Send parcels to the Channel Islands
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Whether you need next-day delivery to Jersey, or want to save money on economy shipping to Guernsey, Parcelcompare has a service for you. We allow you to quickly compare delivery services from the world's best couriers at prices up to 60% cheaper than booking direct.
With more than 30 years' experience in international delivery, we make shipping to the Channel Islands easy. Get a quote today for sending to islands including Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney and Sark.
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Comparing courier prices to the Channel Islands
With Parcelcompare it takes less than a minute to get a range of quotes for you to choose from. We make it simple to compare prices and delivery speeds from big-name couriers, while also saving you money.
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Prices for shipping to the Channel Islands
By partnering with the most reliable Channel Island couriers, Parcelcompare is able to offer speedy delivery to Jersey and Guernsey at prices which are up to 60% cheaper than standard parcel post. Our rates include all applicable surcharges so there are no nasty surprises. And all our services include real-time parcel tracking and £50 free insurance as standard.
We also offer great rates to other parts of Europe:
Our Courier Services to The Channel Islands
Whether you're sending a Christmas gift to Guernsey or looking to expand your customer base to Jersey, Parcelcompare has a shipping solution for you. We let you pick from a range of speeds and prices, with courier companies you can trust.
And we offer both import and export services, so you can ship from mainland UK to the Channel Islands, or from the Channel Islands to the mainland UK.
Parcel postage to the Channel Islands
Express – Next day delivery
Economy – 2/3 Day delivery
Parcel postage from the Channel Islands to the mainland
Express – Next day delivery
Economy – 2/3 Day delivery
Express delivery
Fast next-day delivery to Jersey and Guernsey
AM delivery
Pre 9am, 10:30am and Noon Delivery
Cheap delivery to the Channel Islands
Economy 2-3 day delivery to Jersey and Guernsey
Customs in Jersey and Guernsey
The Channel Islands are part of the EU, which means that when you ship to them from anywhere else in the EU, including (for the time being) mainland UK, you won't have to pay any customs duties. As Guernsey is also a tax haven, you won't be charged any taxes on your parcel either, so it will enter the country for free.
If you're sending to Jersey from the mainland UK however, then you will have to pay a 5% goods and services tax if your combined shipment is worth more than £240. ParcelCompare produces all the forms you need for customs when you book your delivery, all you have to do is print them out and attach them to your parcel
Learn more about clearing customs
Read about prohibited and restricted items in the Eu
Collection & delivery
Collection
Get your booking in early enough and we can collect same day from across the UK.
If you don't fancy waiting in for our courier, then you can save even more time and money by using a UPS Access Point. These are local businesses, such as newsagents, where you can drop off your package for our courier to pick it up.
Remember, you must have your label printed off and your box packed and sealed before our driver arrives to collect.
Delivery
Your package will be delivered between 9am and 7pm on working weekdays. If you want to narrow down that window you can choose one of our timed delivery slots when making your booking.
If you are sending an oversized or bulky package, then someone must be on hand to help our driver unload it from the van. If this will require special equipment, such as a pallet truck, or vehicle with a tail-lift, then let us know when you make the booking.
Tracking your parcel to the Channel Islands
When using a courier to ship, it's always nice to be able to check on your parcels progress and make sure it's ok. That's why Parcelcompare offers real-time tracking on all its shipments.
All you have to do is enter your shipping number on our site, and you'll be able to see the moment your parcel is recorded as arriving in Jersey or Guernsey. And if for any reason there's a delay in your shipment, we'll send an email to you and your receiver, so you always know what's happening.
Sending gifts to Jersey and Guernsey
When sending a present to Guernsey from the mainland UK, as with other shipments, you won't be required to pay duties or taxes. If, however, you're sending a gift to Jersey, then the £240 value limit still applies, above which you will have to pay a fixed 5% tax.
If you're sending a Christmas present from an individual to an individual, then Jersey customs do offer exemptions from tax. To qualify you must ensure that, as well as providing a detailed description of every item in your parcel, you also need to state 'gift shipment' on your customs invoice. Any presents sent to a business will not get a concession, so if you're sending a gift, always ship it to a residential address.
Large and heavy shipping to the Channel Islands
Parcelcompare offers great savings on shipping air freight and cargo to Jersey, Guernsey or the other Channel Island. We can ship pallets up to 1,000kg in weight, or 270cm in length.
So whether you're sending a bulky piece of furniture, or a large commercial freight delivery, all you have to do is ensure they're properly packaged and book your delivery a day in advance.
Send food to the Channel Islands
Jersey and Guernsey may be closer to France than England, but that doesn't mean they won't appreciate some great British cuisine if it's sent to them. Shipping food with Parcelcompare is simple, just follow the checklists below.
What you can send:
Non-perishable foods
Store bought foods with a best before date over 6 months away
Items must be in the original manufacturers packaging and unopened
The food label needs to list all the ingredients
The best before date must be displayed on the packaging
Examples of pershable foods: Crisp and savory foods, Chocolates and candy, Canned foods, Herbs and Spices in sealed containers, tea bags, Jams and other preserves
What you cannot send:
Perishable foods
Foods with a shelf life of less than 6 months
Homemade foods or any foods not in the original manufacturers packaging
Foods that can spoil during transit
Food in packaging that have been opened
Food that does not contain a food label listing the ingredients
Packaging your parcel
The Channel Islands are aptly named, as they are indeed just a short hop across the Channel from mainland UK. However, even a journey that short has its share of bumps and knocks.
To ensure your goods remain safe on their trip just follow our three simple steps to perfect packing.
1. START WITH A BOX
The staple of all good packages, buy a new box, to avoid the hidden weaknesses which can come with an old one. For some frequently-shipped items, such as tennis rackets, you can get boxes specifically designed to fit around them.
2. PACKAGE CAREFULLY
The end goal here is to have a tightly-packed box which you wouldn't be scared to drop from waist-height. Wrap all items individually and suspend in packaging material with the box, at least 6cm from the inner walls.
3. SEAL SECURELY
Use packing tape and go three times around the box in a Union Flag pattern, so that all seals and corners are covered. Our couriers sometimes carry document wallets you can use for your shipping labels, but it saves time to attach them before collection.
Holidays and gift giving occasions in Channel Island
Public holidays are a great excuse for everyone to enjoy some time off together, often with a few gifts thrown in. However, if you're planning on sending a present around a bank holiday, remember that ParcelCompare doesn't collect or deliver on these days, so you need to book early to avoid disappointment.
To help you plan your deliveries we have collected a list of the remaining Channel Island bank holidays in 2025, and the upcoming ones in 2026 below.
Please note, Alderney does not celebrate Liberation Day.
