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Compare DHL courier services for parcel delivery to India

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Send a Parcel To India Fast - DHL Courier Delivery

  • Send a parcel to India from £41.95 in 2 working days
     
  • Send letters, documents and parcels up to 25kg per transaction when dropping off, and up to 70kg per piece (max 10 pieces) when booking a courier collection online. Phone Customer Service for larger and heavier items
     
  • Real-time tracked & door-to-door delivery
     
  • Book a courier collection online or by calling DHL Customer Service. You’ll need to print parcel labels and Customs documents; weigh and measure your own packaging
     
  • Free boxes and envelopes when dropping off your parcel at over 1,400 locations across the UK
     
  • Pre 09:00, pre 12:00, and insurance services are available when booking a collection online or by phone 
     
  • No need to weigh, measure or print when dropping off your parcel and prices are determined by the size of the free box or envelope you choose and the zone that you’re sending it to
     

With a population of over 1.4 billion people, India is one of the world’s busiest parcel destinations. As the world’s largest democracy, India shares deep historical and commercial ties with the UK. Whether you're sending a parcel to major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru or Chennai, or to smaller destinations across the subcontinent, it’s important to choose a delivery service you can rely on, like DHL Express.

If you need to send a parcel to India, you can rely on DHL Express’s fast and secure delivery network to ensure it arrives safely and quickly. As one of the world’s leading international logistics companies, delivering to locations in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, you can trust DHL Express to deliver your package to India efficiently.

Sending a parcel to India with DHL Express takes as little as 2 working days. We offer a door-to-door delivery service, with a signature on delivery where available. You can also track your parcel for free online or via WhatsApp chat (WhatsApp calls are not supported). Best of all, there’s no need to open a DHL Express account.


How do I send a parcel to India?

Choose from 3 sending options for delivery to India. If you would like to book a parcel collection, you can use DHL Express online (DHLitNow) or by speaking to DHL Customer Service. Alternatively, if you prefer to drop off your parcel, you can use a DHL Service Point location near you. Simply complete your parcel details online to save time in store. When in store, pack your items into our free packaging provided by DHL Express, then pay and send your parcel. Make sure to check what you can and can’t send, even when sending gifts, to avoid Customs delays.

National Holidays 2025*
  • 1 January, Wednesday - New Year's Day  
  • 26 January, Sunday - Republic Day  
  • 31 March, Monday - Idul Fitr  
  • 18 April, Friday - Good Friday  
  • 1 May, Thursday - May Day  
  • 15 August, Friday - Independence Day  
  • 21 October, Tuesday - Diwali  
  • 25 December, Thursday - Christmas Day  
 
* Public holidays in India may affect our estimated transit times.
 
Flag of India: three horizontal stripes of saffron, white, and green with a navy blue Ashoka Chakra (24-spoke wheel) in the center of the white stripe.

India country facts

  • India is home to 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including natural wonders like Sundarbans National Park and iconic landmarks such as the Taj Mahal and Qutb Minar.
  • With around 38% of its population estimated to be vegetarian, India has the highest rate of vegetarianism in the world. Religious influences, particularly from Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism, play a big part in this dietary choice.
  • India has roughly 75% of the world’s wild tiger population, protected in reserves across the country. These conservation efforts began in the 1970s in an effort to halt their decline.
  • India produces more films each year than any other country, with Bollywood (based in Mumbai) serving as the heart of its massive cinema industry. These films often blend music, drama and vibrant visuals for global audiences.
  • Varanasi, a city along the banks of the Ganges River, is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a history going back more than 3,000 years. It remains a major religious and cultural location in India today.
  • The Himalayas, stretching across northern India, are some of the highest peaks in the world. This mountain range is crucial for India's climate, water supply, and biodiversity, and it holds significant spiritual and cultural importance.
  • Indian cuisine offers a variety and use of spices, with regional dishes reflecting local ingredients and cultural influences. Popular dishes include "masala", "samosa", "tandoori", and various curries.
Flag of India: three horizontal stripes of saffron, white, and green with a navy blue Ashoka Chakra (24-spoke wheel) in the center of the white stripe.
Flag of India: three horizontal stripes of saffron, white, and green with a navy blue Ashoka Chakra (24-spoke wheel) in the center of the white stripe.

Parcel delivery to India with DHL

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