Shipping guide
Send wine from Australia to New Zealand
Yes, you can send wine and spirits from Australia to New Zealand with CellarJet. Buy from any Australian winery, distillery or retailer and have it delivered to our Adelaide warehouse. We repack it for export and ship it express, usually in 3–5 business days. GST and alcohol excise-equivalent duty are paid on arrival.
How long does delivery to New Zealand take?
Estimated transit: 3–5 business days. The carrier and final route are confirmed when the shipment is prepared.
What duties and taxes will I pay?
Import duties and taxes are paid to the customs clearance agent when your parcel arrives.
15% GST + customs duty where applicable + excise-equivalent duty based on litres of alcohol and ABV. The top guide rate is about NZ$71.034 per litre of alcohol for products over 14% ABV; customs and biosecurity fees may also apply.
How many bottles can I send?
Up to 132 bottles (99 L) per shipment. Larger orders ship separately.
What do I need for customs clearance?
NZ Customs Client Code. Required when the order value is over NZD 1,000; the threshold check uses the current exchange rate.
Where do you deliver?
Remote postcodes may attract a courier surcharge. Enter the delivery postcode in the Shipping Calculator to check.
Can I combine orders from several sellers?
Orders from several sellers can be held for up to 30 days from the first arrival and shipped together. Local carrier delivery and signature requirements may vary.
Why ship with CellarJet?
- Save up to 34% on 6 bottles, and up to 58% when you combine 12–24 bottles from several sellers, compared with leading international couriers’ advertised rates.
- Combine orders from several sellers; we hold them for up to 30 days.
- Send up to 132 bottles in one shipment.
- See a live estimate in AUD with the New Zealand dollar equivalent.
Do I need a Customs Client Code?
Only when your order is worth more than NZD 1,000. We’ll ask for it at booking if it’s needed.
What will I pay when it arrives in New Zealand?
15% GST, excise-equivalent duty based on alcohol content, and any customs or biosecurity fees.
Can I send spirits to New Zealand?
Yes, wine and spirits can both be shipped.
Where can I check the official rules?
Check current import requirements with New Zealand Customs Service. This link opens the official website in a new tab.
Visit New Zealand Customs ServiceNext step
See shipment requirements and request an estimate for this destination.
These are general shipping notes, not legal or tax advice. Transit times are estimates from dispatch at our warehouse, and import rules can change. Confirm current requirements with the official authority linked above.