- Send a parcel to South Africa from £41.95 in 2 working days
- Send letters, documents and parcels up to 25 kg 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
South Africa sits at the southern tip of the African continent, where coastlines, mountains and wildlife reserves meet one of the region’s most developed economies. With 11 official languages and strong links to the UK, it’s a country shaped by both history and trade. Whether you’re sending a parcel to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban or further afield, DHL Express delivers across South Africa.
If you need to send a parcel to South Africa, DHL Express makes it simple. As one of the world’s leading logistics providers, delivering to more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, we provide a fast and secure delivery service you can rely on.
Sending a parcel to South Africa with DHL Express takes as little as 2 working days. We offer a door-to-door delivery service and ensure parcels are signed for where available. You can track your shipment for free online or via WhatsApp chat (WhatsApp calls are not supported), and there’s no need to open a DHL Express account to send with us.
How do I send a parcel to South Africa?
Sending a parcel to South Africa is straightforward with DHL Express. You can book a collection from your home or office using our online DHLitNow service, or speak with DHL Customer Service if you'd prefer to arrange it by phone. If you’d rather send in person, visit a DHL Service Point near you. Complete your shipment details online to save time in store, then simply pack your items using our free DHL Express packaging, pay, and send.
Be sure to check what you can and can’t send, even when sending gifts, to avoid Customs delays.