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🇺🇸Shipping from United States to Belgium🇧🇪
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Cheapest option
Landmark Global
$5.3/kg
5-12 days
Fastest option
UPS
1-3 days
$39.38/kg
Duty-free under
$0
VAT / Sales Tax: 21%
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Data as of April 2026
Shipping Cost Examples
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$3.98
Landmark Global
5-12 d
Clothing 2kg
$7.69
Landmark Global
Box 5kg
$13.27
Landmark Global
Heavy 10kg
$22.28
Landmark Global
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Landmark Global~ EstimatedCheapest3.4 ★regional
Standard
Delivery Time
5–12 days
Estimated Price
$5.3
Tracking: Yes
Asendia~ Estimated3.4 ★regional
Standard
Delivery Time
7–14 days
Estimated Price
$10.26
Tracking: Yes
Pitney Bowes~ Estimated3.4 ★regional
Express
Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$12.73
Tracking: Yes
Pitney Bowes~ Estimated3.4 ★regional
Standard
Delivery Time
5–12 days
Estimated Price
$12.73
Tracking: Yes
GlobalPost (by Auctane)✓ Verified3.4 ★regional
Standard
Delivery Time
6–10 days
Estimated Price
$13.92
Tracking: Yes
GlobalPost (by Auctane)✓ Verified3.4 ★regional
Economy
Delivery Time
10–20 days
Estimated Price
$13.92
Tracking: Yes
Passport Shipping (Passport Global)~ EstimatedFastest3.4 ★regional
Express
Delivery Time
1–3 days
Estimated Price
$15.2
Tracking: Yes
Passport Shipping (Passport Global)~ Estimated3.4 ★regional
Economy
Delivery Time
5–10 days
Estimated Price
$15.2
Tracking: Yes
USPS✓ Verified3.9 ★postal
Priority Mail International
★ 1.3(5.4K)Delivery Time
6–10 days
Estimated Price
$21.51
Tracking: Yes
USPS✓ Verified3.9 ★postal
First-Class Mail International
★ 1.3(5.4K)Delivery Time
7–21 days
Estimated Price
$21.51
Tracking: No
EMS✓ Verified3.9 ★postal
EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$32.14
Tracking: Yes
DHL Express✓ Verified3.9 ★international
Express Worldwide
★ 1.4(30.2K)Delivery Time
2–5 days
Estimated Price
$34.72
Tracking: Yes
DHL Express✓ Verified3.9 ★international
Economy Select
★ 1.4(30.2K)Delivery Time
4–8 days
Estimated Price
$34.72
Tracking: Yes
FedEx✓ Verified4.4 ★international
International Priority
★ 1.3(11.8K)Delivery Time
1–3 days
Estimated Price
$36.45
Tracking: Yes
FedEx✓ Verified4.4 ★international
International Economy
★ 1.3(11.8K)Delivery Time
4–6 days
Estimated Price
$36.45
Tracking: Yes
UPS✓ Verified4.4 ★international
Express Saver
★ 1.3(14.5K)Delivery Time
1–3 days
Estimated Price
$39.38
Tracking: Yes
UPS✓ Verified4.4 ★international
Expedited
★ 1.3(14.5K)Delivery Time
3–5 days
Estimated Price
$39.38
Tracking: Yes
Rates are estimates based on published tariffs. Actual rates may vary depending on account type, surcharges, fuel adjustments, and package dimensions. Contact carriers directly for exact quotes.
Delivery Date Estimate
April 11, 2026
Estimated arrival
April 13, 2026 — May 11, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
Import Duty Calculator
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Shipping Insurance Comparison
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Item value| Carrier | Included | Premium | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express | Yes ($100) | 2.5% | Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000 |
| FedEx | Yes ($100) | 2.8% | Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package |
| UPS | Yes ($100) | 2.7% | Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000 |
| EMS | Yes ($50) | — | Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option |
| USPS | Yes ($5) | 3% | Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000 |
| Royal Mail | Yes ($50) | 2.5% | Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international |
| Aramex | No | 3% | Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss |
| SF Express | Yes ($30) | 2% | Basic coverage included for declared value |
| DPD | Yes ($520) | — | Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option |
| Japan Post | Yes ($200) | — | Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR |
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After shipping, use your tracking number on the carrier's website:
Price Changes (30 days)
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark GlobalStandard | $5.57 | $5.3 | -4.8% |
| AsendiaStandard | $10.57 | $10.26 | -2.9% |
| Pitney BowesExpress | $13.62 | $12.73 | -6.5% |
| Pitney BowesStandard | $13.62 | $12.73 | -6.5% |
| GlobalPost (by Auctane)Standard | $13.08 | $13.92 | +6.4% |
| GlobalPost (by Auctane)Economy | $13.08 | $13.92 | +6.4% |
| Passport Shipping (Passport Global)Express | $14.29 | $15.2 | +6.4% |
| Passport Shipping (Passport Global)Economy | $14.29 | $15.2 | +6.4% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Import Duty Rates: Belgium
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | HS 85 | 0-3.7% (smartphones 0%, laptops 0%, TVs 14%) |
| Clothing | HS 61-62 | 12% (knitted garments 12%, woven shirts 12%) |
| Footwear | HS 64 | 8-17% (leather shoes 8%, rubber boots 17%) |
| Food products | HS 01-24 | 0-26% (meat 12.8%, dairy 9-36%, chocolate 8%) |
| Machinery | HS 84 | 0-4% (industrial machinery 0%, pumps 1.7%) |
| Cosmetics | HS 33 | 2.5-6.5% (perfumes 6.5%, soap 2.5%) |
| Books | HS 49 | 0% |
| Toys | HS 95 | 0-4.7% (video games 0%, dolls 4.7%) |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Customs Clearance
Belgian customs uses PLDA (Paperless Douane en Accijnzen) electronic system and NCTS for transit declarations. Follows EU Union Customs Code. Antwerp, second-largest port in Europe, is a major global cargo hub. Brussels Airport is a key e-commerce sorting center. Since July 2021, IOSS for VAT from €0. Bpost handles postal customs with a handling fee.
Processing time1-3 days
De minimisDe minimis threshold for BE: $165. Shipments valued below this amount are exempt from import duties.
What to actually expect
Full customs guide for Belgium →Highly efficient EU customs. Antwerp port processes massive cargo volumes with fast turnaround, one of the busiest in the world. Express shipments clear same day. Bpost postal parcels typically 1-2 days. Well-integrated with EU NCTS transit system. Brussels Airport is a major e-commerce hub for parcel sorting.
Required Documents
✓For export from US: Commercial invoice
✓packing list
✓bill of lading/airway bill
✓Shipper's Export Declaration (for goods over $2
✓500)
✓EEI filing via AES for controlled items
✓For import into BE: Commercial invoice
✓packing list
✓EUR
✓1 movement certificate (for non-EU FTA partners)
✓EORI number for businesses
✓customs declaration for non-EU imports
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Issued by Belgian Chambers of Commerce (FEB/VBO). EUR.1 movement certificate for preferential trade partners. EUR-MED for Pan-Euro-Med zone. REX system for registered exporters. Belgium issues high volume of certificates due to Antwerp port traffic. Import licenses: EU-standard licensing. Additional Belgian requirements for diamonds (Antwerp Diamond Office mandatory for all rough diamond imports), weapons, cultural goods, and conflict minerals. FASFC (Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain) controls food imports.
Trade: United States & Belgium
Limited direct trade data between US and BE. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into BE: Vehicles, pharmaceuticals, petroleum, chemicals, machinery, electronics, diamonds. Key exports from US: Electronics, machinery, aircraft, vehicles, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, petroleum products, agricultural goods (soybeans, corn). Belgium applies 21% VAT on imports. Antwerp is one of Europe's largest ports and a major diamond trading hub. bpost handles most last-mile postal deliveries. No customs for intra-EU trade. Belgium has three official languages (Dutch, French, German) which may affect labeling requirements.
Shipper Experience
Based on shipper reports, delivery from US to BE takes 7-21 days depending on the service. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer faster delivery in 3-7 days. Accurate customs declarations are recommended to speed up the process.
Prohibited & Restricted Items
⚠Prohibited for export from US: Firearms without export license
⚠narcotics
⚠Cuban-origin goods
⚠certain agricultural products
⚠counterfeit goods
⚠hazardous materials
⚠obscene materials
⚠Prohibited for import into BE: Narcotics
⚠weapons without permit
⚠counterfeit goods
⚠certain food products without EU health certificate
⚠diamonds without Kimberley Process certificate
⚠asbestos products
Special Items Guide
| Category | Restrictions |
|---|---|
| Lithium batteries | Only installed in device. Standalone prohibited by air carriers. |
| Alcohol | Restricted or prohibited. Import license typically required. |
| Food | Phytosanitary certificate may be required. Perishables: express only. |
| Medications | Up to 3-month supply with prescription. Commercial import needs license. |
| Art & antiques | Export permit may be needed. Insurance strongly recommended. |
| Electronics | Check voltage. Some countries require CE/FCC certification. |
Trade Agreements
US and BE are both members of the following trade agreements: WTO. These agreements may provide reduced or zero customs duties on qualifying goods. Be sure to obtain a certificate of origin to take advantage of preferential tariff rates.
VAT / GST
VAT/GST rate: 21%. Applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 6% for food, water, books, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment. 12% for restaurant services.
Shipping from United States to Belgium: Overview
We found 17 shipping options from United States to Belgium. The cheapest option is Landmark Global (Standard) starting from $5.3 for 1 kg. The fastest delivery is Passport Shipping (Passport Global) in 1–3 days. Express carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer fast delivery with tracking, while postal services provide more affordable rates.
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Import rules for Belgium
Duty-free threshold
Duty applies from $0
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Average duty rate
4.2%
Customs rates are approximate and may vary by product category. Check with local customs for exact rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to ship from United States to Belgium?
The most affordable option for shipping from United States to Belgium is typically Landmark Global (Standard), starting from approximately $5.3 for a 1 kg package. Postal services generally offer the lowest rates, while express couriers are faster but more expensive.
How long does shipping from United States to Belgium take?
Delivery times from United States to Belgium range from 1 to 21 days depending on the service. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) typically deliver in {min_days}-3 days, while economy options may take 10-{max_days} days.
Can I track my package from United States to Belgium?
Yes, most carriers offer package tracking for shipments from United States to Belgium. Express services provide real-time tracking updates, while economy postal services may have limited tracking.
Will I need to pay customs duties when shipping to Belgium?
Import duties and taxes may apply when shipping to Belgium. The duty-free threshold is $0. Above this value, you may need to pay VAT (21%) and import duties (average 4.2%). Check with local customs for exact rates.
What items are prohibited when shipping to BE?
Items prohibited for import into BE include: Narcotics, weapons without permit, counterfeit goods, certain food products without EU health certificate, diamonds without Kimberley Process certificate, asbestos products. Always check the latest regulations before shipping.
What documents are needed to ship from US to BE?
To ship from US to BE you will typically need: Commercial invoice, packing list, EUR.1 movement certificate (for non-EU FTA partners), EORI number for businesses, customs declaration for non-EU imports. Specific requirements depend on the type of goods and shipment value.
Are there trade agreements between US and BE?
Yes, US and BE share the following trade agreements: WTO. These can reduce or eliminate customs duties on qualifying goods when a proper certificate of origin is provided.
How does customs clearance work when shipping to BE?
Belgium applies 21% VAT on imports. Antwerp is one of Europe's largest ports and a major diamond trading hub. bpost handles most last-mile postal deliveries. No customs for intra-EU trade. Belgium has three official languages (Dutch, French, German) which may affect labeling requirements. Customs clearance is typically faster when documentation is complete and accurate. Use courier services for expedited clearance.
What is the de minimis threshold for BE?
The de minimis threshold for BE is $165. Shipments valued below this amount are exempt from import duties, though VAT/GST may still apply.
What is the VAT/GST rate for imports into BE?
VAT/GST rate: 21%. CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 6% for food, water, books, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment. 12% for restaurant services.
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