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Shipping from Spain to Kazakhstan

Ship from Spain to Kazakhstan in 10-18 days from €22.50. Compare DHL, FedEx, KazPost and UPS with EAEU customs handled, 200 EUR threshold, full tracking.

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From

€22.50

1 kg standard parcel

Transit

10–18 days

Business days

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From

Madrid

Almaty

Route guide

Shipping from Spain to Kazakhstan: what you need to know

Written and updated by the JetSend route operations team. Last reviewed on 03 May 2026.

Carriers and services on this route

Three carriers cover this route. DHL provides the fastest service with connections via its Frankfurt hub to both Almaty and Astana. FedEx connects through its European network at competitive express rates. Qazpost (Kazakhstan Post) is the national postal operator with the widest last-mile coverage across Kazakhstan, including remote steppe regions and border towns unreachable by express couriers.

Kazakhstan is the world's largest landlocked country and the ninth-largest overall, spanning Central Asia with a population of 19 million. Almaty (formerly Alma-Ata) is the largest city and commercial hub, served by Almaty International Airport (ALA); Astana (formerly Nur-Sultan) is the capital, served by Astana International Airport (NQZ). Kazakhstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), sharing unified customs rules with Russia, Armenia, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan. Around 5,000 Spanish nationals live in Kazakhstan, primarily in Almaty and Astana.

Delivery times in detail

Transit times are in business days from pickup in Spain to delivery in Kazakhstan. EAEU customs declaration is mandatory on all international shipments. Parcels connect via Frankfurt or Dubai to Almaty (ALA). Express services reach Almaty in 10-12 days; Astana in 11-14 days; economy services in 16-18 days. Remote regions (western Kazakhstan, Shymkent, Aktau) may add 2-3 days for last-mile.

How to pack your parcel for this route

Use double-wall boxes for this long-haul route: parcels transit via multiple hubs over 10+ days. Wrap fragile items with 5 cm of bubble wrap. Kazakhstan's extreme continental climate means parcels may experience temperatures from -30°C to +40°C in transit - protect temperature-sensitive items accordingly.

Practical tips for this route

Two route-specific points. First, Kazakhstan follows EAEU customs rules: personal imports up to 200 EUR per shipment and 31 kg enter duty-free. Above 200 EUR, EAEU customs duty (15%) and VAT (12%) apply to the amount exceeding the threshold. The annual personal import limit is 1,000 EUR per recipient, tracked across all shipments. Second, Kazakhstani postal codes are 6 digits. Almaty uses codes starting with 050xxx; Astana uses 010xxx; Shymkent uses 160xxx. Russian is widely used alongside Kazakh for addresses - using Russian or Latin transliteration for the city and street name is acceptable and often preferred by Qazpost sorting centres.

For a complete list of prohibited and restricted items on this route, see the customs section below.

Avoid these

Common mistakes when sending a parcel from Spain to Kazakhstan

The reasons parcels on this route get held, returned or rejected. Each is avoidable in under a minute at the time of booking.

01
Splitting one shipment into multiple small parcels to stay under 200 EUR
Specific to this route
EAEU customs applies a 1,000 EUR annual personal import limit tracked by recipient. Sending multiple small parcels to the same recipient does not reset the threshold - each parcel is logged against the recipient's annual allowance. Commercial goods above 200 EUR should be shipped as a single correctly declared consignment.
02
Using a 5-digit postcode instead of the 6-digit Kazakh code
Specific to this route
Kazakhstan uses 6-digit postal codes (e.g., 050000 for central Almaty). Using the old Soviet-era 6-digit code is correct, but some online databases show truncated or incorrect codes. Verify the full 6-digit code with the recipient before shipping.
03
Undervaluing declared goods
If a parcel is lost or damaged, compensation is capped at the declared value. For valuable shipments, take out declared-value coverage.
04
Prohibited or restricted item in the parcel
If a prohibited item is found at the sorting centre, the parcel is rejected before dispatch. Check the lists before booking.
05
Inadequate packaging for a 10+ day journey
Minimum standard for this route is a double-wall corrugated box with intact tape on every seam and 5 cm of cushioning on all six sides for fragile contents.

Step by step

How long does delivery from Spain to Kazakhstan take?

Total transit

13.0 days

Average across all carriers

Step 1 / 5

Pickup

~0,5 days

Step 2 / 5

Departure hub

~0,5 days

Step 3 / 5

Air transit

~5 days

Step 4 / 5

Almaty Airport

~4 days

Step 5 / 5

Last mile

~3 days

Estimates based on the last 90 days of shipments on this route. Pickup time is counted from the moment a courier collects the parcel.

Insurance & liability

Parcel insurance for shipments from Spain to Kazakhstan

Default carrier liability

200 EUR

Typical cap before additional insurance is added.

Standard carrier liability; declared value coverage available up to 2,500 EUR at booking.

What carrier liability covers by default

Every carrier on the Spain-Kazakhstan route includes a basic liability of 200 EUR-€2,500 on standard parcels, depending on service tier. This is not full insurance - it covers proven loss in transit, not damage caused by inadequate packaging, prohibited items, undervalued declarations, customs seizure, or delays.

When additional insurance is recommended

Electronics, jewellery or any single item with a declared value above €200.
Fragile items where damage is a realistic risk despite proper packaging - glass, ceramics, framed photographs, instruments.
Shipments to addresses outside the major cities of Kazakhstan, where last-mile partner accountability is more limited.
Any time the replacement cost of the contents would meaningfully outweigh the cost of insurance - typically 1-3% of declared value.

How insurance is calculated

Pricing follows a simple model: a percentage of declared value, typically 1-3% depending on carrier and destination.

Worked example

Parcel declared at €500
Insurance: €5-€15 depending on carrier

What's covered and what isn't

Covered

Loss in transit
Damage during transport
Theft from carrier handling

Not covered

Customs seizure
Inadequate packaging
Cash, perishables
Delivery delays

How to file a claim

Claims must be filed within 14-30 days of delivery (or expected delivery for lost parcels), depending on the carrier. JetSend handles the carrier-side paperwork on your behalf.

Photos of the damage and packaging

Proof of declared value (invoice or receipt)

Tracking record showing transit history

Customs & restrictions

Customs rules and restrictions: Spain to Kazakhstan

Last updated: 03 May 2026

5.1 - Overview

Kazakhstan (EAEU) requires a customs declaration (CN22 for parcels under 200 EUR, CN23 over 200 EUR) on all international shipments from outside the EAEU. Personal imports up to 200 EUR per shipment and 31 kg are duty-free. Above 200 EUR, EAEU customs duty (15%) and VAT (12%) apply to the excess amount. The annual personal import limit is 1,000 EUR.

5.2

Prohibited items

Weapons, ammunition
Cash, securities, precious metals
Lithium batteries separately (allowed if installed in device)
Live animals, plants, seeds
Counterfeit goods
Narcotics and psychotropic substances

5.3

Restricted items

Medicines - Kazakhstani health authority approval required; prescription for controlled substances
Alcohol - max 2 L per parcel for personal use
Tobacco - max 200 cigarettes per parcel for personal use
Cosmetics - sealed retail packaging only
Food - sealed non-perishables only; meat and dairy require veterinary certificate

5.4

Required documents

Sender and recipient address (full name, street, number, 6-digit Kazakhstani postcode, city, region) · Recipient phone number · CN22 or CN23 customs declaration (auto-generated by JetSend) · Commercial invoice for goods over 200 EUR

JetSend pre-fills all of the above automatically when you book.

Complete customs guide for Kazakhstan

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about shipping from Spain to Kazakhstan

8 questions specific to this route. Still missing something? Ask support →

How long does shipping from Spain to Kazakhstan take?

Most parcels arrive in 10-18 business days. DHL reaches Almaty in 10-12 days; Astana in 11-14 days. Economy services take 16-18 days.

How much does it cost to ship from Spain to Kazakhstan?

Prices start from 22.50 EUR for a standard 1 kg parcel.

What is the EAEU customs threshold for Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan is in the EAEU. Personal imports up to 200 EUR per shipment (and 31 kg) are duty-free. Above 200 EUR, 15% customs duty plus 12% VAT apply on the excess. The annual personal import limit is 1,000 EUR per recipient.

What does a Kazakhstani postal code look like?

Kazakh postal codes are 6 digits. Almaty codes start with 050xxx; Astana with 010xxx; Shymkent with 160xxx. Always include the full 6-digit code.

Can I use Russian for the address?

Yes. Russian and Kazakh are both official languages in Kazakhstan. Russian transliteration (or Latin transliteration) is fully accepted by Qazpost and express courier sorting centres. Using Latin script for the city name (e.g., 'Almaty' not 'Алматы') is preferred for international shipments.

What is the maximum parcel weight?

Up to 30 kg per parcel. For shipments over 30 kg, contact JetSend support.

What is Qazpost?

Qazpost (Kazakhstan Post) is Kazakhstan's national postal operator. It provides last-mile delivery across all regions including remote steppe areas, border towns, and rural districts not served by express couriers.

How do I track my parcel?

Every JetSend booking gets a single tracking number that aggregates carrier updates in near real time.

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