Shipping to Slovenia from the USA is fully open with both USPS and UPS: USPS Priority Mail International delivers in about 6 to 10 business days and accepts parcels up to 66 pounds, while UPS Worldwide Express and Worldwide Saver reach Slovenia in roughly 1 to 3 business days. Slovenia is not on the USPS international service suspension list (checked October 22, 2026), and as an EU member it charges import VAT on every commercial parcel regardless of value.
This guide compares the USPS and UPS services to Slovenia, explains the EU VAT and duty rules that decide what the recipient pays, and lists the customs details Slovenia asks for. To price a parcel, compare live USPS and UPS rates to Slovenia in the ParcelPath rate calculator.
Which USPS and UPS services ship to Slovenia?
USPS hands Slovenia mail to Pošta Slovenije, which delivers Priority Mail Express International as EMS to every part of the country. UPS carries parcels on its own network and clears them through customs as part of the service.
| Service | Expected delivery | Max weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPS Worldwide Express / Worldwide Saver | 1 to 3 business days | Per UPS package limits | Urgent B2B and high-value orders |
| UPS Worldwide Expedited | 2 to 5 business days | Per UPS package limits | Heavier parcels that need door-to-door tracking |
| USPS Priority Mail Express International | 3 to 5 business days to many major markets | 66 lb; Flat Rate Envelope 4 lb | Fast postal delivery anywhere in Slovenia |
| USPS Priority Mail International | 6 to 10 business days | 66 lb; Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes 20 lb | Most consumer parcels over 4 lb |
| USPS First-Class Package International Service | Varies | 4 lb | Light, low-value items |
USPS maximum sizes to Slovenia are 36 inches long for Priority Mail Express International and 42 inches for Priority Mail International, with 79 inches combined length and girth for both. USPS merchandise insurance is available on both Priority services. Global Express Guaranteed, which older guides still mention, has been suspended to Slovenia since September 29, 2024.
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How long does shipping to Slovenia take?
UPS Worldwide Express and Worldwide Saver deliver to Ljubljana and Maribor in about 1 to 3 business days and Worldwide Expedited in 2 to 5. USPS lists 3 to 5 business days for Priority Mail Express International to many major markets and 6 to 10 business days for Priority Mail International, and smaller towns in the Alps or along the Croatian border can add a day for Pošta Slovenije’s final delivery.
Customs is the usual reason a parcel misses those windows. A parcel waits at the border until VAT is settled and the declaration matches the contents, and peak season from mid-November to early January stretches postal transit across Europe.
What will the recipient pay in VAT and duty in Slovenia?
Slovenia applies the EU’s import rules. The EU abolished the old VAT exemption for low-value goods on July 1, 2021, so VAT is due on every commercial import, however small. How it is collected depends on the value:
| Shipment | VAT | Customs duty |
|---|---|---|
| Sale to a consumer, €150 or less, seller registered for IOSS | Charged at checkout; nothing due on delivery | Simplified EU flat duty since July 1, 2026 |
| Sale to a consumer, €150 or less, no IOSS | Collected from the recipient on import | Simplified EU flat duty since July 1, 2026 |
| Goods over €150 | Collected on import | Standard EU tariff for the goods |
| Gift between private individuals, €45 or less | Not charged | None |
The EU ended the €150 customs duty exemption for low-value e-commerce parcels on July 1, 2026, replacing it with a flat duty per item category that is due to give way to normal tariff rates in 2028. Sellers who ship regularly to EU consumers should register for the Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) so VAT is collected at checkout and the buyer pays nothing at the door. USPS Delivered Duty Paid is not available to Slovenia, so postal shipments without IOSS leave the charges to the recipient.
What customs details does Slovenia ask for?
USPS requires PS Form 2976-A inside a 2976-E envelope for Priority Mail International, PS Form 2976-B plus a commercial invoice for merchandise sent by Priority Mail Express International, and PS Form 2976 for First-Class Package International Service. Online labels generate these forms for you. Slovenia also asks for:
- A six-digit HS code for each article. USPS lists this as a requirement for every item containing goods.
- The country of origin of each article. “Made in USA” goods and imported goods may be treated differently for duty.
- The recipient’s EORI number, if the recipient is a business that has one.
- The recipient’s mobile phone and email, so Pošta Slovenije can send arrival and payment notices.
Describe items specifically (“two wool sweaters,” not “clothing”) and declare the transaction value. If you are new to international labels, our guide on how to ship a package walks through packing and labeling step by step.
What can’t you ship to Slovenia?
Pošta Slovenije has not furnished a country-specific prohibition list to USPS, so general EU and carrier rules apply. Coins, currency, traveler’s checks, precious metals and stones, jewelry and watches are prohibited by Priority Mail Express International. Across all carriers, expect problems with:
- meat, dairy and most fresh food from outside the EU
- plants and seeds without a phytosanitary certificate
- counterfeit goods and products that infringe EU trademarks
- weapons, ammunition and hazardous materials, including many lithium batteries shipped loose
- products that do not meet EU safety and labeling rules, such as electronics without CE marking
UPS keeps its own prohibited and restricted articles list, so check it before shipping anything unusual by UPS.
How do you choose the best way to ship to Slovenia?
For a gift or small order under 4 pounds, First-Class Package International Service is usually the lowest-cost tracked option. For heavier consumer parcels, Priority Mail International balances cost and speed, and UPS is the better choice when the delivery date matters or a business needs door-to-door tracking with customs brokerage built in. Pallets and container loads go by ocean or air freight into the Port of Koper or Ljubljana Airport through a freight forwarder rather than by parcel service.
If Slovenia is one of several EU markets you serve, our guide to shipping to Europe compares carriers and customs rules across the continent, and the roundup of shipping services and solutions can help you set up a regular shipping workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shipping to Slovenia take from the USA?
Shipping to Slovenia takes about 1 to 3 business days with UPS Worldwide Express or Worldwide Saver, 2 to 5 with UPS Worldwide Expedited, 3 to 5 with USPS Priority Mail Express International to many major markets, and 6 to 10 with USPS Priority Mail International. Customs holds for unpaid VAT or incomplete declarations are the most common cause of delay.
Does USPS still ship to Slovenia?
Yes. USPS accepts Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, First-Class Package International Service and First-Class Mail International to Slovenia, with a 66-pound limit on the Priority services, and Slovenia was not on the USPS suspension list as of October 22, 2026. Only Global Express Guaranteed is suspended, as it has been since September 2024.
Do I pay VAT on a parcel shipped to Slovenia?
Yes, VAT applies to every commercial parcel imported into Slovenia, because the EU removed the low-value VAT exemption on July 1, 2021. For consumer sales of €150 or less, an IOSS-registered seller charges VAT at checkout; otherwise the recipient pays it on delivery. Gifts between private individuals worth €45 or less are exempt.
What information does Slovenia require on the customs form?
Slovenia asks for a six-digit HS code and the country of origin for each article, the recipient’s EORI number if they have one, and the recipient’s mobile phone number and email. USPS uses PS Form 2976-A for Priority Mail International and PS Form 2976 for First-Class Package International Service, both generated automatically with online labels.
Sources
- USPS International Mail Manual: Slovenia country listing
- USPS International Service Alerts
- USPS: International Mail and Shipping Services
- UPS: International Shipping Services
- European Commission, Taxation and Customs Union: VAT for e-commerce (taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu)
