📦 Shipping in Taiwancosts, times and pallet shipments

With SpedizioneComoda.com you can send parcels, documents and pallets to Taiwan from Italy easily, quickly and tracked 🚚. Enter weight and dimensions in the calculator, compare the best couriers and book online in minutes.

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📦 Shipping to Taiwan with ShippingComoda.com

With SpedizioneComoda.com you can ship to Taiwan without any complications, even though it is a non-EU destination with specific customs procedures handled by the Taiwanese Customs Administration.

Compare the best solutions (UPS, DHL, FedEx, TNT and others) in real time and choose the most suitable one in terms of time and cost.

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Real assistance and customs support

We help you fill out the documents correctly: this is essential for shipments to Taiwan, where inaccurate descriptions or incorrect declared values can cause blockages and additional costs.

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Full tracking

Track your shipment until delivery. With the tracking number the status of your shipment is just a click away.

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Home collection

Available for most services. If not, it will be specified to you during the quotation phase, either online or by phone or chat.

Shipping TipsComfortable: To ship to Taiwan without problems, describe the goods precisely on the pro-forma invoice - in English or traditional Chinese. Taiwanese customs requires accurate declarations: vague descriptions are the main cause of customs clearance delays.

📦 How much does it cost to ship in Taiwan?

The cost depends on:

  • actual weight and volumetric weight - The volumetric weight is calculated based on the actual size of the parcel; if it exceeds the actual weight, it determines the final price. Always enter the real length, width and height in the calculator
  • dimensions
  • destination city - Taipei and large cities have standard rates; mountainous areas and outlying islands may entail additional time
  • chosen service
  • possible customs duties - being non-EU, there may be customs costs to be borne by the recipient

Prices for shipping parcels in Taiwan

Package weight:

Approximate price:

0 - 5 kg

from 55 €

5 - 10 kg

from 64 €

10 - 20 kg

from 76 €

20 - 30 kg

from 115 €

30 - 40 kg

from 214 €

40 - 50 kg

from 348 €

Prices for shipping pallets in Taiwan

Pallet weight:

Approximate price:

0 - 50 kg

from 348 €

50 - 100 kg

from 420 €

100 - 200 kg

from 1,174 €

200 - 300 kg

from 2,348 €

Prices for sending documents in Taiwan

Document weight:

Approximate price

0 - 1 kg

from 41.35 €

1 - 1.5 kg

from 45.89 €

1.5 - 2 kg

from 52.84 €

The calculator always shows up-to-date prices.

🚚 Couriers to ship in Taiwan

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Send in Singapore with DHL - First choice for Taiwan: extensive network throughout the country, detailed tracking and guaranteed express times to Taipei, Kaohsiung and major cities.

Send in Singapore with UPS - Excellent solution for international shipments, competitive for medium-sized parcels to major Taiwanese hubs.

Sending Documents in Singapora with FedEx - Ideal for business shipments and commercial samples with efficient customs handling.

Shipping Pallets in Singapore with TNT - Good option for bulky goods and non-urgent shipments.

⏱️ Shipping time to dispatch in Taiwan

Shipments from Italy to Taiwan are exclusively by air (~9,700 km) and include Taiwanese customs clearance.

On average:

  • DHL Express: 2-3 DAYS working
  • UPS Express: 2-3 DAYS working
  • FedEx Express: 2-3 DAYS working
  • Economy (DHL / UPS / FedEx / TNT): 5-8 DAYS working

📍 Indicative examples

  • Milan → Taipei: 2-3 days (express)
  • Rome → Kaohsiung: 3-4 days (express)
  • Milan → Taichung: 2-3 days (express)

⚠️ Times may vary due to customs controls. During the Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year) and Ghost Month (July/August of the lunar calendar) times become longer: please plan ahead for shipments with exact deadlines.

📄 Documents and customs for shipping in Taiwan

Taiwan is non-EU: every shipment must pass through the Taiwanese Customs Administration. They are required:

  • sender's identity document (required by some couriers)
  • commercial invoice or proforma (in English)
  • detailed description of the goods (NO “gift”)
  • free export declaration
  • possible EORI for corporate shipments

Duties and de minimis threshold

Shipments with a declared value of less than NT$ 2,000 (approx. €58) are generally exempt from customs duties. Above this threshold, variable duties per product category plus the Taiwanese VAT (Business Tax) of 5%.

For commercial shipments to Taiwan, please check the customs code of your goods: 📋 What is the TARIC code and how to find it

💡 Shipping TipsComfortableAlways state the type of product, quantity, actual value and country of origin on every invoice. Taiwanese customs is particularly careful with technological and electronic products - generic descriptions such as “electronics” may cause additional inspections.

🚫 Avoid generic descriptions such as:
  • “gift”
  • “electronics”
  • “personal items”
Instead, use detailed descriptions, for example:
  • “Men's cotton T-shirt - 3 pieces - value €45 - made in Italy”.”
  • “Leather shoes - 1 pair - value €120 - made in Italy”.”
  • “Mechanical steel components - 5 pieces - value €200 - industrial use”.”
  • “Paper documents without commercial value”

What you can and cannot send a Taiwan?

Singapore applies strict rules on some specific categories:

🚫 Banned or severely restricted products:

  • Narcotics and psychotropic substances
  • Firearms, ammunition and explosives
  • Copyright and trademark infringing material
  • Meat and products of animal origin without health certification
  • Fresh plants, seeds and plant products without phytosanitary certification
  • Prescription drugs without medical documentation

🍷 Wine and spirits: permitted for personal use within the permitted thresholds. Commercial importation requires a specific licence.

🍝 Packaged foods: industrially packaged pasta, oil, biscuits and canned goods are generally allowed in small quantities for personal use with a customs declaration.

⚠️ Delays: holidays and peak days in Taiwan

  • 1 JANUARY - Solar New Year
  • LATE JANUARY / MID-FEBRUARY - Chinese New Year ⚠️ - Lunar New Year (3-7 days)
  • 28 FEBRUARY - Peace Memorial Day
  • 4 APRIL - Children's Day + Qingming Festival
  • MAY / JUNE - Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu)
  • SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER - Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqiu)
  • 10 OCTOBERNational Day - Taiwan National Day
  • 25 DECEMBER - Christmas Day
  • 1 JANUARY - Solar New Year
  • LATE JANUARY / MID-FEBRUARY - Chinese New Year ⚠️ - Lunar New Year (3-7 days)
  • 28 FEBRUARY - Peace Memorial Day
  • 4 APRIL - Children's Day + Qingming Festival
  • MAY / JUNE - Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu)
  • SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER - Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqiu)
  • 10 OCTOBERNational Day - Taiwan National Day
  • 25 DECEMBER - Christmas Day

⚠️ The Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year) is the most critical period: offices closed for 5-7 days, reduced logistics for about two weeks. For shipments with strict deadlines, plan at least three weeks in advance. The Ghost Month (seventh lunar month, usually August) is considered bad luck for business and removals in Taiwanese culture - some recipients prefer not to receive shipments at this time.

It also takes into account Italian public holidays (25 April, 1 May, 8 December), which may impact the withdrawal in Italy.

📍 Shipping to all cities in Taiwan

Singapore is a city-state: it has no provinces or regions, but is divided into 5 Community Development Council (CDC) and numerous planning areas.

Main city:

  • Taipei (台北) - capital and main economic hub
  • New Taipei City (新北市) - the most populous city in Taiwan
  • Kaohsiung (高雄) - second largest port in East Asia
  • Taichung (台中) - heart of Taiwanese manufacturing
  • Tainan (台南) - historical and cultural capital

Other locations:

  • Hsinchu (新竹) - Taiwanese Silicon Valley, semiconductor hub
  • Keelung (基隆) - northern main port
  • Taoyuan (桃園) - international airport hub (TPE airport)
  • Hualien (花蓮)
  • Chiayi (嘉義)

Islands We also cover Penghu Island (Fisherman's Islands), Kinmen and Matsu. For the islands, delivery times can be 2-4 days longer than on mainland Taiwan.

🏷️ Correct address in Taiwan

The Taiwanese CAP consists of 5 figures (latest format: 6 figures with additional district, e.g. 100001 for Zhongzheng, Taipei).

Format for international shipping:

  • First name Last name
  • [House number], [Street name].
  • [District], [City] [Postcode]
  • TAIWAN (R.O.C.)
  • Telephone: +886 [number without the leading 0].
📍 Real example
  • Chen Wei-Ming
  • No. 45, Zhongshan North Road, Section 2
  • Zhongshan District, Taipei City 10452
  • TAIWAN (R.O.C.)
  • Tel: +886 2 2345 6789
📍 Real example (private flat)
  • Marco Rossi
  • 10 Orchard Road
  • #12-01 ION Orchard Residences
  • SINGAPORE 238832
  • Tel: +65 9876 5432
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💡 Local councils

  • POSTAL CODE5 or 6 digits. Always check the postcode on the official Chunghwa Post website before sending
  • R.O.C.always write “TAIWAN (R.O.C.)” as the country - avoid ambiguous abbreviations that can cause confusion in international logistics hubs
  • Districtalways include the district name (e.g. Zhongshan District, Da'an District in Taipei)
  • Phoneinternational dialling code +886, remove the initial 0 (e.g. 02 → +886 2; 09xx → +886 9xx)
  • Companies: add the company name above the recipient's name, followed by the department if necessary

🇹🇼 Check address and postcode in Taiwan: Chunghwa Post - Postal code search - Taiwanese Post official website

Shipping TipsComfortable: Always indicate “TAIWAN (R.O.C.)” as the destination country to avoid sorting errors at international logistics hubs. Do not use “Taiwan” or “China” only. 🚀

🇹🇼 Taiwan - Further information

Taiwan is an island of about 36,000 km² with a population of about 23 million. Capital Taipei. Official language: Mandarin Chinese (traditional Chinese). Currency: New Taiwanese Dollar (TWD/NT$).

Taiwan is one of the world's most important technology hubs: TSMC, the world's largest semiconductor foundry, is based in Hsinchu. The island is also known as the “Silicon Valley of Asia” due to the concentration of tech companies in areas such as chips, displays, computers and electronic components.

Among the UNESCO sites: the Kinmen Cultural Landscape and its historical architecture. Taiwanese cuisine (小吃 xiǎochī, literally “little eating”) is one of the most popular in Asia: bubble tea, beef noodle soup and scallion pancakes are among the national symbols.

🇮🇹 Links with Italy and Italians

Relations between Italy and Taiwan are significant and growing:

  • Italian export fashion, luxury automotive, precision machinery, AOC wines and food products
  • strong demand for made in Italy in Taipei: high-end Italian premium department stores such as Gucci, Prada and Bottega Veneta have an established presence
  • growing interest in Italian cuisinepasta, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and espresso coffee are highly appreciated
  • B2B exchanges growing: many Italian precision engineering SMEs collaborate with Taiwanese manufacturing partners
  • Growing Italian community in Taipei for work and industrial cooperation

Italy → Taiwan shipments are common for business, commercial samples, e-commerce and personal consignments.

🪜 How to organise your shipment in Taiwan

Step 1

Packaging and measurement

the package (weight + actual dimensions)

Step 2

Request

an online quote

Step 3

Prepare content

and customs documents (pro forma invoice, free export declaration)

Step 4

Complete the order

and pay online

Step 5

Receive and print

the waybill

Step 6

Wait for collection

home delivery or delivery to the courier point

Complete guide: how to place an order

❓ FAQ - Shipping in Taiwan

How much does it cost to ship a parcel to Taiwan from Italy?

The cost depends on weight, size and chosen service. Use our calculator for a real-time updated quote comparing DHL, UPS, FedEx and TNT.

How long does it take to ship to Taiwan?

With an express service, you arrive in 2-3 working days. With economy services, the time is 5-8 working days. Always add 1-3 days for customs control. During the Lunar New Year, the time is significantly longer.

Do I need customs to ship to Taiwan?

Yes, compulsorily. Taiwan is non-EU and every shipment goes through the Customs Administration. Pro-forma invoice and free export declaration are mandatory. Our platform guides the automatic generation of documents.

How much do customs controls affect Taiwan?

With correct documentation, 1-2 additional working days. Taiwanese customs is efficient but careful with technological and electronic products, which may require additional inspections if not described accurately.

Can personal effects be shipped to Taiwan?

Yes, with precise documentation. Clothing, shoes, books and items for personal use are generally permitted.

Italian food can be shipped to Taiwan?

Industrially packaged pasta, oil, biscuits and canned goods are generally permitted in small quantities for personal use. Meat, sausages and non-certified fresh products of animal origin are forbidden.

What can't I ship to Taiwan?

Narcotics, weapons, copyright infringing material, meat and animal products without certification, plants and seeds without phytosanitary certification. Taiwanese customs is particularly careful with copyrighted products.

Does the volumetric weight affect the cost?

Yes, always. If the volumetric weight exceeds the actual weight, you pay the volumetric weight. It varies depending on the courier chosen.

Is it possible to insure the shipment?

Yes, available when ordering online as a percentage of the insured value. Glass, ceramics, food and alcohol are not covered.

Can I ship a pallet to Taiwan?

Yes, we handle pallets and bulky loads to Taiwan. See the price table or contact us for a customised quote.

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