Shipping to Grenada: Package costs, customs and delivery time
What companies should consider when shipping goods to the Caribbean island
Grenada is located in the southeastern Caribbean and belongs to the CARICOM group of states. For German companies, the island nation is particularly attractive for machinery, technical equipment, consumer goods, and products for the tourism and hospitality industry.
- Shipping from Germany to Grenada
- Parcel, express and freight solutions
- Compare carriers and shipping costs
- International shipment tracking
- CARICOM customs tariff must be taken into account
- Check EU customs preference
- Include 15% VAT in your calculations.
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The value of the goods, precise product description, country of origin and customs tariff number should be determined before booking the shipment.
The right Customs tariff number or HS code This affects the customs duty rate, VAT, and any other import duties.
Check EU preference
Grenada has participated in the CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement since 2008. This allows for lower import duties on goods with preferential EU origin.
ASYCUDA for customs clearance
Grenada processes commercial customs declarations electronically via ASYCUDA World. Importers or customs brokers transmit the goods and customs information through this channel.
Check goods requiring a permit beforehand
Import licenses or permits are required for certain goods. Customs officials cite agricultural products and weapons, for example, as goods that may require additional documentation.
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Important information about customs and import duties
DAP or DDP to Grenada: Who handles the import?
For business shipments to Grenada, it should be determined who will handle customs and taxes before pickup.
For DAP The seller organizes transport to the agreed destination. Import clearance, customs duties, VAT, and other local fees are generally the responsibility of the recipient.
For DDP In contrast, the seller assumes the agreed import costs and further obligations.
For Grenada, DDP should always be checked based on the specific goods and the carrier.
In addition to import duties, the following can also arise:
- 15% VAT
- Customs Service Charge
- Environmental Levy (if applicable)
- Excise tax (if applicable)
- Customs broker and carrier fees
The current Greenlandic customs tariff is thankfully irrelevant here, as we are now focusing on Grenada. Grenada's official tariff lists customs duties, customs service charges, environmental levies, excise taxes, and VAT separately.
You can find more information about the delivery terms at DAP and DDP for international shipping.
What are the customs fees in Grenada?
Grenada belongs to the Caribbean Community, or CARICOM for short, and uses its Common External Tariff.
The specific import duty depends on the customs tariff number.
Many technical and industrial goods fall into the lower or middle tariff range. Sensitive agricultural and consumer goods can be subject to significantly higher tariffs.
The official Grenada Administrative Tariff lists the duties for each individual customs item separately. For example, both customs duties and a Customs Service Charge are specified for various technical goods.
Therefore, the following should always be checked for the calculation:
- HS code
- Type of goods
- cart value
- Country of origin
- possible EU preference
For more information, please visit HS code and customs tariff number.
What is the VAT rate in Grenada?
The standard VAT rate is 15 percent.
Different rates apply to specific sectors. For example, tourist accommodation and certain related services are taxed at 10 percent. There are also goods and services that are tax-exempt or taxed at 0 percent.
Taxable imports are also generally subject to VAT.
The payment of import VAT is processed through customs upon import.
VAT: 15%
EU-CARIFORUM agreement: Customs advantages for originating goods
An Economic Partnership Agreement has existed between Grenada and the European Union since 2008 within the framework of CARIFORUM.
The agreement allows for preferential tariffs on goods that meet the respective rules of origin.
The following can be used as proof of preference:
- EUR.1 movement certificate
- Declaration of origin for originating products up to €6.000
- Declaration of origin from an authorized exporter without this value limit
German customs will continue to list Grenada as a CARIFORUM preference country in 2026.
Important:
Shipment from Germany alone does not create EU preferential origin.
For example, a device that is entirely produced in China does not become an EU-origin product simply because it is shipped from a German warehouse to Grenada.
Sending a package to Grenada: What companies should clarify beforehand
Grenada is located in the southern Caribbean and consists of the main island of Grenada and smaller islands.
The economic center is the capital city, St. George's.
For international goods, the port of St. George's and Maurice Bishop International Airport are also important access points.
What documents do I need for Grenada?
The Grenada Customs and Excise Division specifies the following for regular imports:
- Commercial invoice
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Certificate of Origin (if applicable)
- Import license or permit (if applicable)
The customs declaration is submitted electronically via ASYCUDA World. It can be prepared by the registered importer or a licensed customs broker.
A commercial invoice should be used for a normal sale of goods.
For free samples, warranty deliveries, or other non-commercial goods movements, a pro forma invoice may be useful depending on the transaction.
You can find out more at Commercial invoice or pro forma invoice.
How does customs clearance work in Grenada?
Grenada uses ASYCUDA World for electronic customs clearance.
In simplified terms, the process consists of:
- prepare documents
- Submit customs declaration electronically
- Calculate customs duties and taxes
- Pay taxes
- Risk assessment by customs
- Release goods
Depending on the risk assessment, a shipment can be released directly, checked for documentation, or physically inspected.
What additional import costs might arise?
In addition to customs duties and VAT, other charges may be relevant.
The official Administrative Tariff, for example, contains separate columns for:
- Customs Duty
- Environmental Levy
- Customs Service Charge
- Excise Tax
- VAT
For numerous current tariff items, the Customs Service Charge is 5 percentHowever, the specific amount must always be checked based on the respective customs item.
This is particularly important in DDP calculations.
How long does it take for a package to arrive in Grenada?
Companies should allow sufficient time for traditional parcel shipping.
DHL currently cites a transit time orientation of 14 to 22 working days.
Express shipping is significantly faster.
For DHL Express Worldwide, the standard delivery time is currently approximately 3 working days.
The actual delivery time may be extended due to customs clearance, product inspections, or delivery outside of main regions.
Customs declaration in English
DHL lists Grenada as an option English as a permissible language for the customs declaration.
A product description should be formulated as precisely as possible.
Instead of:
“Machine Parts”
better:
“Stainless steel pump housing for commercial water treatment system”
This makes the product type, material and intended use clearly identifiable.
Correctly state the address for Grenada
DHL recommends using Latin letters and Arabic numerals for addresses.
An example:
Sample Ltd.
Woburn
ST. GEORGE'S
GRENADA
DHL also recommends providing the recipient's email address and phone number.
Compare shipping costs to Grenada
The costs depend on the specific shipment.
The decisive factors are:
- Weight
- Dimensions
- Volumetric weight
- destination
- Type of goods
- desired duration
- Carrier
Via the <strong>integrated datalog</strong> the measuring values can be stored on the humimeter RH5 paper moisture meter and additional data can be added. You also have the possibility to use the Autolog function. This function automatically saves measuring values in adjustable time intervals. Shipping cost calculator from Paket International Businesses can compare available shipping services.
These errors are delaying shipments to Grenada.
When shipping to a remote island destination, the goods should not only become relevant for customs purposes after arrival.
Typical problems include:
- general product description
- incorrect customs tariff number
- incomplete commercial invoice
- EU preferential origin assumed without proof
- EUR.1 or declaration of origin forgotten
- Import permit not checked in advance
- Customs service charge not included.
- Recipient details incomplete
Additional import permits may be required, especially for agricultural products, foodstuffs and other regulated goods.
The Grenada Customs and Excise Division therefore recommends clarifying such permits before the goods arrive.
What goods are imported into Grenada?
Grenada is a small island nation with limited domestic industry. Many technical products, machinery, and consumer goods are therefore imported.
The following product groups may be of particular interest to German companies:
- Machines and spare parts
- Electrical Engineering
- Tools
- Hotel and catering equipment
- Medical Technology
- car parts
- Measurement and testing technology
- high-quality consumer goods
The tourism industry plays an important role. Accordingly, technical equipment, kitchen technology and commercial supplies are also imported.
For foodstuffs, agricultural products and other regulated goods, the specific import conditions should be checked before shipment.
You can find more international destinations in our Country overview.
Shipping information: Grenada
Standard or express to the Caribbean?
For less time-critical goods, a classic international parcel service can be used.
DHL Parcel currently states a delivery time of 14 to 22 working days.
For urgently needed spare parts or time-critical business shipments, a Express shipping to Grenada be useful.
With DHL Express Worldwide, the standard delivery time is currently about three working days.
For heavy goods or multiple packages Pallet shipping or individual freight solutions might be more economical.
You can find an overview at international shipping methods.
How do goods get from Germany to Grenada?
Air transport plays an important role in parcel and express shipments.
The Maurice Bishop International Airport is the central international airport of Grenada.
For larger quantities of goods, maritime transport is crucial.
The port of St. George's connects Grenada to regional and international sea freight networks.
In addition to the main island, smaller islands such as Carriacou are also supplied. The Grenada Customs and Excise Division maintains its own customs offices in Carriacou and Tyrell Bay, among other locations.
For large or heavy goods, individual options are available. Freight solutions be useful.
What are the import costs in Grenada?
Import costs can consist of several components.
Depending on the product, this may include:
- Import duty according to CARICOM tariff
- 15% VAT
- Customs Service Charge
- Environmental Levy (if applicable)
- Excise tax (if applicable)
- Carrier and customs clearance fees
The official customs tariff of Grenada lists these components individually for each tariff item.
The Customs Service Charge is currently 5 percent for many goods. However, different rules or exceptions apply to certain goods.
If a product has EU preferential origin, the CARIFORUM-EU agreement can further reduce the actual customs duty.
General information can be found at Customs and import duties.
How much does a package to Grenada cost?
The price depends on the individual shipment.
A small express parcel to St. George's requires a different calculation than several heavy boxes or a freight shipment.
The following are relevant:
- Weight
- Volumetric weight
- Dimensions
- destination
- Type of goods
- Runtime
- Carrier
Customs duties and local import taxes may also apply.
Via the <strong>integrated datalog</strong> the measuring values can be stored on the humimeter RH5 paper moisture meter and additional data can be added. You also have the possibility to use the Autolog function. This function automatically saves measuring values in adjustable time intervals. Shipping cost calculator Current transport options can be compared.
Online trade to Grenada: Don't underestimate landed costs
It is particularly important for online retailers to communicate potential import costs transparently.
In the case of a DAP delivery, the buyer may incur, among other things:
- Import duty
- 15% VAT
- Customs Service Charge
- Possibly further product-dependent taxes
The pure product price is therefore not automatically the final price for the customer.
In case of a possible DDP solution However, the agreed import costs can already be covered by the dealer.
It must first be clarified whether the carrier used supports the import processing accordingly.
Online retailers should also check whether their products fall under the CARIFORUM-EU agreement and actually have EU preferential origin.
You can find more information about the delivery terms at DAP and DDP.
Why the EU-CARIFORUM agreement is of interest to Grenada
Grenada is one of the CARIFORUM states that have been applying the Economic Partnership Agreement with the European Union since 2008.
The agreement provides for a gradual liberalization of trade in goods.
The EU generally grants goods originating from CARIFORUM countries duty-free and quota-free market access. Conversely, the CARIFORUM member states have gradually reduced their tariffs on a large proportion of European goods.
This can make a significant difference for German exporters.
However, the following is required:
The goods must comply with the rules of origin of the agreement.
EUR.1 and the declaration of origin are still available as proof.
Especially with regular deliveries, it is therefore worthwhile to properly record the preferential origin in inventory management or ERP systems.
Which carrier is suitable for Grenada?
When shipping to Grenada, special attention should be paid to the delivery time.
The following should be compared:
- Shipping price
- Runtime
- Customs service
- Weight limits
- maximum package dimensions
- Tracking
- Insurance
- Destination island
DHL Parcel currently takes approximately 14 to 22 working days.
Express shipping can significantly reduce international transit times.
Paket International allows companies to compare the available carriers and shipping services for their specific shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shipping
Can I send a package from Germany to Grenada?
Yes. Packages, express shipments, and business goods can be sent from Germany to Grenada. Since Grenada is outside the EU, complete customs information is required.
How long does it take for a package to arrive in Grenada?
DHL Parcel currently estimates a delivery time of 14 to 22 business days. With DHL Express Worldwide, the standard international delivery time is approximately three business days.
What is the VAT rate in Grenada?
The standard VAT rate is 15 percent. Reduced rates, zero rates, or exemptions apply to certain services and goods.
What are the customs fees in Grenada?
Customs duties depend on the applicable tariff number. Grenada uses the CARICOM Common External Tariff. Additional charges may include Customs Service Charge, Environmental Levy, Excise Tax, and VAT.
Is there a trade agreement between Grenada and the EU?
Yes. Grenada is part of the CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement, which has been provisionally applied since 2008. This allows goods originating in the EU to receive tariff reductions.
Do I need a EUR.1 for Grenada?
An EUR.1 certificate can be used as proof of preferential origin for goods with EU preferential origin.
Can I use a declaration of origin?
Yes. For originating products valued up to €6.000, an exporter can generally issue a declaration of origin. An authorized exporter can issue a declaration of origin without this value limit.
What is ASYCUDA in Grenada?
ASYCUDA World is Grenada's electronic customs system. It is used to submit commercial customs declarations, calculate duties, and process the release of goods.
What documents do I need for Grenada?
For regular commercial imports, a commercial invoice and transport documents are required. For preferential imports, proof of origin may be necessary, and for regulated goods, additional import permits may be required.
Can I ship DDP to Grenada?
This depends on the carrier, the type of goods, and the import situation. Customs duties, VAT, customs service charges, and any other applicable product taxes should be calculated before booking.
Which language should I use for the customs declaration?
DHL specifies English as an acceptable language for the customs declaration to Grenada.
How should I address a package to Grenada?
The address should be written in Latin letters and Arabic numerals. "GRENADA" should be used as the destination country. Providing the recipient's phone number and email address will further facilitate delivery.
