Send a parcel this Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunisolar calendar and is one of the most important holidays celebrated in China. The holiday is also recognised worldwide in other regions and has influenced neighbouring cultures.

The lunar calendar also repeats a 12-year cycle of zodiac animal signs and their recognised attributes, which govern the year. People born in a given year are also believed to have the personality of that year's animal.

When is Chinese New Year 2022?

This year, Chinese New Year falls on Tuesday 1st February. The lunar month falls between 21st January and 20th February each year.

How is Chinese New Year celebrated?

Popular Chinese New Year activities include:

• Enjoying a traditional meal with family
• Putting up decorations
• Sending red envelopes and other gifts

Red is the primary celebratory colour in Chinese culture and represents good luck and good fortune for the year.

What animal represents the year 2022?

According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2022 is the Year of the Tiger, the third animal in the 12-year cycle. The Years of the Tiger include 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022 and people born in these years are said to be courageous, passionate and love a challenge!

What to know when sending to China?

Shipping to China doesn't have to be complicated! Please read over our essential delivery tips to ensure your parcel gets there in time for the New Year. A parcel can get to China in as little as 3 days!

Customs

When sending a parcel to China, an essential rule is that your customs document is filled out accurately. All items received over in China must be cleared through Customs. Your customs documents will determine how much tax/duties will need to be paid, so it is essential to fill the form correctly to avoid delays.

If you're sending a gift under the value of £155, no duties or tax will be applied to your total parcel value. In this instance, you should declare your package as an unsolicited gift on your customs forms.

Our blog on filling out Customs Forms will give you all the information you need on the process. When you book with Interparcel, all you need to do is fill out our easy to navigate form to set your parcel with everything it needs to glide through Customs.

Restricted and Prohibited items

For every delivery you book with us, it's essential to check if the item is prohibited and restricted before sending it. Remember to check the couriers' list AND China's list to ensure that your goods can be imported and won't incur additional fees or delays.

Our prohibited and restricted items list can be filtered by country, so be sure to look at our specific guidelines to send a parcel to China.

Package for protection

When packaging goods to send to China, keep in mind that your parcel will be handled multiple times when loaded on and off vehicles and aircraft. They may be placed on top of other boxes and have boxes placed on them, so you must pack your item with durability in mind.

Make sure you:

• Use a strong and rigid outer box (preferably double-lined)
• Individually wrap loose items to protect from movement/vibrations
• Fill the space in the box with cushioning materials such as packing peanuts, tissue paper or bubble-wrap
• Invest in durable packing tape designed to withstand all temperatures



Ensure that address labels are visible after packaging so that couriers know where your goods need to go!

Send to China with Interparcel

Sending a parcel to China might be quicker than you think! With both Economy and Express delivery options, we have a service to suit your budget.

Landmark Global World Drop Off can deliver your parcel to China in 6-13 days from £11.55. With 750 Landmark Global hubs worldwide, they are well placed to handle your international shipping needs to China or beyond.

For a speedier service, DPD Air Express or FedEx International Priority are great options to choose from for delivery in 3-5 working days. These two services come with £50 transit cover as standard, but you can purchase up to a maximum of £1000 if you are sending higher-value goods.

Save on Express services to China

For a limited time only, save 10% on all Express services to China. Simply enter the code TIGER22 at the checkout. Offer ends 7th February 2022 (inclusive).

Contact our parcel experts if you're interested in sending a package to China but need a question or two answered. They are available via a call, email, or live chat message between 8 am - 8 pm Monday to Friday or 9 am - 1 pm on weekends.

Send a gift to a loved one in China today and see how easy it can be with Interparcel!