Send a Parcel to Turkey
Send Parcels to Turkey affordably from £16.23
With a population of over 35 million, Turkey has excellent economic diversity and has a consistent demand for high-value goods. Send a parcel to Turkey, for personal or commercial purposes, and you could leverage the UK-Turkey trade agreement for preferential tariff rates.
Despite producing a large share of its own food, generally, Turkey imports more than it exports. You can find the top 5 items imported from Turkey in 2025 below:
- Road vehicles other than cars (£2.6 billion)
- Cars (£1.2 billion)
- Clothing (£958.1 million)
- Electrical machinery (£809.1 million)
- Miscellaneous electrical goods (£697.0 million)
Send a parcel to Turkey via express services, and you can expect it to arrive in just 1–2 working days. Standard options typically take a bit longer, around 3–6 working days depending on the provider and service level.
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How much does it cost to send a parcel to Turkey?
The price of shipping to Turkey is generally variable. ParcelBroker offers customers a range of options, with plenty of couriers to meet every exporter’s individual needs. We give you greater control over your shipping, and can help you find the best deals.
Parcel weight Price 5kg £40.11 10kg £54.92 20kg £77.95
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Do I need to complete any customs paperwork?
Yes, to send a parcel to Turkey, you must complete the customs paperwork according to the weight and size of the package. The process involves the sender filling out either a CN22 or CN23 customs declaration form:
- CN22 Form: For items valued up to £270.
- CN23 Form: For items valued over £270.
These forms must be accurately completed and attached to the outside of your parcel. Failure to do so can result in delays, fines, or the parcel being returned to the sender.
What can I send to Turkey and are there any restricted items?
You can send a parcel to Turkey containing the following items as long as they follow regulatory standards:
- Chemical and pharmaceutical goods: Subject to specific restrictions.
- Meat products: These goods require a halal certificate to be suitable for human consumption.
- Foodstuffs containing colouring: Require detailed ingredient information on the commercial invoice.
- Textiles: Must have detailed descriptions on the commercial invoice, including component materials and processing methods (e.g., raw, bleached, dyed).
Shipping certain goods to Turkey is strictly prohibited. These include: (but aren’t limited to):
- Gambling equipment
- Counterfeit goods
- Measuring instruments that don’t comply with Turkish standards
- Spawn of silk worm
How long does it take to send a parcel to Turkey?
Shipping times to Turkey can vary depending on the selected level of service and the parcel’s final destination within Turkey. Here’s a closer look:
- Express services: These are the fastest options, with delivery times starting from 2 working days.
- Standard services: These usually deliver within 3 to 7 working days.
- Economy services: For non-urgent deliveries, economy options may take 10 to 16 working days.
Remember, customs checks could add more time to your delivery. Exporters should prepare for these eventualities by sending their parcels or packages in advance.
When should I avoid sending parcels to Turkey?
Public holidays can also affect transit times. Below, we’ve listed some important dates to keep in mind for 2025:
- New Year's Day: 01/01/2025
- Ramazan Bayramı Holiday: 30/03/2025 to 01/04/2025
- Children's Day: 23/04/2025
- Labour Day: 01/05/2025
- Youth and Sports Day: 19/05/2025
- Kurban Bayramı Holiday: 06/06/2025 to 09/06/2025
- Democracy and National Solidarity Day: 15/07/2025
- Victory Day: 30/08/2025
- Republic Day: 29/10/2025
How should I address my parcel for delivery to Turkey?
Universal Postal Union advice emphasizes the importance of clear addressing when exporting to Turkey. You should use all capital letters and use the following structure:
1. Recipient's Full Name
2. Neighbourhood
3. Street Name and Type, Building Number, Apartment Number (if applicable)
4. Postal Code, District / Province
5. TURKEY (in capital letters)