working days | £62.12 |
Real people handle your parcels
Parcels heading to Australia are handled by our own Manchester team: checked on arrival, photographed and packed to survive a long-haul flight. If anything is damaged or missing, they contact you before it ships.
- Photo record from the moment it arrives
- Repacked by hand for long-haul transit
- Support that replies across time zones
Customs & import duties in Australia
Nothing at the border under A$1,000
Parcels worth A$1,000 or less, about £520, clear without customs duty or border charges. That covers most everyday orders and is one of the highest thresholds in the world, which keeps this route simpler than shipping into Europe.
Above A$1,000: duty, GST and a processing charge
Above A$1,000, the Australian Border Force charges customs duty, usually 5% and 0% for most computers and phones, then 10% GST on the goods, shipping and duty combined, plus an import processing charge.
Estimate before you buy
The free duty calculator shows whether your order passes the A$1,000 line and what you would owe if it does.
Duty calculatorBelow the threshold nothing is collected at the border, because GST on low-value goods is handled under Australia's low-value imported goods rules instead. Final rates depend on the product classification, so use these figures as an estimate, not a quote.
What imports really cost in Australia?
Examples measured against the A$1,000 threshold, with a typical 5% duty above it (0% for most computing goods) and 10% GST. Amounts are in pounds; customs converts to dollars at the rate on the day.
| Item | Value + shipping | Customs duty | GST (10%) | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare set (under A$1,000) | £60 + £15 | £0 | £0 | £75 |
| Sneakers (under A$1,000) | £110 + £20 | £0 | £0 | £130 |
| Designer coat | £700 + £25 | £35 | £76.00 | £836.00 |
| Laptop | £999 + £25 | £0 | £102.40 | £1,126.40 |
For illustration only. The rate that applies depends on the product category. Estimate your own item →
Popular UK stores Australian shoppers use Atvido for
Fashion
- ASOS
- Next
- Marks & Spencer
- John Lewis
- Burberry
- Selfridges
Electronics
- Amazon UK
- Argos
- Currys
- AO.com
- eBay UK
- Richer Sounds
Beauty & health
- Boots
- Superdrug
- Lookfantastic
- Cult Beauty
- The Body Shop
- Holland & Barrett
Toys & collectibles
- Hamleys
- LEGO UK
- Games Workshop
- HMV
- Disney Store UK
- Vinted
What cannot be shipped from UK to Australia?
Australia has some of the strictest import and biosecurity rules. Items that often cause problems:
- Nicotine vapes and e-liquids without a licence or prescription
- Seeds, plants, soil and untreated wood
- Food and animal products that fail biosecurity checks
- Firearms, weapons and imitation guns
- Counterfeit goods
- Loose lithium batteries, aerosols and flammables
Check with our support team before you buy anything on this list. A person will answer.
What our customers say
A great choice!
“A very reliable, very fast company with great prices — the communication is excellent, too! It is always a great pleasure dealing with Atvido.”
Aggelos · GreeceSmooth and fast
“Staff was fast to respond to all my messages and delivery was good. Highly recommend.”
RyanFrequently asked questions
What is UK to Australia parcel forwarding?
We give you a UK address at our Manchester warehouse. You check out with it on British sites, the shop treats it as a UK delivery, and we fly the parcel on to your address in Australia. That opens up the many UK retailers that have never shipped this far.
Is UK to Australia parcel forwarding legit?
Yes. Parcel forwarding is legal and widely used, and every parcel is declared to Australian customs as a normal import. Read independent reviews before choosing a forwarder rather than relying on the company's own claims.
What is the best way of shipping from the UK to Australia?
Royal Mail International Tracked is clearly the cheapest at £33.70, while FedEx World Express is the quickest at 3 to 5 working days. The calculator above prices each option for your real weight and dimensions.
How long does UK to Australia shipping take?
Most services take five to nine days door to door: FedEx World Express 3 to 5 working days, Royal Mail or DPD Air Express 5 to 7, Parcelforce 6 to 8. On a long-haul route like this, plan for a few extra days around peak season.
Will I pay customs duty on parcels from the UK to Australia?
Usually not. A parcel worth A$1,000 or less passes without duty or border charges, and most orders fall under that. Above it, the Border Force charges duty (usually 5%, 0% for most computing products), 10% GST and an import processing charge.
How much does UK to Australia parcel forwarding cost?
You pay nothing for the UK address and there is no subscription. Shipping starts at £33.70 for 1 kg, consolidation is £2 + VAT, and the first 30 days of storage are free.
Should I combine orders or keep parcels under A$1,000?
Combining nearly always comes out cheaper. Air freight is the biggest cost to Australia, so paying it once rather than four times saves much more than any duty avoided by splitting. For very expensive orders, ask us and we will help you compare.
Which UK stores can I shop from Australia?
Any shop that delivers within the UK, including ASOS, Next, Marks & Spencer, John Lewis, Argos, Currys, Boots and Superdrug. If your Australian card is rejected, our Buy For Me service can make the purchase for you.
What duty rates apply to UK parcels in Australia?
Duty only applies once a parcel is worth more than A$1,000. The usual rate is 5% for consumer goods, while most computers, phones and books are 0%. GST at 10% is then charged on goods, shipping and duty, plus an import processing charge.
Which couriers deliver from the UK to Australia?
Royal Mail, DPD, Parcelforce and FedEx all fly this route. Compare their live prices and estimated delivery dates in the calculator and pick the mix of speed and cost you want.
What if a UK store will not accept my Australian card?
Many UK retailers decline cards issued abroad. Use Buy For Me: tell us the items, we pay with our UK payment details, and the order is shipped to you in Australia like any other parcel.
Before you order
Shipping cost calculator
Price Royal Mail, DPD, Parcelforce and FedEx to Australia for your exact parcel.
Check pricesImport duty calculator
See whether your order crosses A$1,000 and estimate any GST and duty.
Estimate dutiesStart shopping the UK from Australia
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