BPD Express: a practical shipping flow from the Czech Republic

BPD Express is a German postal operator with more than 30 years of experience in international delivery. We support private senders across Europe and deliver parcels and documents to Russia, as well as to Ukraine, Crimea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Georgia, and Belarus.

For Czech Republic to Russia shipping in 2026, the workflow is designed to be clear: you book online, receive a free label, then choose how to hand over the parcel — request free home courier pickup or drop it off via the Czech national post. The shipment is routed to our Germany hub, where the actual weight is recorded and an invoice is issued. After payment, the parcel is forwarded to the recipient in Russia.

Route: Czech Republic → Germany → Russia.

Why customers choose BPD Express

• Delivery across all of Russia, including remote regions.

• Easy handover from the Czech Republic — free label plus a choice: free home pickup or post office drop-off.

• Online booking — shipment details and customs declaration are completed on the website.

• Tracking — real-time updates via tracking number.

• Insurance — shipments are covered under standard company terms.

• Support — WhatsApp, Telegram, and Instagram Direct, including help with declarations.

• New customer offers — promotions after registration.

How to send a parcel from the Czech Republic to Russia

1. On the BPD Express website, select “Create shipment / Book delivery.”

2. Choose the Czech Republic as the origin, enter sender and recipient details, and provide the parcel weight.

3. Download and print the free label.

4. Hand over the parcel: request free home courier pickup or drop it off via the Czech national post.

5. Complete the customs declaration in the online configurator and confirm the order.

6. Once the parcel arrives at our Germany hub, it is weighed, an invoice is issued, and after payment we deliver it to the recipient in Russia in 2026.

Delivery cost

Pricing depends on:

• parcel weight;

• selected service (economy / standard / express).

Use the online calculator for an estimate. The final amount is confirmed after arrival and weighing at the hub in Germany.

Delivery times in 2026

Typical delivery time is 12–18 business days. Delays may occur due to peak seasons and customs clearance in Russia and the EAEU.

Customs rules and sanctions restrictions

Please consider:

• international prohibitions for certain goods;

• sanctions-related restrictions for specific categories;

• Russian and EAEU customs requirements for declarations and identical items.

Important: the reference duty-free import limit for private shipments to Russia in 2026 is €200. Amounts above the limit are generally subject to a 15% duty on the excess value. It is recommended not to include more than 3–5 identical items in one parcel.

Filling out the declaration correctly

• Use the configurator for accurate categories and wording.

• Declare the real value of the contents.

• Provide details: item name, quantity, value, and purpose.

• Avoid “used/second-hand” unless required.

Document delivery from the Czech Republic to Russia in 2026

For original documents, use the two-envelope method.

1) Envelope 1
Insert the documents and add a sheet with:
— your address, phone number, and email (Latin characters);
— the recipient’s address and phone number (in Russian).

2) Envelope 2
Insert Envelope 1 and address it to:
BPD Express GmbH & Co. KG, Max-Planck-Straße 10, 64572 Büttelborn
Add your name and return address.

3) Posting
Send Envelope 2 as a registered letter via the Czech national postal service.

Document delivery details:

• Price: €50

• Transit time: 10–15 days

• Delivery: EMS courier to the door

• Support: WhatsApp +49 171 3763353

Insurance and liability

All shipments are insured under BPD Express standard terms. If a parcel is damaged or lost, we help you file a claim and support the compensation process.

Payment

An invoice is issued after the parcel arrives at the Germany hub (based on actual weight) and is sent only by email. Please include the invoice number in the payment reference. Payment is required immediately after receiving the invoice.