New Zealand

New Zealand

Meet Send2Hub, your hassle-free path for quick and steady shipping from the UK to New Zealand. Whether you’re a business sending gear to Auckland, a family posting items to Wellington, or a mate gifting treats to Christchurch, we’ve got the knack to drop your parcels right where they belong. We’re here to make UK-to-NZ shipping a cinch, blending speed with reliability you can trust.
 
Choose what fits: rapid air freight (2-4 days) for pressing shipments or budget-friendly air freight (1-3 weeks) for bulk loads, all backed by our solid courier crew. Our simple online setup gives you live tracking and upfront costs—no hidden nasties. New Zealand Customs Service keeps tabs on imports, with duties (0-10%) and 15% GST on goods over NZD 1,000—or lower if high-duty items like clothing kick in. You’ll need a clear commercial invoice, packing details, and Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, and we’ll ease you through restricted stuff like food or plants needing biosecurity checks.
 
Send2Hub keeps it real—sharp pricing and a team that nails customs paperwork, dodging banned items like drugs or knock-offs. Ready to ship from the UK to New Zealand? Team up with Send2Hub and get moving—hit the button now and ship with no worries!
New Zealand Customs Regulations for Shipping from the UK
 
New Zealand’s customs are managed by the New Zealand Customs Service (NZCS) under the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Imports from the UK face standard tariffs, softened by the UK-NZ Free Trade Agreement (FTA, effective 2023), which phases out most duties. Compliance with the Trade Single Window (TSW) and biosecurity rules is critical for Send2Hub shipments.
 
1. Customs Clearance Process
  • Declaration: Lodged via TSW; Import Entry required for taxable goods.
  • Inspection: NZCS and MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) check for tax and biosecurity compliance.
  • Duty/Tax Payment: Based on FOB value (duty) and CIF (GST).
2. Required Documentation
  • Commercial Invoice: Shows goods, value, and parties (in English).
  • Packing List: Lists contents, weight, and quantity.
  • Bill of Lading (Sea) or Air Waybill (Air): Verifies transport; includes freight costs.
  • Certificate of Origin: Needed for FTA zero-duty (UK-origin goods).
  • Permits: For restricted items (e.g., MPI for food, plants).
3. Duties and Taxes
  • Duty-Free Threshold: Goods under NZD 1,000 (CIF) avoid duties and GST unless high-duty (e.g., clothing over NZD 225); above this, full rates apply.
  • Import Duties: 0-10% via HS codes (e.g., 5% on electronics); FTA cuts 96% of tariffs to 0% by 2025.
  • GST: 15% (CIF + duty); no exemptions for small imports since 2019.
  • Customs Fees: NZD 50-100 for processing, depending on value.
4. Prohibited and Restricted Items
  • Prohibited: Narcotics, firearms without permits, counterfeit goods, and ozone-depleting substances.
  • Restricted:
    • Food/plants: MPI biosecurity clearance (e.g., no fresh fruit; processed needs certs).
    • Medicines: Medsafe approval for drugs.
    • Electronics: Must meet NZ safety standards.
    • Animals/products: CITES compliance for endangered items.
    • Alcohol/tobacco: High duties (20-50%) and permits.
5. HS Codes and Valuation
  • HS Codes: NZ uses Harmonized System (e.g., a bike might be 8712.00). Check NZCS tariff.
  • Valuation: FOB for duty, CIF for GST; under-declaring risks fines.
6. UK-NZ FTA Notes
  • The FTA eliminates most tariffs on UK goods with a Certificate of Origin; full phase-out by 2027.
7. Practical Tips
  • Prepay Taxes: NZ Post or couriers like DHL can handle this.
  • Customs Broker: Useful for shipments over NZD 5,000 or restricted goods.
  • Tracking: Use TSW or courier systems.
Sorting NZ Customs with Send2Hub

Shipping to New Zealand? Send2Hub tackles NZCS rules. Over NZD 1,000—or less for high-duty stuff—means 0-10% duties (FTA can drop it) and 15% GST. You’ll need a commercial invoice, packing list, and Bill of Lading or Air Waybill—we’ll get it right. Restricted items like food or plants need MPI checks, and banned gear (e.g., drugs, fakes) is off—we’re on it.
 
We’ll grab FTA savings, sort HS codes, and prepay taxes for a smooth run. Track it live. UK to NZ? Send2Hub’s your fix—start today!