Parcel Forwarding from the UK to the Russian Federation
Send2Hub offers parcel forwarding from the UK to the Russian Federation via Royal Mail and Parcelforce. Whether you are forwarding personal purchases, sending gifts to family or managing ecommerce returns from Russia-based marketplace selling, Send2Hub gives you a real UK delivery address at our secure warehouse in Stoke-on-Trent. All shipments are prepared with full customs export documentation and accurate declaration of contents and values.
Available Carriers — Important Notice
Shipping services to Russia are currently available via Royal Mail and Parcelforce only. A number of major courier carriers including DHL, UPS and FedEx have suspended their services to Russia until further notice. Send2Hub will ship via the best available Royal Mail or Parcelforce service for your parcel's weight and destination. Please use our shipping cost calculator to check current available options and rates before placing an order.
Shop Any UK Retailer and Ship to Russia
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 Russia. 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 Russia. Consolidation typically reduces international shipping costs by 40-60% and may help keep the total declared value within the duty-free threshold. Learn more on our parcel consolidation page.
For Businesses — UK Returns Address for Russian Sellers
If you sell on Amazon UK, eBay UK, Shopify or any other UK marketplace from Russia, a UK returns address helps maintain seller ratings and meet 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 Russia. Learn more on our e-commerce returns management page.
Russia Customs and Import Information
Russia's customs system is administered by the Federal Customs Service (FCS) under the Ministry of Finance. Russia is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) — alongside Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan — and customs rules for personal imports apply uniformly across the EAEU framework.
De Minimis Threshold and Import Duty
The current EAEU duty-free threshold for personal imports by post or courier is EUR 200 per shipment, with a weight limit of 31kg. Shipments valued at or below EUR 200 are exempt from customs duty. Above EUR 200, a flat duty rate of 15% applies to the value exceeding the threshold. For example, a shipment valued at EUR 400 would attract duty of (EUR 400 - EUR 200) x 15% = EUR 30.
Please note that Russia and the EAEU are progressively reducing this threshold over time — the duty-free limit is expected to decrease in coming years. We recommend checking the current threshold with the Federal Customs Service before shipping high-value items.
VAT on Imports
Russian VAT of 20% applies to most imported goods. For personal imports via post and courier, VAT is typically included within the 15% combined rate applied to the value above the de minimis threshold. For commercial imports, full VAT and customs duty declarations are required. Use our worldwide customs duty estimator for an indication of charges.
UK Export Controls
UK export controls and trade restrictions apply to certain categories of goods being shipped from the UK to Russia. Some goods require an export licence or are prohibited from export. Send2Hub complies with all applicable UK export control requirements. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure the goods they are forwarding comply with current UK export regulations. We recommend checking the UK government's export control guidance before shipping items in regulated categories such as electronics, technology, machinery and dual-use goods.
Required Documentation
Standard documentation for customs clearance in Russia includes a commercial invoice with accurate item descriptions, 10-digit EAEU/Russian HS codes, declared values and CIF terms, a packing list and an air waybill or postal customs form (CN22/CN23 for Royal Mail). Send2Hub prepares all standard customs export documentation for every outbound shipment from our UK warehouse. Russian customs may also request the recipient's passport number or tax identification number (INN) for some shipments.
Restricted and Prohibited Items
Russia restricts or prohibits the import of weapons and ammunition, controlled substances, certain food and agricultural products, certain electronics and encryption devices requiring special permits, counterfeit goods and publications banned under Russian law. Additional restrictions apply under UK export controls to certain technology, machinery and dual-use goods. Visit our prohibited and restricted items page for full details.
Delivery Times from UK to Russia
Royal Mail International: 10-20 business days — standard international postal service to Russia. Tracking availability may vary.
Parcelforce Worldwide: 10-20 business days — where available for your destination address and parcel type.
Delivery times to Russia are significantly longer than pre-2022 due to changes in routing and carrier availability. Times are estimates only and exclude customs clearance, which can add additional days. Delivery to regional cities and rural addresses in Russia may take longer. Use our shipping cost calculator to check current available services and rates.
Frequently Asked Questions — UK to Russia Shipping
Which carriers can Send2Hub use to ship to Russia?
Currently, shipments to Russia are available via Royal Mail and Parcelforce only. DHL, UPS, FedEx and DPD have suspended their services to Russia until further notice. Please use our shipping cost calculator to check current available options before placing an order.
What is the duty-free threshold for parcels to Russia?
The current EAEU duty-free threshold for personal imports via post or courier is EUR 200 per shipment and 31kg. Above EUR 200, a duty of 15% applies to the value exceeding the threshold. This threshold is being gradually reduced over time — check the latest limit with the Federal Customs Service before shipping high-value items.
Can I consolidate multiple orders before shipping to Russia?
Yes. Hold multiple parcels in free temporary storage and combine them into a single outbound shipment — saving on shipping costs. Free storage: 30 days Individual, 45 days Business, 60 days Premium. Note that the consolidated declared value will determine whether the EUR 200 duty-free threshold is exceeded.
Are there restrictions on what can be shipped from the UK to Russia?
Yes. UK export controls apply to certain goods being shipped to Russia. Some categories of electronics, technology, machinery and dual-use goods require an export licence or are prohibited. Customers are responsible for ensuring their goods comply with current UK export regulations. Visit the UK government's export control pages for guidance, and visit our prohibited and restricted items page for details of items Send2Hub cannot ship.
How long does shipping from UK to Russia take?
With current carrier availability, delivery to Russia takes approximately 10-20 business days via Royal Mail or Parcelforce, excluding customs clearance time. Delivery to regional and rural addresses may take longer. Times may vary and are not guaranteed.
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