Send a Parcel to the Netherlands

Here you will find everything you need to know in regards to sending a parcel to the Netherlands. We aim to make the process feel quick and easy while providing many benefits which you can find below. With the Netherlands being one of the top locations for travel from the UK it's fair to say that there is a demand for posting parcels.

To book a parcel for delivery is as easy as a touch of a button. Get started and build a quick quote above!

High-quality, low-cost shipping to Amsterdam, Rotterdam and beyond

International posting can often sound like it will be an expensive process. As a leading full-service postage provider we strive to provide the best possible deals. With our heavily discounted prices, we can provide you with a variety of different couriers that we are partnered with. Below you can find some of our most popular and trusted couriers. Most of our couriers have been in the industry for many years so can ensure a high-quality, no-stress service!

Flexible delivery services for the Netherlands

With the world running at 100 miles per hour in the 21st century the industry has had to adapt. We appreciate that many people aren't home when the package is out for delivery. When building a quote you will find that you can select a pick-up service. This is a flexible delivery that runs through both our UK and international service. The pick-up service entails having the parcel delivered to a local partnering store where your recipient can then collect the parcel when the time best suits them. Alternatively, we can have the parcel delivered directly to their door!

Postage rates for the Netherlands

Sending Parcels to the Netherlands can be as 14.35 which is considered a very cheap tariff for international postage. The main factor that determines the cost of shipping is the weight of the parcel. When building a quote you will be asked to provide the weight and dimension of your parcel to get exact pricing. Below you can find three quotes for popular parcel sizes that are sent to the Netherlands and how much they may cost.

Prices from £13.65

Useful information for sending parcels to the Netherlands

For further tips on sending a parcel to the Netherlands please refer below.

How to write the address for deliveries to the Netherlands

To ensure that your parcel arrives at your intended destination it's incredibly important you follow the correct guidelines when addressing the parcel. Addressing the parcel is similar to how you would address a parcel in the UK. That being said you can find an example of how to write an address on your package below.

• - Name of the recipient
• - The street name followed by the number of the house
• - Postcode followed by the town name
• - Country (i.e. the Netherlands)

How to package parcels

Another tip to follow to ensure your parcel arrives intact is to make sure you package the parcel securely. By doing this you are avoiding any chances of content damage or packaging perforation. Below you can find a list of different tips you can follow:

• - Use appropriately sized packaging to avoid any free space.
• - If you cannot avoid some open space in the package make sure to fill it with packing peanuts or other filler materials.
• - If the package contains valuable or fragile items, ensure you wrap it in protective packing materials (ie. bubble wrap).
• - Ensure you use good quality tape when packing your parcel to avoid wear and tear on transit.

Details on specific couriers

Below, you can find courier-specific information that may relate to your package.

Use the quick quote system above to obtain your quote.

Many of our companies allow a collection or drop off service.
Please click here to use our Drop Off Point locator to find your nearest one and opening times

Protect your parcel up to the value of £2,500 on top of the standard £50 transit cover.

Parcelforce Europe

• This is a road service operating into the majority of European countries.
• European parcel delivery in typically 2-4 working days at a lower cost than air express services.  
• Parcelforce have a maxium parcel weight of 30KG.
• Electronic "Proof of delivery" to ensure your parcel reaches it's intended recipient.
• £50 of transit cover included as standard.
• Extra Cover is available up to a value of £2,500 to fully protect your parcels and cost of postage. 
• Transit times are slower than air express services but at a much cheaper price.
• Along with full online tracking, SMS delivery notification is available.
• Why wait in for a collection? You can drop your consignment off at any Parcelforce depot or Post Office.
• Collections available from any UK address - usually available the same day (if booked before midday) .

DHL Road Service

DHL International Express

• Excellent air express service from the world leading courier DHL.
• Our premier offering from DHL.
• Typical transit times to popular destinations can be as low as 48 hours (Europe, USA, Canada).
• Very fast service, ideal for small to medium parcels.
• Although we do not guarantee it, the large majority of parcels sent to Europe and USA achieve next working day delivery. 
• Extra Cover is available.

Landmark

• Landmark have been delivering parcels worldwide for over ten years - they are the international division of Belgium's postal service.
• Landmark handle over 3.9 billion parcels every year.
• Delivery times are significantly higher than express services, but at a much cheaper rate.
• Collection or drop-off service available.
• Standard parcel cover of £50, which is upgradeable to £2500 with our extra cover.
• This is a two-legged service - we receive your parcel at our parcel hub in Kent, and then forward to it's destination using Landmark.
• No customs forms to complete! We do all this for you at our parcel hub in Kent.
• Send parcels up to 25Kg in actual weight - volumetric pricing is in force for all Landmark services.
• Ideal for non time-sensitive parcels.
• Tracking available for all legs of your parcels.

Frequently asked questions about sending to the Netherlands

Below we have answered some relevant questions that are frequently asked in regards to sending a parcel to the Netherlands.

What if my package is lost?

Most couriers that we provide within our service offer a standard liability cover of up to a figure of, usually, £50. However, during the purchase of the quote, more often than not you will find that you can upgrade the cover.

Can I send flowers to the Netherlands?

Although the Netherlands has some of the most beautiful flowers, such as the famous Dutch tulips, unfortunately sending perishable items is restricted when sending parcels to the Netherlands. There some exception such as some seeds so please speak to our team to confirm whether your items are acceptable for postage

How much does it cost to send a parcel to the Netherlands?

To send a parcel to the Netherlands with the Postage Supermarket, can cost as little as £14.35. This is because we can identify the very best deals available from our vast range of couriers that deliver to and from the Netherlands.