Shipping to Lithuania: Package prices, delivery time and EU regulations
This is how business shipments can quickly travel from Germany to the Baltic states.
Lithuania is part of the European Union and the EU's single market. For German companies, shipping goods is therefore significantly easier than to traditional non-EU countries. Standard EU goods do not need to be cleared through customs again when shipped from Germany to Lithuania. Standard import customs clearance is not required.
- Shipping from Germany to Lithuania
- No standard import customs clearance for Union goods
- Parcel, express and pallet solutions
- International shipment tracking
- Compare carriers and shipping costs
- Short transit times within Europe
- Solutions for B2B and e-commerce
- Also for regular business shipments
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Shipping normal goods from Germany to Lithuania is relatively straightforward.
Since both countries are part of the EU customs territory, the classic import clearance process is not required for Union goods.
For transport planning, weight, dimensions, destination and desired transit time remain crucial.
Select the appropriate service
A standard parcel often takes only a few working days to reach Lithuania. Express services are also available for urgent spare parts or time-critical business shipments.
Address recipient in full
Providing a phone number and email address helps the carrier with delivery notifications and inquiries. This is especially important for business shipments, as it helps avoid unnecessary delivery attempts.
Check special items separately
Even within the EU, special regulations apply to hazardous goods, alcohol, tobacco products, and other excise goods. The elimination of customs clearance therefore does not mean that all goods can be shipped completely freely.
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Shipping from Germany to Lithuania: What companies should know
Lithuania is the southernmost of the three Baltic states and has been a member of the European Union since 2004.
This makes the country easily accessible for German retailers and manufacturers.
The common internal market enables the free movement of goods within the Union. At the same time, well-developed road and parcel networks ensure comparatively short delivery times.
What documents do I need for a shipment to Lithuania?
For normal Union goods, a standard customs declaration is not required.
However, a proper invoice is still required for commercial deliveries.
It should include, among other things:
- Seller and buyer
- Invoice number and date
- description of goods
- Quantity
- Price
- tax information
In the case of an intra-Community B2B delivery, the corresponding VAT requirements and documentation obligations also apply.
A standard commercial invoice is not necessary for import customs clearance.
How long does it take for a package to Lithuania to arrive?
Transit times are relatively short due to the European transport networks.
DHL Parcel currently specifies a delivery time estimate of 3 to 4 working days.
With DHL Express Worldwide, Lithuania can regularly be reached within approximately a working day be achieved.
This makes Lithuania well-suited for time-critical B2B shipments.
The actual delivery time may vary depending on the destination, pick-up time and service.
Correctly state the address in Lithuania
Addresses should be written in Latin letters and Arabic numerals.
The Lithuanian postal code typically has the prefix LT-.
An address can be structured like this, for example:
Company / Recipient
Laisves pr. 40-12
LT-04340 VILNIUS
LITHUANIA
The recipient's phone number and email address should also be provided.
This allows the carrier to transmit delivery information directly.
Shipping to Vilnius, Kaunas or Klaipėda
Lithuania's largest economic and logistics centers are well integrated into European transport networks.
Vilnius is the capital and most important economic center.
Kaunas is centrally located in the country and plays an important role in logistics and production.
Klaipėda has Lithuania's most important seaport and plays a key role, especially for larger international trade flows.
For normal parcel and express shipments, transport from Germany is predominantly carried out via road and courier networks.
Compare shipping costs to Lithuania
Even within Europe, the prices of different carriers can vary significantly.
The shipping price depends in particular on:
- Weight
- Dimensions
- Volumetric weight
- Destination address
- desired duration
- Additional Services
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 Companies can compare available services.
These mistakes are easily avoided when shipping to Lithuania.
Since no traditional import clearance is necessary, delays usually arise for much more mundane reasons.
Typical problems include:
- incomplete recipient address
- incorrect postal code
- missing phone number
- incorrect package weight
- incorrectly specified dimensions
- undeclared dangerous goods
- disregarded excise tax rules
DHL explicitly recommends using Latin letters and Arabic numerals for addresses in Lithuania.
Providing the recipient's phone number and email address also facilitates delivery.
For hazardous goods or products subject to excise duty, it should be checked before booking which carrier is even allowed to transport the goods.
What goods are frequently shipped from Germany to Lithuania?
Germany and Lithuania are closely integrated into European trade.
In 2025, Germany exported goods worth approximately 5,6 billion euros to Lithuania. This represents an increase in German exports compared to the previous year.
The following product groups are relevant for commercial shipping, among others:
- Machines and machine components
- Electrical Engineering
- car parts
- Tools
- Measurement and testing technology
- Industrial supplies
- chemical products
- Consumer Goods
Through the EU single market, normal Union goods can be delivered to Lithuania without classic import customs clearance.
You can find further European and international destinations in our Country overview.
Shipping information: Lithuania
Standard, express or pallet shipment to Lithuania?
For normal business goods, a standard parcel service is often sufficient.
The standard delivery time for DHL, for example, is around 3 to 4 working days.
If a delivery is particularly urgent, a Express shipping to Lithuania significantly shorten the runtime.
For heavy products, multiple boxes, or larger B2B deliveries, a Pallet shipping or an individual freight solution might be more economical.
You can find an overview at Shipping methods for national and international shipments.
How do goods get from Germany to Lithuania?
Road transport is particularly important for the shipment of goods between Germany and Lithuania.
Packages are transported to the Baltic states via European sorting centers and scheduled services.
For larger B2B shipments, freight forwarding and pallet transport also play an important role.
In addition, Lithuania has an important Baltic Sea port in Klaipėda.
This means that sea freight solutions can be interesting in addition to road and air transport.
For bulky or heavy goods, you will find further options under international freight shipping.
Are there any import duties when shipping to Lithuania?
For normal Union goods from Germany no import duties
Both countries belong to the European Union and the common customs territory.
This means that no classic problems arise during a normal delivery of goods:
- Import duties
- Customs import clearance fees
- Import sales taxes as for a third-country import
VAT obligations still exist, of course.
For certain goods, additional excise taxes may apply.
This includes in particular alcohol, tobacco, certain energy products and, since 2026, certain sweetened beverages.
How much does a package to Lithuania cost?
A uniform price across all countries would not be very helpful.
Shipping a small spare part to Vilnius requires a different shipping solution than shipping several heavy boxes to Klaipėda.
The decisive factors are:
- Weight
- Volumetric weight
- Dimensions
- destination
- desired duration
- Carrier
Current offers can be viewed via the Shipping cost calculator be compared.
Lithuania as a shipping destination for German online retailers
Lithuania offers a major advantage for German online retailers: Shipping takes place within the EU internal market.
There is no standard import customs clearance for ordinary Union goods.
However, sales tax remains relevant.
For cross-border B2C distance sales within the EU, a common threshold applies of EUR 10.000 per year.
If this limit is exceeded under the legal conditions, the country of destination principle generally applies.
For sales to Lithuania, Lithuanian VAT is then relevant.
The transaction can be processed via the EU One-Stop-Shop.
The regular Lithuanian VAT rate is 21 percent.
Online retailers should therefore:
- Check VAT rules
- Show shipping costs transparently
- Provide realistic delivery times
- Prepare returns processes
- Treat excise goods separately
What distinguishes Lithuania from a classic third-country shipping company?
The most important difference is the common EU internal market.
A machine, spare part or ordinary consumer good from Germany does not need to be re-imported when shipped to Lithuania.
This eliminates many processes that would be necessary for shipping to third countries:
- no standard import declaration
- No import duty on ordinary Union goods
- no CN22 or CN23 customs declaration
- no standard import clearance by customs
Nevertheless, tax and product-specific rules remain in place.
In the case of regular B2B deliveries, Intrastat reporting obligations may also become relevant if the applicable requirements and thresholds are met.
Especially for companies with larger flows of goods, this issue should not only arise at the end of the year when someone in the accounting department suddenly becomes very quiet.
Which shipping provider is suitable for Lithuania?
Lithuania is well integrated into the European parcel and express networks.
Which carrier is suitable for a shipment depends on the specific requirements.
The following should be compared:
- Shipping price
- Runtime
- Weight limits
- maximum dimensions
- Tracking
- Pickup
- Insurance
- Return options
For urgent business shipments, an express service can be useful.
In contrast, for normal goods deliveries, a good balance between price and delivery time is often the main focus.
Paket International allows companies to compare available shipping services for their specific shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shipping
Can I send a package from Germany to Lithuania?
Yes. Lithuania is part of the European Union. Therefore, packages and business goods can be sent from Germany to Lithuania without traditional import customs clearance.
How long does it take for a package to Lithuania to arrive?
DHL Parcel currently estimates delivery time at 3 to 4 business days. With DHL Express Worldwide, Lithuania is typically reachable within about one business day.
Does a package destined for Lithuania have to go through customs?
Standard EU goods from Germany do not require formal import customs clearance. Germany and Lithuania are both part of the customs territory of the European Union.
What is the VAT rate in Lithuania?
The standard Lithuanian VAT rate is 21 percent. Since 2026, reduced rates of 12 and 5 percent have also applied to certain goods and services.
Do I need a commercial invoice for Lithuania?
No commercial invoice is required for import customs clearance, as standard EU goods are transported within the EU. However, for business deliveries, a proper invoice is still required for accounting and VAT purposes.
Do I need a customs tariff number for Lithuania?
For standard parcel shipments within the EU, a customs tariff number is not required for import declarations. However, commodity codes may still be relevant for inventory management, Intrastat, and other statistical or regulatory purposes.
Can I send my child to Lithuania via express shipping?
Yes. Express shipments to Lithuania are available. DHL Express Worldwide currently quotes a standard delivery time of approximately one business day.
Can I ship a pallet to Lithuania?
Yes. For heavy goods, multiple boxes, or regular B2B deliveries, a Pallet shipment to Lithuania be useful.
What postal codes are used in Lithuania?
Lithuanian postal codes consist of five digits. Internationally, they are often written with the country prefix "LT-", for example LT-04340 for Vilnius.
What VAT rate applies to online sales to Lithuania?
For cross-border B2C distance sales within the EU, European VAT rules apply. Above the common threshold of €10.000, the VAT rate of the destination country is generally applicable. In Lithuania, the standard rate is 21 percent.
Can I send alcohol to Lithuania?
Alcohol is subject to excise duty. Special tax and transport regulations apply to commercial shipments within the EU; these should be checked before booking.
How should I address a package to Lithuania?
The address should be written in Latin letters and Arabic numerals. The postal code can be written with the prefix "LT-". Including the recipient's telephone number and email address will further facilitate delivery.
