Sending a parcel from Australia to Hong Kong is one of the easiest international routes there is. Hong Kong is a free port, so almost everything you ship — supplements, baby formula, clothing, electronics, skincare — arrives duty-free, with no GST or import tax for the recipient to pay. You have two ways to send it: FedEx gets your box there in 1–3 business days door to door, while Australia Post is the cheaper choice for books, clothing and general goods (3–5 days Express, 6–10 days Standard). Send parcels straight to our Melbourne warehouse or drop them at a local agent, and we handle the rest. Use the calculator below for an instant quote before you book.
Effective 1 April 2026, a small handling fee applies when your parcels arrive at our Melbourne warehouse — it covers sorting, scanning and short-term storage:
- Per parcel (≤ 30 kg each): AUD $1.00
- Per pallet: AUD $15.00
The fee is added automatically to your shipping invoice at order time.
📦 Route：Australia → Hong Kong
⏱ Transit：1–3 business days
📅 Updated：
🚚 Carrier：Australia Post / FedEx
🛃 Customs: Duty-free — Hong Kong is a free port, so most goods arrive with no import duty or GST (only tobacco & spirits over 30% ABV are taxed)
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📋 Quick Summary: Australia → Hong Kong · Hong Kong is a free port — most goods are duty-free (tobacco and spirits over 30% ABV are taxed) · AusPost Express 3–5 business days · AusPost Standard 6–10 business days · FedEx 1–3 business days · Electronics with batteries accepted (must be installed in device) · Volumetric weight: L×W×H(cm)÷5000
💰 Rates · 🛍️ Popular Items · 🛃 Customs · 📦 How to Ship · ❓ FAQ · ⛔ Prohibited
Regardless of origin warehouse (Australia / China / Malaysia / Japan etc.), Ebaoguo offers three channel types:
| Channel | Examples | Duty terms |
|---|---|---|
| ① Consolidation line (proprietary) | Ebaoguo direct air / sea | DDP only when article explicitly labels “duty included / DDP”; otherwise DDU |
| ② Postal services (national postal) | Australia Post, China Post, Pos Malaysia, Japan Post, SingPost, etc. | DDU — recipient pays at destination |
| ③ International express | FedEx, DHL, UPS, etc. | DDU — recipient pays at destination |
The customs and tax information on this page is compiled from official government sources and is provided strictly as a shipping reference. At the time of actual clearance:
- Destination customs authorities may consider the declared value, but are not obliged to use it as the assessable basis;
- Customs may apply their own product valuation database or reference price to determine duty;
- The exact duty amount, whether duty is levied, and whether the parcel is inspected are solely at the discretion of destination customs; Ebaoguo cannot guarantee outcomes;
- This page does not constitute a tax-assessment authority and cannot be used as evidence in any customs dispute;
- All duties, VAT, consumption tax, and surcharges are paid by the recipient at destination (DDU); Ebaoguo does not collect or pre-pay duty.
Rates & Transit Time #
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- Shipping rate (by chargeable weight)
- Handling / warehouse intake / fumigation fees (if applicable)
- Pickup fee (if you choose home pickup)
- Extra service fees, commission, fuel surcharges
- Destination customs duty / VAT / GST (only on DDP self-operated lines marked "included")
- Import duty + GST/VAT on non-DDP routes — destination customs collects from recipient
- Insurance (optional, ~5% of declared value; shown at bottom of each card)
- Customs inspection / return / storage detention fees in exceptional cases
Chargeable weight = max(actual weight, volumetric weight). Volumetric weight (kg) = L × W × H (cm) ÷ 5000. Use the Rate Calculator for an instant quote.
Australia Post to Hong Kong: Delivery Times & Rules #
- AusPost Express: 3–5 business days — suitable for time-sensitive parcels
- AusPost Standard: 6–10 business days — economical option for books, clothing, general goods
- Weight limit: max 20 kg per parcel; max single dimension 105 cm
- Battery rule: accepts lithium batteries installed in devices (max 2 battery-containing devices per parcel); no loose/bare batteries or standalone power banks
- PO Box delivery: AusPost can deliver to Hong Kong Post Office Boxes
- Customs declaration: CN23 form required with accurate item description and declared value
- Insurance: optional at 5% of declared value; without insurance max compensation AUD$100; with insurance max AUD$500
FedEx to Hong Kong: 1–3 Day Door-to-Door #
📋 FedEx shipment requirement #
A supplier-issued invoice must be provided before dispatch. Used / second-hand goods are not accepted (documents excepted).
- Transit: 1–3 business days — fastest available option, door-to-door (no PO Box delivery)
- Power banks: accepts standalone lithium batteries and power banks compliant with IATA regulations (watt-hour rating must be declared)
- Size limits: longest side ≤ 274 cm; longest side + girth ≤ 330 cm
- Multi-parcel: one waybill can cover multiple packages with combined weight
- Dispatch: Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
- Insurance: optional at 5% of declared value; without insurance max AUD$100; with insurance max AUD$500
What Can I Send from Australia to Hong Kong? #
- 💊 Australian health supplements & vitamins: fish oil, vitamin C/D, probiotics, collagen (Blackmores, Swisse, etc.) — no import licence required for personal use quantities
- 🍼 Baby formula: A2, Bellamy’s and other Australian brands — personal imports are unrestricted; declare accurate product name and weight
- 🧴 Skincare & cosmetics: Aesop, Jurlique, Lucas’ Papaw Ointment, Sukin — treated as general goods, no special restrictions
- 📱 Electronics with batteries: smartphones, tablets, cameras, laptops (batteries must be installed) — AusPost max 2 battery devices per parcel; FedEx has no such limit
- 🔋 Standalone power banks: FedEx only (must comply with IATA regulations, declare watt-hour rating); AusPost does not accept standalone power banks
- 👕 Clothing & footwear: UGG boots, Country Road, Kathmandu outdoor gear — general goods, no restrictions
- 🍯 Australian specialty foods: honey, macadamia nuts, Tim Tams, Manuka honey — declare accurately; wine and beverages under 30% ABV can be shipped via FedEx; spirits over 30% ABV are subject to Hong Kong excise duty
- 📚 Books & stationery: no restrictions; declare at actual value
- 🎁 Personal gifts & baggage: suitable for students returning home or birthday/holiday gifts — declare item names and values accurately
⚠ Hong Kong Customs requires specific and accurate declarations (item name, material, purpose). Do not use vague descriptions such as “Gift” or “Accessories” — this may trigger customs inspection.
Do You Pay Customs Duty Shipping to Hong Kong? #
Hong Kong operates as a free port. The vast majority of imported goods are duty-free. That makes Hong Kong one of the easiest places to ship to from Australia — most parcels clear customs with nothing to pay.
- ✅ Duty-free: electronics, clothing, health supplements, food, books, cosmetics, and most general goods
- ⚠️ Taxable items: tobacco products (very high duty rate); alcoholic beverages over 30% ABV (hydrocarbon oils and methyl alcohol also taxed)
- 📝 Import licence required for: pharmaceuticals and Chinese medicines (Hong Kong Department of Health approval); some textile categories; controlled chemicals; pesticides; animals, plants and their products
- ⛔ Prohibited: counterfeit goods and items infringing intellectual property rights are illegal to import into Hong Kong
- 📋 Declaration: provide specific item names, materials, purpose, and accurate values — vague entries like “Gift” may cause delays
⚠ Ebaoguo acts as a third-party freight forwarder only. We do not handle customs clearance, provide customs documentation, or accept liability for inspection fees, duties, or seizure of goods. See full terms.
How to Ship a Parcel from Australia to Hong Kong #
Option 1: Online Purchase — Ship Direct to Ebaoguo Melbourne Warehouse #
- Register at ebaoguo.com to get your Melbourne warehouse address and personal Suite ID (required on every parcel)
- Use the warehouse address when shopping at any Australian online store; or forward existing packages to the same address
- Once your parcel arrives, we photograph and log it into your account
- Select packages from your parcel list, submit a shipment request with the Hong Kong delivery address
- Pay when the status changes to “Pending Payment”
Option 2: Melbourne Locals — Drop Off at an Agent Location #
- Register at ebaoguo.com or via WeChat Mini Program
- Complete a pre-declaration form (recipient info and item declaration)
- Bring parcels to a Melbourne agent location and provide your pre-declaration reference number
- Agent staff will measure dimensions and weigh your parcels
- Pay on the spot
Frequently Asked Questions #
How long does shipping from Australia to Hong Kong take?
AusPost Express takes approximately 3–5 business days; AusPost Standard 6–10 business days; FedEx 1–3 business days. Transit time is measured from warehouse dispatch and does not include warehouse processing time.
Is there customs duty when shipping to Hong Kong from Australia?
Hong Kong is a free port and most goods are imported duty-free. Exceptions include tobacco products (high duty rate) and alcoholic beverages over 30% ABV. Health supplements, electronics, clothing, food, and books are all generally duty-free.
Can I ship electronics with batteries to Hong Kong?
Yes. Both AusPost and FedEx accept electronics with lithium batteries installed in the device. AusPost limits this to 2 battery-containing devices per parcel. FedEx also accepts standalone power banks that comply with IATA regulations (watt-hour rating must be declared). Neither service accepts loose bare lithium cells.
Can I send Australian vitamins, fish oil and baby formula to Hong Kong?
Yes — these are some of the most popular things people send. Australian supplements (Blackmores, Swisse fish oil, vitamin C/D, probiotics, collagen) and baby formula (A2, Bellamy’s and others) can all go to Hong Kong for personal-use quantities with no import licence needed. Just declare the product name and value honestly on the customs form. Larger, clearly commercial quantities may need extra permits, so if you’re sending a big bulk order it’s worth checking first. For a few tins or bottles for family, you’re fine.
AusPost or FedEx to Hong Kong — which is cheaper and which is faster?
It depends on what matters more to you. FedEx is the fast option — 1–3 business days, door to door, and it’s the only choice if you’re sending a standalone power bank. Australia Post is the cheaper option and a good fit for books, clothing and general goods, with Express taking 3–5 days and Standard 6–10 days. AusPost can also deliver to a Hong Kong PO Box, while FedEx delivers door to door only. Both give you full tracking. If you’re not sure, run both through the calculator and compare the quote before you book.
Do I need to provide an invoice or customs documents?
Yes — accurate item descriptions and declared values are required for all shipments. AusPost requires a CN23 customs form; FedEx requires a Commercial Invoice. If you do not have a formal invoice, a purchase screenshot or payment record is acceptable. All declarations must be truthful — misdeclaration may result in customs seizure.
How much does it cost to send a parcel from Australia to Hong Kong?
The cost depends on the actual weight, the parcel’s size (volumetric weight = L×W×H in cm ÷ 5000) and which service you pick — FedEx, AusPost Express or AusPost Standard. AusPost Standard is usually the cheapest for lighter, non-urgent parcels; FedEx costs more but arrives in 1–3 days. Because Hong Kong is a free port, there’s normally no duty or tax on top for the recipient. For an exact price, pop your weight and dimensions into the Ebaoguo calculator for an instant quote — there’s no flat per-kg rate, it’s the live carrier rate.
Do I have to pay customs or tax when my parcel arrives in Hong Kong?
For almost everything, no. Hong Kong is a free port with no import duty, no GST and no sales tax on general goods — supplements, baby formula, clothing, electronics, cosmetics, food and books all arrive tax-free. The only things Hong Kong taxes are tobacco, spirits over 30% ABV, hydrocarbon oil and methyl alcohol. So unless you’re sending cigarettes or strong liquor, your recipient pays nothing on delivery. Just make sure the parcel is declared accurately, as vague descriptions like ‘gift’ can trigger an inspection.
Prohibited Items #
The following items are prohibited on all AU→HK routes. Misdeclaration can lead to seizure by customs and possible fines:
- White powder, crystalline substances
- Explosives (e.g. fireworks, gunpowder)
- Road-legal electric bicycles and electric scooters (import licence required)
- Dangerous gases: flammable gases (aerosols, camping gas), non-flammable gases (compressed oxygen), toxic gases
- Flammable liquids (solvents, paint); flammable solids (matches); self-igniting substances; substances reacting dangerously with water (calcium carbide)
- Oxidising substances (fertilisers); organic peroxides
- Toxic substances (pesticides); infectious substances (blood test samples)
- Radioactive materials
- Strongly corrosive substances (bleach, drain cleaner)
- Products with explosive devices (airbags); strong magnets or ferromagnetic materials
- Lithium batteries or power banks not installed in devices (AusPost route); oversized batteries
- Perfume, nail polish, aftershave, hairspray and other cosmetics with hazardous properties
- Cigarettes, loose tobacco, e-cigarettes, heated tobacco, vape liquids
- Prescription medications; narcotics and controlled substances
- Counterfeit goods; items infringing intellectual property rights
- Cash; negotiable instruments and securities
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Updated 2026-07 · Source: Ebaoguo Operations
