The transport time of your parcel delivery to Hong Kong will depend on a few factors including the size of your load and the type of delivery service you choose. We offer different speeds of service with different price points with speedier options such as air delivery at a higher price point. We’ve detailed the average UK to Hong Kong delivery times below as a guide. Contact our team for more information on delivery times and prices.

Express Shipping to Hong Kong:
Fast delivery to Hong Kong by air.
7-14 Days

Economy Delivery to Hong Kong:
Cost-effective delivery to Hong Kong by sea.
6-9 Weeks

PSS always aims to get your parcel delivered on time, no matter what size your load. However, it pays to be aware of Hong Kong’s public holidays when planning your move and to factor in any delays accordingly. You can take a look at upcoming public holidays in Hong Kong here. You should also be aware of any unexpected extreme weather conditions that might affect the timing of your parcel delivery.

If you have a number of items to send to Hong Kong, for example loads of more than ten boxes or household moves that our usual parcel service doesn’t cover, our removals to Hong Kong service should meet your needs.

Hong Kong postal address formats take a similar format to UK addresses. When addressing a parcel for sending to Hong Kong from the UK, you should include the following in addition to the recipient’s name:

• The street address including the apartment number, floor and building name
• The name of the village, town or district
• ‘Hong Kong’ or ‘HKG’ in caps under the address

View Hong Kong Post’s guidelines for up-to-date information and more. PSS’s international parcel shipping service will take care of making sure your items get to the right place and will discuss any requirements with you ahead of time.

Import approval is required for importing some items of food, plants, vehicles and Alcohol (no tax free allowance) into HK.

To transport alcohol you will be requested to supply a list of all alcohol, listing the quantity, size and type of alcohol. Goods entering Hong Kong are subject to a full physical examination. The Ministry of Agriculture may also wish to inspect some items.

Firearms will require a valid certificate and a copy of the de-registration certificate from the country of origin.

Restricted goods:

• Alcohol / Wine: Subject to payment of duties.
• Non-perishable food items, packed in cans or other durable packaging, may be imported in small amounts for personal use.

An import Licence is required for:

• Plants, Vegetable products
• Dogs, cats, birds
• Certain feathers furs, skins, tusks, etc. of animals coming under the Protected Species Regulations

Prohibited goods:

• Explosives, fireworks, clasp-knives.
• Sand
• Drugs including prescriptions
• Rice
• Radio equipment
• Smokeless tobacco such as chewing tobacco

For a full list of restricted or prohibited items, please see the official Hong Kong customs website here or our complete FIDI customs guide for Hong Kong here.

When your shipment arrives in Hong Kong we will handle the customs clearance procedure on your behalf, please keep in mind that goods arriving into Hong Kong are subject to an examination fee upon arrival.

We generally start this process as quickly and as early as we can, rest assured that we will keep you updated every step of the way to ensure that prior to your arrival we have all the relevant documentation and contact details required

If you are transporting alcohol, it is important that you declare these in advance to avoid delays. A list will need to be submitted listing every bottle of alcohol as well as the size, type and strength

Firearms will be ceased for inspection and provided you have the valid certificate and the origin de-registration certificate or confirmation your firearm will be returned to you.

A summary of tax relief qualifications are below. For more details visit Hong Kong customs.

Duty free entry for goods and personal effects
Duty-Free entry if you qualify with the below:

• The shipper is the owner
• Items have been owned and used for 6 months plus

Small and Letter-Sized Shipments to Hong Kong

Most small or letter-sized parcels to Hong Kong enter free of additional customs duties. As a centre for business, the country makes importing documents and paperwork as cheap and easy as possible.

Your PSS Move Manager will also be able to advise on the latest customs requirements for Hong Kong. Contact our team to find out more.

Once your goods have been released by Hong Kong customs we’ll contact you to arrange a suitable delivery day.
Once we’ve received clearance of your goods we’ll either deliver your sea freight container directly to your new home or it will be delivered in a separate vehicle. This all depends on the type of shipment you are sending. Our unloading crew will place your items in the rooms of your choice and unwrap and remove the packing material from any furniture.

We highly advise you to take out shipment protection cover before sending items to Hong Kong. Although you’re not likely to experience any problems, it’s still wise to have cover when sending goods overseas, especially for items of any significant financial value.

PSS International offers extremely flexible Shipment Protection Plans. You can cover your whole shipment or choose the individual items you wish to cover. Your PSS Move Manager can explain the different options available and guide you through completing the Shipment Protection Valuation form.