International Economy
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When cost is more important than speed for sending a parcel overseas, choose International Economy.
International Economy has a target delivery of 10 to 25 days to 220 destinations worldwide.
The required postage is based on the weight of the parcel and charged in 10g increments, so you only pay for what it weighs.
You can send parcels by International Economy to PO Boxes and rural areas for no extra cost.
Find out about postage when sending parcels from Kapiti or Marlborough.
Parcels up to 2kg
| Max length + width + depth per parcel | Max length of any side per parcel | Max weight per parcel | Max standard cover per parcel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 900mm | 600mm | 2kg | NZ$250 |
Rolls and tubes up to 2kg
| Max length + (diameter x 2) per item | Max length per item | Max weight per item | Max standard cover per item |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,040mm | 900mm | 2kg | NZ$250 |
Parcels over 2kg
| Max length + girth per parcel | Max length of any side per parcel | Max weight per parcel | Max standard cover per parcel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2m | 1.05m | 20kg | NZ$250 |
All customs duties, sales taxes and other regulatory charges are payable by the receiver on delivery.
For more details on the cost to send your parcel, use the Rate Finder.
Sending with International Economy
To send by International Economy you need to have:
- a parcel with an International Economy sticker in the top left hand corner
- a completed Green Customs Declaration (OS008a) for parcels up to 2kg
- a completed Red Consignment note (OS007) for parcels over 2kg.
Lodge your parcel at your local PostShop.
Things you need to know
- For the latest updates on affected delivery times or items we temporarily cannot accept, check our international mail service announcements.
Compensation, high risk & prohibited items
Ensure your item is safe to send and find out if you’ll be compensated if it goes missing or gets damaged.
Compensation & prohibited items
Terms and conditions
The standard terms and conditions of the products and services offered by New Zealand Post Limited, including information on the extent of our liability, are set out in the Public Contract and the Postal Users' Guide. They are also available for reference at PostShop stores and selected New Zealand Post retail outlets.
Delivery Targets
You can expect that items will usually arrive at their destination within the delivery target specified. Because New Zealand Post does not directly control all parts of the delivery chain, we cannot guarantee that your item will always reach its destination within the delivery target. Delivery to areas outside major cities, or where your item is dutiable or held in Customs, may take longer. For information on our delivery targets for international destinations, view our guide to World Zones.
Required postage
The required postage is the value of postage required for New Zealand Post to carry the item. Actual price paid may vary instore. The required postage and specifications are subject to change.
Compensation, prohibited & high risk items
Before sending mail items, make sure your item is safe to send and will be covered if it goes missing or is damaged. Make sure you read about Compensation, high risk & prohibited items for more information.
International Economy, International Economy Courier, International Air are trade marks of New Zealand Post Limited.
