What is the cheapest way to send a parcel to China from Bangalore?
For documents and small parcels, DTDC International Standard at ~₹1,500/500g (7–10 days) is the cheapest reliable option. For 5 kg+, India Post Speed Post or DHL eCommerce Economy at ₹6,500–₹11,800 (12–18 days) is the budget choice. Booking via an authorised partner like us is typically 20–35% cheaper than the carrier walk-in counter.
Which courier is best for Bangalore to China?
DHL Express for time-sensitive B2B samples and documents — best China customs handling at Shanghai & Beijing hubs, fastest 5–7 day delivery. FedEx International Priority is comparable. DTDC International wins on cost for non-urgent 7–10 day standard parcels. Aramex for premium document-only routes.
How long does a courier from Bangalore to China take?
Express (DHL / FedEx) delivers in 5–7 business days to Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen. Standard service takes 7–10 days. Economy / Speed Post takes 12–18 days. Inland cities like Chengdu, Xi'an, Wuhan, Chongqing add 1–2 days over coastal hubs.
What does it cost to send a parcel from Bangalore to China?
Documents up to 500 g start at ₹1,800 (Express). 1 kg parcel from ₹2,400 (Express). 5 kg parcel from ₹9,500 Express / ₹6,500 Economy. Above 10 kg gets negotiable rates. Final quote depends on weight, zone and fuel surcharge.
Will my recipient have to pay duty in China?
Personal parcels under CNY 1,000 declared value typically clear without duty; commercial parcels attract 13% VAT plus item-specific duty (0–23%). Personal parcels may attract postal tax of 13–50% by category, with a CNY 50 waiver. For Bangalore B2B tech samples we mark accurately to minimise duty — call us for an HS-code review before booking.
Can I send Indian sweets / mithai to China?
Yes — dry sweets only, with sealed ingredient labels. Sealed Mysore Pak, kaju katli, laddoo, barfi, chakli, dry namkeen with 60+ day shelf life clear Chinese customs. No fresh dairy (rasgulla, paneer, mawa-based items not allowed), no meat-derived products, no fresh produce. Ingredient list in English mandatory.
Why is Chinese customs so strict about books and print material?
China regulates imported print material strictly. Materials with religious content (Bibles, Quran, religious tracts), political content critical of the CPC, Falun Gong references, Taiwan / Tibet / Xinjiang activist content, or maps showing disputed borders (including Arunachal Pradesh) are routinely seized. For ordinary academic books, novels, and non-political print, clearance is straightforward.
Can I send commercial / B2B tech samples to China from Bangalore?
Yes — this is one of our most common Bangalore→China lanes. Hardware-startup PCBs to Shenzhen OEMs, prototype enclosures to Dongguan, SaaS demo units to Shanghai R&D — we declare on the commercial invoice, code by HS, and mark 'samples of no commercial value' where genuinely applicable (small quantity, marked or defaced samples). Consignee Chinese tax number / company registration is required. Check CCC requirement for consumer electronics before booking.
Do you ship to Hong Kong and Macau?
Hong Kong and Macau are separate customs territories from mainland China — different rates, different transit, different rules. We ship there too, but quote separately. Hong Kong is a free port (no duty / VAT for most goods); Macau is similar. Call for a Hong Kong / Macau-specific quote.
Which Chinese cities do you deliver to?
All major mainland cities — Shenzhen, Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Wuhan, Xi'an, Tianjin, Chongqing, Dongguan, plus 30+ provinces & autonomous regions. Coastal hubs clear in 5–7 days Express; inland adds 1–2 days. SF Express / EMS / China Post handle final-mile delivery.
Can you pick up from a Bangalore tech park?
Routine — we run pickup loops to Manyata, Bagmane, Embassy, RMZ and Prestige. Each campus needs a visitor pass or internal contact for gate clearance — tell us your tower, floor and a contact name at booking. We coordinate with the security desk. This is most of our China-bound volume — hardware startups in Whitefield / Electronic City shipping PCB & prototype samples to Shenzhen OEMs.
What can I NOT send to China?
Print materials with religious / political / Falun Gong / Tibet / Taiwan content; maps showing borders disputed by China; used / second-hand items; liquids; fresh produce; dairy; meat; narcotics; hemp/CBD; counterfeit goods; lithium batteries above 100 Wh on air; currency & gold. Call us if unsure — China customs is unforgiving on returns.
How do I track my Bangalore → China shipment?
We share the AWB (air waybill) number on WhatsApp right after pickup. Track on the carrier's site (DHL/FedEx/DTDC) or paste the AWB at dtdc.com/track-your-shipment. We also send WhatsApp updates at customs clearance and final delivery.
Can I insure my China parcel?
Yes — declared value insurance from 1–2% of declared value. Strongly recommended for jewellery, electronics, original certificates, anything irreplaceable. Standard carrier liability without insurance is limited to ~CNY 500.
How much does it cost to send a 5 kg parcel from Bangalore to China?
5 kg Express (DHL/FedEx) ~₹9,500 (door delivery 5–7 days). Standard ~₹7,900 (7–10 days). Economy ~₹6,500 (12–18 days). All-in pricing — includes pickup, packaging, customs paperwork, AWB. Recipient duty applies on most parcels above CNY 1,000 for commercial.
Can I send to multiple China recipients in one shipment?
Each Chinese address needs its own AWB and customs declaration with consignee tax/ID — we cannot consolidate. We can however schedule pickup of multiple boxes from your Bangalore address in one trip and book each separately. Bulk discounts on 5+ AWBs in one pickup.