FranceShipping and customs data last updated: August 7, 2026
How to ship from Thailand to France in 4 steps
Preparing complete details before you book keeps the quoted price accurate and reduces the chance of your parcel being held for document checks along the way.
- Check your items
Confirm your goods are not on the carrier's or France's prohibited or controlled-items list.
- Pack and measure the box
Weigh the box after packing and measure width x length x height, because carriers may charge by volumetric weight.
- Compare rates
Enter your details in ParcelRadar and choose a service by price, transit time and the conditions that suit your parcel.
- Let us handle the paperwork
Send your item details to the ParcelRadar team and we'll help prepare the invoice, packing list and coordinate any required permits before shipping.
Which company should you use to ship to France?
Still not sure which service to use to ship to France?
Take a look at sample rates for a small parcel weighing 0.10 kg from Bangkok to Paris.
There are budget, express and ALL-IN (tax-inclusive) options to compare before you decide.
| Shipping provider | Estimated transit time | Sample price | Import tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| ePacket | 7-15 business days | ฿239.00 | Not ALL-IN |
| DHL Paket France | 9-17 business days | ฿511.78 | ALL-IN |
| DPD France | 9-17 business days | ฿601.83 | ALL-IN |
| Fedex Ground EU2 | 9-17 business days (France) | ฿702.29 | ALL-IN |
| UPS Ground EU4 | 9-17 business days (France) | ฿799.21 | ALL-IN |
| Hainan Airlines BKK ✈︎ CKG ✈︎ CDG (ปารีส ชาร์ล เดอ โกล,ฝรั่งเศส) | 1-3 business days | ฿933.33 | Not ALL-IN |
| Qatar Airways BKK ✈︎ DOH ✈︎ CDG (ปารีส ชาร์ล เดอ โกล,ฝรั่งเศส) | 1-3 business days | ฿1,126.67 | Not ALL-IN |
Sample prices as of August 7, 2026. Services may apply a different minimum or volumetric weight, so your actual price depends on the packed weight,
box size, postal code, item type and membership tier.
Services tagged ALL-IN show a net price that already includes customs clearance, export and import taxes,
fees and related charges under the service's terms.
The sender knows the total before paying, and the recipient doesn't have to wait to pay extra tax when the parcel arrives in France.
Key conditions to compare before choosing a service
- Transit times shown are estimates and may increase due to customs inspection, holidays or the destination area.
- Prices are based on actual weight versus volumetric weight, using the higher of the two, plus each service's minimum weight.
- Each service supports different goods, such as processed food, batteries, liquids or controlled items.
- Insurance may not cover under-declared value, fragile or perishable goods, and unsuitable packaging.
- Many services offer 24-hour tracking, insurance, door-to-door delivery and map tracking — compare the features before choosing.
What to know about shipping parcels to France
You don't need to worry about taxes and paperwork.
ParcelRadar helps choose a suitable service, check item conditions and prepare documents before shipping,
and you can pick an ALL-IN service to know the total cost from the start.
Don't want to worry about tax? Choose ALL-IN
Standard services may charge VAT, duty and handling fees at the destination.
But ParcelRadar's ALL-IN service includes these costs in the displayed price under the service's terms.
The sender knows the total before paying and the recipient doesn't have to pay extra tax when the parcel arrives in France.
The team will help check the item type and recommend an ALL-IN service that works for your parcel.
Food can be shipped, but choose the right service
Most services in the system support processed food, but you should tell us the item type, ingredients
and packaging so the team can review it before shipping. If you choose UPS, DHL or FedEx Express
to a European Union country, food can still be shipped, but customs clearance may take longer.
Illegal goods, counterfeits and hazardous materials remain prohibited.
Documents for shipping to France — let ParcelRadar help prepare them
The main documents usually include the shipping label, customs form, commercial invoice and packing list, plus additional permits or certificates for certain goods. You don't need to worry about how to fill in or produce these documents.
Just tell the ParcelRadar team the item name, quantity, value, ingredients or product photos, and the purpose of shipping, and we'll help check the information, prepare the invoice and packing list, and coordinate any specific permits or documents required before shipping — reducing the chance of delays from incomplete information.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does shipping from Thailand to France take?
Express services take around 2-5 business days, while budget services take around 7-14 business days, not including customs clearance time.
How can I check an accurate France shipping cost?
Weigh the actual weight and measure all three sides of the box after packing, then enter the destination country, weight and size in ParcelRadar to compare the latest cost of shipping to France from each service.
Do I have to pay tax to ship a parcel to France?
Standard services may charge VAT, duty and handling fees at the destination, but ParcelRadar offers an ALL-IN service where the displayed price already includes taxes and charges under the terms. The sender knows the total before paying and the recipient doesn't have to pay extra tax when the parcel arrives in France.
What documents do I need to ship to France?
You generally need a shipping label, customs form, invoice and packing list, plus permits or certificates for certain goods. You don't have to prepare everything yourself, because the ParcelRadar team will check the information, prepare the documents, and help coordinate any required permits before shipping.
What items are prohibited from being shipped to France?
Illegal goods, counterfeits and hazardous materials are prohibited. Processed food can be shipped with most services, but you should have the team review the ingredients and packaging first. If you use UPS, DHL or FedEx Express to the European Union, customs clearance for food may take longer.
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