Send parcel to France - La Réunion
Shipping to Réunion Island
Saint-Denis, Saint-Pierre, Saint-Paul: Réunion is a French island in the Indian Ocean, 9,000 km from mainland France. An EU overseas territory with 860,000 inhabitants. The volcanic island offers stunning nature and a developed economy. Roland Garros Airport in Saint-Denis is the main international hub. Réunion uses the euro, French law and EU regulations. However, the distance requires specialized air freight. Transit times vary: contact us for a customized quote. Over 11,000 Trustpilot reviews confirm our expertise in remote destinations. We serve Italian businesses with clients in the Indian Ocean, extreme sports enthusiasts shipping gear, and Réunion families in Italy. Free pickup, full tracking, support for shipments to French overseas territories.
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Destinations on the French volcanic island
La Réunion comprises 24 communes along the coast. The mountainous interior is sparsely populated. Example for a major institution:
Université de La Réunion15 Avenue René Cassin
CS 92003
97744 Saint-Denis Cedex
La Réunion, France
Addresses follow the standard French format: street name, building number, postal code (97400–97490), city. Saint-Denis is the administrative capital on the north coast. Saint-Pierre in the south is the second major hub. Saint-Paul, Saint-Leu, and Saint-Benoît are key coastal towns. The highlands (“Les Hauts”) have limited access; the Cirque de Mafate is only reachable on foot. A telephone number with the +262 country code is mandatory. La Réunion uses the French numbering system. Recipients receive an SMS before delivery.
What Italians typically ship to La Réunion:
Equipment for extreme sports (paragliding, canyoning, diving), automotive and marine spare parts, Italian food products for local restaurants, electronic and IT components, technical and outdoor clothing.
Prices for shipping parcels to France - La Réunion
| Parcel | Price |
|---|---|
| 0 - 2 kg | from 159,53 € |
| 2 - 5 kg | from 222,12 € |
| 5 - 10 kg | from 341,31 € |
| 10 - 20 kg | from 500,08 € |
| 20 - 30 kg | from 638,02 € |
| 30 - 40 kg | from 811,39 € |
| 40 - 50 kg | from 991,70 € |
Prices for shipping documents to France - La Réunion
| Document | Price |
|---|---|
| 0 - 0.5 kg | from 73,53 € |
| 0.5 - 1 kg | from 81,08 € |
| 1 - 1.5 kg | from 91,66 € |
| 1.5 - 2 kg | from 97,70 € |
Shipping time to France - La Réunion
Transit Times and possible delays
Transit from Italy to La Réunion depends on available flight connections. The island is located in the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar. Packages travel via European hubs (Paris, Amsterdam) or African hubs (Nairobi, Johannesburg), then on regular flights to Roland Garros Airport in Saint-Denis.
Delivery times vary according to flight frequency and parcel weight. Lightweight shipments move faster; bulky or heavy parcels may require consolidation. La Réunion receives deliveries primarily along the coast. Saint-Denis, Saint-Pierre, and Saint-Paul are served daily. Mountainous inland areas need an additional 1–2 days.
Possible delays:
Tropical cyclones (December–April) can ground flights for days. The airport closes during red weather alerts. French national holidays (July 14, November 1, Christmas) slow customs operations. La Réunion also observes local holidays (December 20 – Abolition of Slavery). Tourist peak seasons (July–August, December–January) can saturate cargo capacity. Contact us for up-to-date availability and transit times before shipping.
FAQ: La Réunion
Is La Réunion part of the European Union for shipping?
Yes and no. La Réunion is a French overseas department and an outermost EU region, using the euro and EU law, but geographically outside Europe. Customs and VAT follow EU rules: no import duties on intra-EU goods, but a customs declaration is required for traceability. Local VAT (8.5 %) differs from mainland France (20 %). Personal shipments under €150 are generally duty-free. The long distance requires air freight, making costs higher than standard EU shipping.
Can I ship Italian wine to La Réunion?
Wine and spirits require care: as a French territory, French regulations apply. Personal quantities up to 10 L are usually allowed if marked “table wine for personal use” and packed with professional anti-breakage materials. We disclaim liability for broken bottles. Commercial quantities need an alcohol import license and recipient registration. Restaurants and wine bars can import with proper documentation. The tropical climate can cause temperature fluctuations during transit.
How much does it cost to ship diving gear to Saint-Gilles?
Saint-Gilles-les-Bains is Réunion’s diving hub. Gear (fins, wetsuits, regulators) ranges from 3–5 kg per wetsuit to 15–20 kg per full set. Shipping costs depend on total weight and urgency. Réunion has specialist shops—consider buying locally versus shipping. For professional or customized equipment, shipping makes sense. Declare the actual value for insurance; technical diving gear has no special customs restrictions.
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