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Send Lithium Power Bank 🇩🇪 Germany

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Can I post Lithium Power Bank to Germany?

RESTRICTEDVERIFIED · 2024-09-15

Deutsche Post/DHL restricts lithium batteries by post

QUANTITY / LIMITS

Max 100Wh in device

DOCUMENTS

  • Lithium battery marking
  • DG declaration for air mail

DECLARATION

Required at the destination customs authority

SOURCE

deutschepost.de
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Full Details

Deutsche Post and DHL restrict the mailing of lithium batteries. Standalone lithium batteries over 100Wh are prohibited by post. Batteries in devices under 100Wh may be shipped with proper marking. Travelers should check current regulations before departure as rules change frequently. Carry all relevant documentation including prescriptions and purchase receipts. Declare items proactively at customs to avoid penalties.

PRACTICAL ADVICE

Use DHL Express with dangerous goods capability for power bank shipments.

OFFICIAL SOURCES

POSTING DETAILS

QUANTITY / WEIGHT LIMITS

Max 100Wh in device

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

  • Lithium battery marking
  • DG declaration for air mail

LEGAL REFERENCE

Deutsche Post terms, IATA DGR, ADR

COUNTRY POSTING NOTES

Deutsche Post DHL and customs coordinate for international parcel clearance. VAT applies to all imported goods. Items above €150 customs value require payment of customs duty. Prohibited items are seized by customs.

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