Parcel Forwarding from the UK to Brazil

Brazil is one of the largest ecommerce markets in the world — with over 220 million consumers and a growing appetite for international brands. UK fashion, cosmetics, technology and lifestyle products are in strong demand, yet many UK retailers do not ship directly to Brazil or charge steep international delivery fees. Send2Hub gives you a real UK delivery address at our secure warehouse in Stoke-on-Trent, connecting Brazilian shoppers and businesses to the full range of UK retail. Shop any UK store, consolidate your purchases to reduce shipping costs, and we forward everything to São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Curitiba or anywhere in Brazil.

Shop Any UK Retailer and Ship to Brazil

Your free Send2Hub UK address gives you access to the full range of UK online retail — including stores that do not offer direct shipping to Brazil. Popular UK brands that Send2Hub customers in Brazil regularly shop include ASOS, Next, The Body Shop, Boots, Burberry, Barbour, River Island, John Lewis, Amazon UK and many more. Use your Send2Hub address at checkout as you would any UK delivery address — your parcel arrives at our warehouse, is automatically photographed, weighed and measured on arrival, and the details appear in your real-time account dashboard immediately.

Save money with parcel consolidation. Brazil's import tax system applies charges per shipment — so combining multiple UK purchases into a single consolidated box before forwarding is one of the most effective ways to reduce your overall costs. Consolidation typically reduces international shipping costs by 40–60% and simplifies the customs process — one shipment, one customs declaration. Learn more on our parcel consolidation page.

If a UK retailer does not accept your Brazilian card or does not offer international checkout, our Shop & Ship service can purchase items on your behalf.

For Businesses — UK Returns Address for Brazilian Sellers

If you sell on Amazon UK, eBay UK, Shopify or any other UK marketplace from Brazil, a UK returns address is essential for maintaining competitive seller ratings and meeting marketplace requirements. Send2Hub provides a professional UK returns address at our Stoke-on-Trent warehouse. Every return is automatically received, photographed and inspected on arrival — with full condition details and images in your real-time account dashboard the same day. Returns can be held in free temporary storage for consolidation before being re-shipped back to Brazil in a single cost-effective shipment. Learn more on our e-commerce returns management page.

Brazil Customs and Import Information (2026)

Brazil has one of the most complex import tax systems in the world. Customs is administered by the Receita Federal (Brazil's Federal Revenue Service). Multiple federal, state and social contribution taxes are layered on imported goods — and total charges can add 60–100% to the declared CIF value of a shipment depending on product type and destination state. Accurate documentation and realistic cost planning are essential when shipping to Brazil.

Important note on 2026 tax reform: Brazil has begun a major tax reform transitioning to a dual VAT system (IVA Dual) by 2033. In 2026, the transition is in a testing and adaptation phase — no additional tax burden applies during this period, but importers and businesses may see new tax fields appearing in fiscal documentation.

Import Tax Structure

Brazil applies multiple taxes on imported goods, each calculated on a cumulative basis on the CIF (cost + insurance + freight) value:

II — Import Duty (Imposto de Importação): 0–35% depending on product category, using the 10-digit Mercosur NCM tariff classification.

IPI — Excise Tax (Imposto sobre Produtos Industrializados): 0–30% on manufactured goods. Applies to many electronics and cosmetics.

ICMS — State VAT (Imposto sobre Circulação de Mercadorias): 17–25% depending on the destination state. São Paulo applies 18%, Rio de Janeiro 20%. Note that some states increased ICMS from 17% to 20% from April 2025.

PIS/COFINS — Social Contributions: Combined rate of approximately 11.75% on the taxable base.

Use our worldwide customs duty estimator for an indication of charges. For high-value or complex shipments, we strongly recommend consulting a licensed Brazilian customs broker (despachante aduaneiro) before shipping.

Remessa Conforme Programme and Import Thresholds

Brazil operates the Programa Remessa Conforme (PRC) — a voluntary compliance programme for cross-border ecommerce sellers. Sellers registered under PRC benefit from simplified customs clearance and reduced import duty rates:

PRC-registered sellers: 20% import duty on shipments up to USD $50 (CIF). 60% import duty minus a USD $20 discount on shipments from $50.01 to $3,000.

Non-PRC sellers: 60% import duty on all shipments up to USD $3,000 with no discount. Shipments above $3,000 require formal customs clearance.

ICMS state tax applies on top of the above rates in all cases.

CPF and CNPJ Requirement

All parcels shipped to Brazil must be linked to the recipient's Brazilian tax identification number — CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) for individuals, or CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica) for companies. This number must appear on customs documentation. Missing or invalid CPF/CNPJ is one of the most common causes of customs delays and held shipments in Brazil. Always provide your CPF or CNPJ when requesting a shipment through your Send2Hub account.

Required Documentation

Standard documentation for customs clearance in Brazil includes a commercial invoice with 10-digit NCM codes, accurate declared values and CIF terms, a packing list, an air waybill or bill of lading, and the recipient's CPF or CNPJ number. Send2Hub prepares all standard customs export documentation for every outbound shipment from our UK warehouse. Accurate documentation is critical — Brazilian customs is known for thorough checks and delays caused by incomplete paperwork.

Restricted and Prohibited Items

Brazil restricts or prohibits the import of weapons and ammunition, controlled substances, certain food and agricultural products, counterfeit goods and certain electronics that do not meet Brazilian certification requirements (ANATEL for electronics, INMETRO for safety standards). Items not meeting Brazilian certification may be held or destroyed at customs. Visit our prohibited and restricted items page for full details.

Delivery Times from UK to Brazil

Estimated transit times for shipments from the UK to Brazil:

DHL Express: 3–5 business days — fastest available with full door-to-door tracking.

FedEx International Priority: 4–6 business days — reliable express with comprehensive tracking.

UPS Worldwide Express: 4–6 business days — strong for business shipments.

Parcelforce Worldwide: 6–12 business days — cost-effective for heavier consolidated shipments.

All transit times exclude Brazilian customs clearance, which can add several business days — and occasionally longer — due to Brazil's multi-step customs processing. Use our shipping cost calculator to compare live rates for your specific shipment.

Frequently Asked Questions — UK to Brazil Shipping

Can I shop UK retailers that don't ship to Brazil?

Yes. Your free Send2Hub UK address gives you access to any UK retailer — including those that only ship domestically within the UK. Use your Send2Hub address at checkout, your parcel arrives at our Stoke-on-Trent warehouse and we forward it to your address in Brazil. If a UK retailer does not accept your Brazilian card, our Shop & Ship service can purchase items on your behalf.

How much does it cost to ship from the UK to Brazil?

Shipping costs depend on parcel weight, dimensions, carrier and service level. Use our shipping cost calculator for live rates. Remember to also factor in Brazil's import taxes — which can add significantly to the total cost of receiving goods in Brazil. We recommend consolidating multiple purchases into a single shipment to reduce per-item shipping costs by 40–60%.

What is my CPF number and do I need to provide it?

Your CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) is your Brazilian individual tax identification number. It is mandatory on all international parcels shipped to Brazil and must appear on customs documentation. Missing or invalid CPF is one of the most common causes of held shipments at Brazilian customs. Always provide your CPF number when requesting a shipment through Send2Hub.

How much import tax will I pay on a shipment from the UK to Brazil?

Brazil applies multiple taxes on imported goods — import duty (II), excise tax (IPI), state VAT (ICMS) and social contributions (PIS/COFINS). Combined charges can add 60–100% to the CIF value of a shipment depending on the product type and destination state. For non-PRC sellers, import duty alone is 60% on shipments above USD $50. We recommend using our customs duty estimator and consulting a licensed Brazilian customs broker for high-value shipments.

Can I consolidate multiple orders before shipping to Brazil?

Yes. Hold multiple parcels in free temporary storage and combine them into a single outbound shipment — saving 40–60% on shipping costs. Free storage: 30 days Individual, 45 days Business, 60 days Premium. One consolidated shipment also means one customs declaration — simplifying the clearance process in Brazil.

Which carriers does Send2Hub use for shipping to Brazil?

We ship to Brazil via DHL, FedEx, UPS and Parcelforce. Compare rates and estimated transit times using our shipping cost calculator.

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