Whether you want to send small objects as cheaply, quickly or as well-insured as possible:
Deutsche Post and DHL offer attractive options for sending shipments up to 2 kg across Germany. You'll find the perfect shipping product for every format.
Your shipping options at a glance
Send cheaply up to 1 kg
Send small and lightweight objects in regular or padded envelope cheaply with Deutsche Post.
Large letter |
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Dimensions (L x W x H)
Min. 10 x 7 cm Max. 35,3 x 25 x 2 cm |
Delivery time generally 1 - 2 working days Sending in regular envelope Basic shipment tracking with Internet stamp* No liability |
EUR 1.60 1 |
Product information |
Shipment of
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Dimensions (L x W x H) Max. 35,3 x 25 x 5 cm
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Delivery time generally 4 working days Sending in regular envelope or padded envelope No shipment tracking No liability |
EUR 2.25 1 |
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Shipment of
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Dimensions (L x W x H) Max. 35,3 x 25 x 5 cm
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Delivery time generally 4 working days Sending in regular envelope or padded envelope No shipment tracking No liability |
EUR 2.55 1 |
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* The basic shipment tracking option documents the processing of your letter shipment at the originator and destination sorting office. Confirmation that delivery has actually been made is not part of the basic shipment tracking service.
- Package your goods carefully in an envelope or padded envelope and label* the envelope with the name of the recipient and sender.
- Print your postage conveniently as an Internet stamp if you wish.
- Drop it off in a letter box or at a branch near you.
- Drop-off at Packstations is possible for shipments carrying goods. The recipient must be registered for this.
* For books and goods shipments, write "BüWa" above the recipient's address
Deutsche post offers additional services for shipping valuable contents (in a standard, compact, large or maxi letter). Further information
Registered mail posting |
The time of receipt in the letterbox is documented by the signature of the delivery agent. There is no personal handover. Liability up to EUR 20 Shipment tracking |
Registered mail standard |
The shipment is handed exclusively to the recipient or a person with written authority. Liability up to EUR 25 Shipment tracking |
Registered mail value + EUR 4.30 * (in branch only) |
After drop-off at the branch, you will receive a drop-off receipt. Delivery is made with a signature from the recipient or someone authorised to take the delivery. Increased liability for the proven value of objects up to a maximum of EUR 500, and up to EUR 100 for cash Shipment tracking |
* Surcharge on top of the letter postage. All prices are final prices and VAT-exempt according to UStG.
Send faster up to 2 kg
Send small goods as parcels or packages sustainably2 in 1-2 working days with DHL.
DHL parcels (Päckchen S) |
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Dimensions (L x W x H) Min. 15 x 11 x 1 cm Max. 35 x 25 x 10 cm |
Delivery time generally 1 - 2 working days Shipment in a box No shipment tracking No liability |
EUR 3.99 1 |
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DHL parcels (Päckchen M) |
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Dimensions (L x W x H) Min. 15 x 11 x 1 cm Max. 60 x 30 x 15 cm |
Delivery time generally 1 - 2 working days Shipment in a box No shipment tracking No liability |
EUR 4.79 1 |
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DHL Paket |
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Dimensions (L x W x H) Min. 15 x 11 x 1 cm Max. 60 x 30 x 15 cm |
Delivery time generally 1 - 2 working days Shipment in a box Shipment tracking Incl. liability up to EUR 500 |
EUR 5.49 1 Online only |
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- Packaging:
Stable packaging is vital for ensuring your parcels and packages arrive safely. More information on this can be found in our Packaging tips. - Franking:
You can purchase the appropriate stamp conveniently online with the DHL online franking or in the Post & DHL app.
No printer? Simply have your postage printed out at Packstations, in branches/Paketshops or directly by the delivery agent. Simply show the QR code in the order confirmation. Alternatively, you can order your parcel / package stamp in the Deutschen Post shop or frank the parcel directly in branch. - Shipping:
Simply drop off parcels and packages in branches or at Packstations nearby or your delivery agent can take it with them.* You can also pop small parcels (Päckchen S) in postboxes.
No registration is needed to drop parcels off at Packstations.
*Note: Parcel pick-up is a voluntary and free service provided by DHL. It is important that your shipments are sufficiently franked and that our employees have enough free loading capacity in their vehicle.
Protect parcels with valuable contents with additional transport insurance!
Insurance up to EUR 2,500 + EUR 6.99 * |
Compensation in the event of loss or damage - even if DHL is not at fault |
Insurance up to EUR 25,000 + EUR 19.99 * |
Compensation in the event of loss or damage - even if DHL is not at fault |
Useful FAQs regarding transport insurance
* In addition to the parcel price
Product and price 1) | Weight and dimensions | Details |
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Large letter
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up to 500 g Length: 10 - 35,3 cm Width: 7 - 25 cm Height: up to 2 cm |
Delivery time generally 4 working days Sending in regular envelope No shipment tracking No liability |
Shipment of books and goods |
up to 500 g Length: up to 35,3 cm Width: up to 25 cm Height: up to 5 cm |
Delivery time generally 4 working days Sending in regular envelope or padded envelope No shipment tracking No liability |
Shipment of books and goods |
up to 1000 g Length: up to 35,3 cm Width: up to 25 cm Height: up to 5 cm |
Delivery time generally 4 working days Sending in regular envelope or padded envelope No shipment tracking No liability |
DHL parcels (Päckchen S) EUR 3.99 |
up to 2 kg Length: up to 35 cm Width: up to 25 cm Height: up to 10 cm |
Delivery time generally 1-2 working days Shipment in a box 3 No shipment tracking No liability |
DHL parcels (Päckchen M) EUR 4.79 |
up to 2 kg Length: up to 60 cm Width: up to 30 cm Height: up to 15 cm |
Delivery time generally 1-2 working days Shipment in a box 3 No shipment tracking No liability |
DHL Paket EUR 5.49 Online only |
up to 2 kg Length: up to 60 cm Width: up to 30 cm Height: up to 15 cm |
Delivery time generally 1-2 working days Shipment in a box 3 Shipment tracking Incl. liability up to EUR 500 |
DHL Paket |
up to 5 kg Length: up to 120 cm Width: up to 60 cm Height: up to 60 cm |
Delivery time generally 1-2 working days Shipment in a box 3 Shipment tracking Incl. liability up to EUR 500 |
ExpressEasy |
up to 500 g Length: up to 120 cm Width: up to 60 cm Height: up to 60 cm |
Delivery time generally next working day Shipment in a box 3 Shipment tracking Incl. liability up to EUR 500 |
3 Small, non-sensitive items can also be sent in a conventional, dimensionally stable cardboard or paper shipping envelope up to C4 format if the shipment is only slightly different from a square shape (no minimum height of 1 cm required at the edges). Please do not use simple letter envelopes, but rather use padded envelopes or envelopes made from sturdy cardboard in order to protect your shipment.
Is your shipment larger or heavier? With DHL you can send parcels up to 31.5 kg. Price overview for the DHL Paket service
Not sure? Find the right product now
Our postage adviser will help you find the best product for your shipment and frank it conveniently online.
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1) All prices are final prices and VAT-exempt according to UStG.
2) The emissions caused by shipping are offset by investments in global climate protection projects.