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Send Fresh Fruit 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

ANSWER

Can I post Fresh Fruit to United Kingdom?

RESTRICTEDVERIFIED · 2026-05-09LOW CONFIDENCE

Fresh Fruit requires declaration / permit when posted to United Kingdom.

DECLARATION

Required at the destination customs authority

SOURCE

gov.uk
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Full Details

Initial classification only — pending editorial verification. Fresh Fruit sent to United Kingdom typically requires an accurate customs declaration on the CN22 / CN23 label, may attract duty + VAT above the personal-import threshold, and in some cases needs a permit (medication / food / cultural property). Mailers should consult His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for the current parcel rule and threshold values.

PRACTICAL ADVICE

Declare the contents accurately on the CN22 / CN23 label. His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) computes duty + VAT above the destination's de-minimis threshold. Keep purchase receipts available in case the consignee receives a clearance notice.

OFFICIAL SOURCES

POSTING DETAILS

COUNTRY POSTING NOTES

Items sent by post valued over £135 require a customs declaration. Royal Mail and courier services handle customs clearance for postal imports. Certain items are prohibited from being sent internationally via post (batteries alone, aerosols, etc.).

Sending Fresh Fruit to other countries

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