International shipping of wine, spirits and oils

A practical guide to international shipping of wine, spirits and food oils from Italy: delivery times, tracking, packaging and customs.

Bottle of Italy ships wine, spirits and food oils directly from Italy to many European Union countries and to several non-EU destinations worldwide. This guide clearly explains where we ship, delivery times and shipping methods.

In short: we offer secure and tracked international shipping to private customers and businesses, using certified packaging and reliable international couriers.

Products we ship internationally

International shipments may include:

  • Wine
  • Spirits and liqueurs
  • Extra virgin olive oil, food oils and vinegars

For some non-EU countries, specific product restrictions may apply, as detailed on the individual destination pages.

Shipping within the European Union

We regularly ship to all major European Union countries. For most destinations, delivery times are fast and no customs procedures are required.

EU delivery times

  • Standard EU countries: 48–72 business hours from dispatch
  • Nordic and Balkan countries: 72–96 business hours from dispatch

EU shipments are handled by international couriers such as UPS and DHL, with tracking always included.

Private customers and EU businesses

We ship both to private customers and to businesses with a valid intra-EU VAT number. Different tax rules may apply for business customers, according to current regulations.

Shipping to non-EU countries

In addition to the EU, Bottle of Italy ships to many non-EU destinations. Delivery times and shipping conditions may vary depending on the country.

Non-EU delivery times and methods

  • Switzerland: 3–5 business days, Swiss Post courier, customs clearance included
  • United States and Canada: 15–20 business days, UPS or DHL, customs clearance included
  • Other non-EU countries: 3–10 business days, DHL or UPS

For some non-EU destinations, import duties or taxes may be requested directly by local authorities and are not included in the shipping cost.

Product restrictions for non-EU countries

For the United Kingdom and Switzerland, shipping is limited to:

  • Wine
  • Food oils
  • Vinegars

Spirits are currently not available for shipment to these destinations.

Packaging and safety

All shipments are prepared using certified bottle packaging, designed to minimise the risk of breakage during transport.

Tracking and delivery

Each order is shipped with a tracking code, allowing customers to monitor the shipment until delivery. If the recipient is not available, the courier may attempt a new delivery or make the parcel available at an authorised pickup point.

Destination-specific shipping pages

For detailed information about each destination, please consult the dedicated pages:

Shipping wine internationally is legal, but rules vary depending on the destination country.

Learn whether it is legal to ship wine internationally and which rules apply

In brief

Bottle of Italy offers reliable international shipping of wine, spirits and food oils, with broad coverage across Europe and many non-EU countries, clear delivery times and professional logistics management.

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Do you ship internationally from Italy?
Yes. Bottle of Italy ships from Italy across the EU and to selected non‑EU destinations worldwide.
How long does delivery take within the EU?
EU deliveries are typically 48–72 hours from dispatch. Nordics/Baltics/Balkan EU destinations are typically 72–96 hours.
Which couriers do you use?
We mainly ship with DHL or UPS (and Swiss Post for Switzerland). Tracking is provided once the order ships.
Are there customs procedures for non‑EU shipments?
Yes, non‑EU shipments may be subject to customs procedures. Import duties/taxes can be requested by local authorities depending on the destination.
Is customs clearance included for the USA and Canada?
Yes. For the United States and Canada, customs clearance and procedures are included in the shipping price.
Do you ship spirits to every country?
Product availability varies by destination. For example, Switzerland and the United Kingdom currently accept wine, oils and vinegars only.
Do you ship to businesses?
Yes. We ship both to private customers and to EU businesses with an intra‑EU VAT number (B2B).

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