Express shipping offers the fastest, most secure, and reliable solution for businesses seeking exceptional customer experience or seamless door-to-door delivery from the Malaysia to United Kingdom.

It is especially ideal for time-sensitive and high value parcels for three reasons:

• Time Efficiency: Express shipping typically take just 2-3 working days through scheduled air freight, significantly faster than sea freight, which take 10-15 weeks on average. 

• Enhanced Security: Due to stricter regulations from authorities like IATA and ICAO, mandatory advanced screening, fewer handling points, and shorter transit times, shipment risks are significantly minimized.

• Cost Optimization: While upfront costs may be higher, express shipping offers predictable pricing with fewer hidden charges. Additionally, faster delivery minimizes operational disruptions, avoids stock shortages, and boosts customer satisfaction, leading to long-term cost savings.

Businesses consistently choose DHL Express to ship parcels from Malaysia to the United Kingdom due to our proven delivery speed, high security standard, reliable service quality, and competitive pricing.

• Faster Delivery: With a robust integrated network and consistent flight schedules, DHL Express ensures parcels from Malaysia reach the UK in just 2-5 days, far quicker than most shipping options available in the market. 

• Integrated Network Minimizes Cargo Risks: Shipments are transported quickly and securely through a unified logistics framework, supported by preplanned flight schedules, strategically located hubs, and local service centers in over 220 countries, reducing risks at every step.

• Advanced Technology Enhances Security: DHL Express employs strict handling protocols and advanced surveillance systems across our facilities, ensuring enhanced protection for shipments throughout their journey.

• Competitive and Reliable Shipping Costs: DHL Express offers stable pricing and exclusive discounts tailored to shipping frequency and volume.

The standard costs of shipping parcels from Malaysia to the United Kingdom is determined by dimensional weight, delivery speed, and the optional services required.

You can calculate an estimated shipping cost using MyDHL+, but the estimation does not include the exclusive discount your business entitled to.

For detailed instructions, refer to our guide on estimating shipping costs.

Typically, DHL Express delivers parcels from Malaysia to the United Kingdom within 2-5 days. Actual transit times depend on the shipment's departure and destination cities. 

• 2-3 days: For shipments between major Malaysian cities with DHL Express hubs, such as Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, or Penang, to major UK cities like London, Manchester, or Birmingham.
• 4-5 days: For shipments originating from suburban Malaysian towns or destined for remote areas in the United Kingdom outside the main hubs.

To start exporting goods from Malaysia to the United Kingdom, businesses must comply with the customs documentation of both countries. Here's the list of necessary documents:

Mandatory documents:

• Business Registration Certificate (SSM)
• Tax Identification Number (TIN)
• Economic operator registration and identification (EORI) number
• Export Declaration (K2 Form)
• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Billing of Lading/Air Waybill

Optional documents (depending on your business and goods)

• Export licenses
• VAT registration documents
• Product-specific certifications/permits/licenses

Document requirements may vary depending on the type and conditions of your shipment.

If you're a DHL Express business account holder, your dedicated account manager will provide guidance and support throughout the process of obtaining the documents

When shipping goods from Malaysia to the UK, here are the key customs rules you should be aware of:

1. 10% Sales Tax on Low-Value Goods:

   Goods valued at MYR500 or less (classified as low-value goods) are subject to a 10% sales tax upon entry into the UK.

2. Low-Value Goods Registration Number (LRN):

   If your business's annual sales exceed MYR 500,000 you must register for an LRN to comply with the UK's import tax regulations for low-value goods. Failing to provide an LRN may lead to additional import taxes, customs complications, or shipment delays.

VAT (Value Added Tax) is a consumption tax that applies to most goods imported into the UK.

• Standard VAT rate: 20% of the total landed value (goods + shipping + insurance + duties).
• Reduced or zero VAT: Some goods may be taxed at 5% or 0% (e.g., certain health items, books, children’s clothing).
• Duty threshold: Customs duty is generally charged on goods worth more than £135. Goods under this value usually don’t attract customs duty, though VAT still usually applies.

Gifts: VAT is not charged on gifts valued £39 or less.

Yes, but only certain types of food are allowed. The rules are strict, especially for animal products.

Generally allowed:

• Sealed, non-perishable plant-based foods
• Snacks, biscuits, chocolate, noodles, coffee, tea, spices
• Commercially packaged items with clear ingredient labels
  

Usually not allowed:

• Meat, dairy, eggs, or foods containing them
• Homemade food
• Fresh fruits or vegetables
• Food without original packaging or ingredient information
  

Food containing animal products from non-EU countries is generally prohibited for personal shipments unless special approvals are in place. Commercial food shipments may require health certificates or pre-notification.

For more details, check the specific food requirements before shipping.

The UK prohibits the import of certain goods for safety, legal, and biosecurity reasons. 

These include:

1. Illegal & controlled items

   • Controlled drugs and narcotics
   • Indecent or obscene materials (e.g. books, magazines, films, DVDs)
     

2. Weapons & self-defence items

   • Offensive weapons, such as flick knives
   • Self-defence sprays, including pepper spray and CS gas
     

3. Wildlife & restricted materials

   • Endangered animal and plant species (and products made from them)
   • Rough diamonds
     

4. Food & biosecurity restrictions

   • Personal imports of meat and dairy products from most non-EU countries

For the details, check the UK government’s prohibited and restricted goods list before shipping.