Parcel Forwarding from the UK to Greece

Q: Can I shop UK retailers that don't ship to Greece?

Yes. A free Send2Hub UK address gives access to any UK retailer. Use it at checkout, the parcel arrives at the Stoke-on-Trent warehouse and is forwarded to Greece. The Shop and Ship service can purchase items if a retailer doesn't accept Greek cards.

Q: Can Send2Hub deliver to Greek islands?

Yes. Delivery to Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini and other islands is available. Island deliveries add 1-3 business days and carrier surcharges may apply for remote locations.

Q: Do UK-origin goods qualify for reduced duty?

Yes — for goods genuinely originating in the UK. The UK-EU TCA provides zero or reduced duty rates with proper documentation. Goods manufactured outside the UK do not qualify.

Q: Can I consolidate multiple orders before shipping to Greece?

Yes. Hold parcels in free storage and combine into one shipment — saving 40-60% on shipping. Free storage: 30 days Individual, 45 days Business, 60 days Premium. Especially worthwhile for island deliveries.

Greece has one of the largest communities of British residents and property owners in Europe — from the islands of Corfu, Rhodes and Crete to the mainland cities of Athens and Thessaloniki. Many UK expats and holiday home owners in Greece want to continue shopping from UK retailers but face high shipping costs or limited international delivery options. Send2Hub gives you a real UK delivery address at our secure warehouse in Stoke-on-Trent. Shop any UK retailer, consolidate your purchases and we forward everything to your address anywhere in Greece — including the islands — with full post-Brexit customs support on every shipment.

Shop Any UK Retailer and Ship to Greece

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 Greece. Popular UK brands that Send2Hub customers in Greece regularly shop include Marks & Spencer, ASOS, Next, Boots, The Body Shop, Barbour, 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 full details appear in your real-time account dashboard immediately.

Save money with parcel consolidation. Hold multiple UK purchases in free temporary storage and combine them into a single outbound shipment before forwarding to Greece. Consolidation typically reduces international shipping costs by 40–60% and simplifies customs — one shipment, one customs declaration, one delivery. This is particularly cost-effective for those shipping to the Greek islands where individual parcel delivery costs can be higher. Learn more on our parcel consolidation page.

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

For Businesses — UK Returns Address for Greek Sellers

If you sell on Amazon UK, eBay UK, Shopify or any other UK marketplace from Greece, 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 Greece in a single cost-effective shipment. Learn more on our e-commerce returns management page.

UK to Greece Customs — Post-Brexit Guide

Since Brexit, the UK is treated as a third country by EU customs authorities. All goods shipped from the UK to Greece are subject to EU import rules — including customs duties and Greek VAT. Greek customs is administered by AADE — the Independent Authority for Public Revenue).

Customs Duties on UK Imports

All parcels shipped from the UK to Greece are subject to EU customs duties regardless of value. Duty rates vary by product category using the EU harmonised tariff system (HS codes). Rates for common consumer goods typically range from 0% to 12%. Goods that genuinely originate in the UK may qualify for zero or reduced duty rates under the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) — provided accurate documentation and a statement of origin are included. Goods manufactured outside the UK and forwarded via Send2Hub do not qualify for TCA preferential rates. Previous duty exemptions for low-value goods have been removed under EU customs reform. Use our worldwide customs duty estimator for an indication of charges.

Greek VAT (ΦΠΑ)

Greek VAT (ΦΠΑ) applies to all goods imported from the UK at the standard rate of 24% — one of the highest VAT rates in the EU. A reduced rate of 13% applies to certain categories including food, energy and hotel accommodation, and 6% for medicines, books and theatre tickets. VAT is calculated on the total CIF value (cost + insurance + freight) plus any applicable customs duty. If a UK seller is registered for the EU Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) scheme, VAT on qualifying parcels is collected at checkout rather than at the Greek border — resulting in a smoother delivery experience. Major platforms including Amazon UK and eBay are already IOSS-registered.

Shipping to Greek Islands

Shipping to Greek islands — including Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini and the many smaller islands — is available through Send2Hub via our courier partners. Delivery times to islands are generally 1–3 business days longer than mainland Greece, and carrier surcharges may apply for remote island destinations. We recommend using our shipping cost calculator to check rates and availability for your specific island destination before committing to a shipment.

Required Documentation

Standard documentation for customs clearance in Greece includes a commercial invoice with accurate item descriptions, HS codes, declared values and country of origin, a packing list and an air waybill or bill of lading. For commercial imports, an EORI number is required. Send2Hub prepares all standard customs export documentation for every outbound shipment from our UK warehouse.

Restricted and Prohibited Items

Greece follows EU import restrictions. Prohibited or restricted items include weapons and ammunition, controlled substances, counterfeit goods, certain food and agricultural products and goods not meeting EU product safety and CE marking standards. Visit our prohibited and restricted items page for full details.

Delivery Times from UK to Greece

DHL Express: 2–4 business days to mainland Greece — full door-to-door tracking.

FedEx International: 3–5 business days — reliable express with comprehensive tracking.

UPS Worldwide: 3–5 business days — strong for business shipments with detailed tracking.

Royal Mail / Parcelforce: 5–10 business days — cost-effective option for lighter shipments.

Delivery to Greek islands adds 1–3 business days to the above estimates. All transit times exclude customs clearance. Use our shipping cost calculator to compare live rates.

Frequently Asked Questions — UK to Greece Shipping

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

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 Greece. If a UK retailer does not accept your Greek payment card, our Shop & Ship service can purchase items on your behalf.

What customs charges apply when shipping from UK to Greece?

All UK parcels entering Greece are subject to EU customs duties and Greek VAT at 24%. Duty rates vary by product type (typically 0–12%). Previous duty exemptions for low-value goods have been removed under EU customs reform. Use our customs duty estimator for a breakdown of charges.

Can Send2Hub deliver to Greek islands?

Yes. We deliver to Greek islands including Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini and many others. Delivery times are generally 1–3 business days longer than mainland Greece and carrier surcharges may apply for remote locations. Check availability and rates using our shipping cost calculator.

Do UK-origin goods qualify for reduced duty?

Yes — for goods that genuinely originate in the UK. The UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) provides zero or reduced customs duty rates with proper documentation. Goods manufactured outside the UK and forwarded via Send2Hub do not qualify for TCA preferential rates.

Can I consolidate multiple orders before shipping to Greece?

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. Consolidation is especially worthwhile for island deliveries where individual parcel costs can be higher.

Ready to start shopping UK retailers and shipping to Greece? Register free and get your UK address in under two minutes. Questions? Get in touch with our team.