Shipping guide
Send wine from Australia to the UK
Yes, you can send wine and spirits from Australia to the United Kingdom 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 7–14 business days. UK alcohol duty and VAT are paid on arrival.
How long does delivery to United Kingdom take?
Estimated transit: 7–14 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.
20% import VAT + customs duty by commodity code and origin + alcohol duty per litre of pure alcohol. Current guide bands include £30.62/L for 8.5–22% ABV and £33.99/L above 22% ABV; wine rates depend on ABV band.
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?
The clearance agent may request additional information before release. Keep an eye on your email and phone after dispatch.
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 compared with leading international couriers' advertised rates.
- Buy from any Australian seller; we handle the export paperwork and packing.
- See a live estimate in AUD with the pound sterling equivalent.
- Combine orders from several sellers; we hold them for up to 30 days.
- Send up to 132 bottles in one shipment.
Do I pay duty on wine sent from Australia to the UK?
Yes. Alcohol duty, 20% import VAT and any customs duty are paid to the clearance agent when it arrives.
Can I send spirits to the UK?
Yes, wine and spirits can both be shipped.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, Northern Ireland is covered under the United Kingdom.
Where can I check the official rules?
Check current import requirements with UK Government customs guidance. This link opens the official website in a new tab.
Visit UK Government customs guidanceNext 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.