📦 Shipping to Malaysiacosts, times and pallet shipments 

With SpedizioneComoda.com, you can send parcels, documents and pallets from Italy to Malaysia easily, quickly and with tracking. Enter the weight and dimensions into the calculator, compare the best couriers and book online in just a few minutes.

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📦 Shipping at Malaysia with SpedizioneComoda.com

With SpedizioneComoda.com, you can send parcels to Malaysia hassle-free. Malaysia is outside the EU, and customs procedures are handled by the RMCD (Royal Malaysian Customs Department). It is one of the most dynamic countries in South-East Asia, comprising two geographically separate parts: the Malay Peninsula (West Malaysia) and Malaysian Borneo (Sabah and Sarawak, East Malaysia) — this geographical division has significant implications for delivery times.

Shipping to Malaysia
Real assistance and customs support

We can help you complete the paperwork correctly for shipments to Malaysia.

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Full tracking

Track your parcel right through to delivery using the tracking number.

Shipping to Malaysia
Home collection

Available for most services.

Shipping TipsComfortable: Malaysia is divided into two parts, geographically separated by the South China Sea: the Malay Peninsula (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru) and Malaysian Borneo (Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, Kuching in Sarawak). For destinations in Borneo, always allow an extra 2–4 days compared to the Peninsula.

📦 How much does it cost to send a parcel to Malaysia?

The cost depends on:

  • actual weight and volumetric weight — always enter the actual dimensions into the calculator
  • dimensions
  • destination — The Malay Peninsula (KL, Penang, JB) has excellent coverage; Malaysian Borneo (Sabah, Sarawak) requires additional time
  • chosen service
  • duties and SST — Malaysia levies the Sales and Service Tax (SST): 10% on imported goods, 6% on services. The de minimis threshold for e-commerce is MYR 500 (approximately €100)

Prices for shipping parcels at Malaysia

Package weight:

Approximate price:

0 - 5 kg

from 41 €

5 - 10 kg

from €67

10 - 20 kg

from 79 €

20 - 30 kg

from €118

30 - 40 kg

from 217 €

40 - 50 kg

from €321

Prices for shipping pallets at Malaysia

Pallet weight:

Approximate price:

0 - 50 kg

from €321

50 - 100 kg

from €386

100 - 200 kg

from €956

200 - 300 kg

from €1,910

300 - 400 kg

from €2,864

400 - 500 kg

from €3,818

500 - 600 kg

from €4,772

Prices for sending documents in Malaysia

Document weight:

Approximate price

0 - 0.5 kg

from €34.87

0.1 – 1 kg

from €39.70

1 - 1.5 kg

from €41.59

1.5 - 2 kg

from €46.49

The calculator always shows up-to-date prices.

🚚 Couriers to ship at Malaysia

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Shipping to Malaysia with DHL – Main hub in Kuala Lumpur (KUL), with coverage across the entire Malay Peninsula and Malaysian Borneo.

Shipping to Malaysia with FedEx – Ideal for urgent shipments and commercial samples to Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

Shipping to Malaysia with UPS – A good alternative for the main commercial hubs on the Italian peninsula.

Shipping to Malaysia with TNT - Option for bulky goods and non-urgent shipments.

⏱️ Shipping time to dispatch at Malaysia

Shipments from Italy to Malaysia are by air (~10,500 km) and include RMCD customs clearance.

  • DHL / FedEx / UPS Express: 3–5 DAYS working days (Peninsula)
  • Borneo (Sabah/Sarawak): 4–7 DAYS working days (express)
  • Standard: 7–12 days working

📍 Indicative examples

  • Milan → Kuala Lumpur: 3–4 days (express)
  • Rome → Penang: 4–5 days (express)
  • Milan → Kota Kinabalu (Sabah): 5–7 days (express)
  • Milan → Kuching (Sarawak): 5–7 days (express)

⚠️ Allow an extra 1–3 days for RMCD customs checks. During Hari Raya Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr), Malaysia comes to a near standstill for two official days, with logistical delays lasting a week. Malaysia has a multicultural population: Chinese (23%), Indians (7%) and Malays (70%) — its calendar of public holidays is one of the most extensive in Asia.

📄 Documents and customs for shipping at Malaysia

Malaysia is outside the EU: all consignments pass through the RMCD (Royal Malaysian Customs Department). Required documents:

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

Duties and the Malaysian SST

Malaysia applies the Sales and Service Tax (SST): 10% on imported goods (standard rate), with certain categories subject to 5% or exempt. The de minimis threshold for e-commerce imports is MYR 500 (approximately €100) — below this threshold, personal consignments are exempt from SST.

📋 What is the TARIC code and how to find it

💡 Shipping TipsComfortable: Always state the type of product, quantity, actual value and country of origin. Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country: pork-based products require specific labelling and may be subject to additional checks. Always check the ingredients of food products before posting them.

🚫 Avoid general descriptions:

  • “gift”
  • “clothes”
  • “goods”

✅ Use precise descriptions:

  • “Men’s cotton T-shirts – 2 pieces – value €40 – Made in Italy”
  • “Leather shoes – 1 pair – value €100 – Made in Italy”
  • “Paper documents without commercial value”

🚫 Prohibited or restricted products:

  • Narcotics (death penalty for trafficking — zero tolerance)
  • Weapons, ammunition and explosives
  • Pornographic material
  • Products contrary to Islamic morality
  • Plants and agricultural products without phytosanitary certification

🍷 Wine and spirits: Permitted for personal use in limited quantities. Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country but not a prohibitionist one: alcohol is sold in shops and bars outside predominantly Malay areas. Very high duties on alcohol (200%+).

🍝 Packaged foods: generally permitted for personal use. Pork-based products require specific labelling and may be subject to additional checks.

⚠️ Holidays and delays in Malaysia

DATE:

HOLIDAYS:

LOGISTICAL IMPACT:

1–2 JANUARY

New Year's Day

Closing

JANUARY / FEBRUARY

Chinese New Year

⚠️ 2 days + slower pace this week

various

Thaipusam (Tamil community)

Partial closure

various

Hari Raya Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr)

⚠️ CRITICAL: 2 days per week

various

Hari Raya Aidiladha (Eid al-Adha)

⚠️ Closed for 2 days

1 MAY

Labour Day

Closing

various

Wesak Day (Buddhist)

Closing

JUNE (variable)

Asanha Bucha Day

Closing

31 AUGUST

National Day – Hari Merdeka

⚠️ National holiday

16 SEPTEMBER

Malaysia Day

⚠️ National holiday

various

Deepavali (Indian Diwali)

Partial closure

25 DECEMBER

Christmas Day

Partial closure

5 DECEMBER

King Bhumibol’s Birthday / Father’s Day

Closing

⚠️ Holidays and delays in Malaysia

  • 1 JANUARY: New Year’s Day (closing)
  • JANUARY / FEBRUARY: Chinese New Year (⚠️ 2 days + slower pace this week)
  • various: Thaipusam (Tamil community) (partial closure)
  • various: Hari Raya Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr) (⚠️ CRITICAL: 2 days per week)
  • various: Hari Raya Aidiladha (Eid al-Adha) (⚠️ Closed for 2 days)
  • 1 MAY: Labour Day (closing)
  • various: Wesak Day (Buddhist) (closing)
  • JUNE (various): The Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s Birthday (closing)
  • 31 AUGUST: National Day – Hari Merdeka (⚠️ National holiday)
  • 16 SEPTEMBER: Malaysia Day (⚠️ National holiday)
  • various: Deepavali (Indian Diwali) (Partial closure)
  • 25 DECEMBER: Christmas Day (Partial closure)

⚠️ Hari Raya Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr) This is the most critical holiday period for shipments to Malaysia: the country slows down for a week before and after the two official public holidays. Malaysia has one of the busiest holiday calendars in Asia, with festivals celebrated by the three main communities (Malay, Chinese and Indian) taking place throughout the year.

📍 Shipping to all city of Malaysia

Major cities – Malay Peninsula:

  • Kuala Lumpur (KL) – the capital and main hub, home to KLIA airport
  • Petaling Jaya / Selangor – the KL metropolitan area, a manufacturing hub
  • Penang (George Town) – the north’s IT and manufacturing hub, UNESCO
  • Johor Bahru – southern hub, near Singapore
  • Ipoh (Perak) – the third-largest city, a hub for mining and gastronomy
  • Malacca (Melaka) – UNESCO World Heritage City

East Malaysia — Borneo:

  • Kota Kinabalu (Sabah) – a hub in North Borneo, a base for Mount Kinabalu (UNESCO)
  • Kuching (Sarawak) – the capital of Sarawak, Borneo’s cultural hub
  • Miri (Sarawak) – Borneo’s oil hub

East Malaysia — Borneo:

  • Shah Alam, Subang Jaya, Klang – industrial hubs in the KL metropolitan area
  • Kota Bharu, Terengganu, Kuantan – the eastern coasts of the peninsula
  • Sandakan, Tawau – eastern Sabah, remote areas

🏷️ Correct address in Malaysia

The Thai postcode consists of 5 digits.

Format for international shipping:

  • First name Last name
  • [House number],
  • [Street name],
  • [Neighbourhood / Taman],
  • [5-digit postcode]
  • [City] [State],
  • MALAYSIA
  • Tel: +60 [number without the leading 0]

📍 Real-life example (Kuala Lumpur): 

  • Ahmad Razif, aged 15,
  • Jalan Bukit Bintang,
  • Bukit Bintang,
  • 55100
  • Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory,
  • MALAYSIA
  • Tel: +60 3 2143 5678
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💡 Local councils:

  • CAP: 5 figures (e.g. 50,000 for KL city centre, 10,000 for Penang, 80,000 for Johor Bahru)
  • Status: Always include the name of the state — Malaysia has 13 states and 3 federal territories
  • Street / Lane / Park: “Jalan” = street, “Lorong” = alley, “Taman” = residential area — always include
  • Telephone: Area code +60. Drop the leading 0. KL landline: +60 3; mobile: +60 1x

🔗 Check your credit limit: Pos Malaysia (National Post Office)

🇲🇾 Malaysia – Useful information

Malaysia is a country in South-East Asia with a population of around 33 million. Its capital is Kuala Lumpur (KL). Official languages: Malay (Bahasa Malaysia). Currency: Malaysian ringgit (MYR).

It is one of the most dynamic economies in ASEAN, with strong manufacturing (semiconductors, electronics), oil (Petronas) and tourism sectors. It is famous for the Petronas Towers (formerly the world’s tallest skyscrapers), the rainforests of Borneo (UNESCO), its multicultural cuisine and its exceptional biodiversity.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites include: the Gunung Mulu and Kinabalu Nature Park in Borneo, and the historic town of George Town (Penang).

🇮🇹 Ties with Italy and Italians:

  • Italian exports to Malaysia: industrial machinery, components for the electronics, automotive and fashion sectors, and premium food products
  • Italian cuisine is very much in evidence in Kuala Lumpur: there are hundreds of Italian restaurants in the expat areas (KLCC, Mont Kiara, Bangsar)
  • Italian community in Malaysia: around 3,000 residents, mainly in Kuala Lumpur, working in the manufacturing, consultancy and oil & gas sectors
  • Malaysia is a regional hub for many Italian companies operating in South-East Asia
  • Growing interest in Italian design and fashion amongst Malaysia’s expanding middle class

🪜 How to organise your shipment at Malaysia

Step 1

Packaging and measurement

the package (weight + actual dimensions)

Step 2

Request

an online quote

Step 3

Prepare content

and customs documents

Step 4

Complete the order

and pay online

Step 5

Receive and print

the waybill

Step 6

Wait for collection

at home

Complete guide: how to place an order

❓ FAQ - Shipping at Malaysia

How much does it cost to post to Malaysia?

Use the quote calculator with DHL, UPS, FedEx and TNT.

How long does it take?

3–5 days (express) for the Peninsula, 4–7 days for Borneo (Sabah/Sarawak). Economy: 7–12 days. Allow an extra 1–3 days for RMCD customs clearance.

Does East Malaysia (Borneo) take longer?

Yes. Malaysian Borneo (Sabah and Sarawak) is geographically separated from the Malay Peninsula by the South China Sea. You should always allow an extra 2–4 days compared to destinations on the Peninsula.

Can I send pork products to Malaysia?

It is possible, but you need to be careful: Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country. Pork products must be clearly labelled and may be subject to additional checks at customs. They are not banned, but always check.

Can I send alcohol to Malaysia?

Yes, for personal use in limited quantities, but with extremely high duties (over 200% of the value). Malaysia is not a prohibitionist country, but the duties make importing alcohol for personal use very expensive.

Can I send a pallet to Malaysia?

Yes. Please see the price list or contact us.

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