Air express shipping from and to the Slovak Republic offers a quick, secure, and cost-efficient way to move parcels, business documents, and ecommerce goods globally.
With Bratislava Airport (BTS) serving as the main international hub and Košice Airport (KSC) covering eastern Slovakia, express deliveries reach European destinations within 1-2 business days and worldwide locations within 3-5 business days.
Air express services in Slovakia cater to individuals, SMEs, and online retailers, offering door-to-door delivery, real-time tracking, and fast customs clearance.
Perfect for small businesses and ecommerce sellers expanding into EU and non-EU markets.
Air Express Services
Air express shipping connects senders with global courier networks. Parcels are picked up from your location, processed through export customs, flown to destination hubs, and delivered directly to the recipient - typically within days.
While air freight is ideal for large cargo, air express provides priority handling, door-to-door delivery, and real-time tracking. It's the preferred method for smaller, high-value, or time-sensitive shipments that require faster customs clearance.
Air express costs are based on volumetric (dimensional) weight. Compact packaging minimizes total cost and simplifies customs handling.
Rates tend to rise during Christmas, Easter, and Black Friday, when shipping volumes increase sharply. Booking early ensures stable pricing and guaranteed delivery slots.
As an EU member, Slovakia's intra-EU shipments are duty-free. Imports from non-EU countries are regulated by Finančná správa (Slovak Customs).
iContainers ensures automated customs filing through eDovoz, Slovakia's electronic customs system, for quick clearance.
Use strong, moisture-resistant cartons and eco-friendly materials. Include bilingual (Slovak-English) labeling and attach commercial invoices externally.
Prohibited items include firearms, narcotics, cash, counterfeit goods, flammable materials, and perishables. Certain electronics and chemicals require EU CE compliance and safety certification.
Slovakia's ecommerce sector - driven by Alza.sk, Mall.sk, Heureka, and Amazon.de cross-border sales - benefits from fast and reliable delivery.
iContainers enables sellers to reach global markets with automated customs processes, VAT compliance, and end-to-end tracking visibility.
All iContainers ecommerce shipments include digital customs submission, IOSS support, and real-time tracking, ensuring smooth, transparent cross-border logistics.
Usually 1-5 business days, depending on destination and customs processing.
Up to 70 kg per piece or 120 cm in length, depending on service.
Bratislava (BTS), Košice (KSC), and Poprad-Tatry (TAT).
Air Waybill, Commercial Invoice, and Packing List; customs declarations for non-EU shipments.
Weapons, narcotics, perishables, counterfeit goods, and hazardous materials.
Finančná správa Slovenskej republiky - Customs Administration
https://www.financnasprava.sk/
Slovakia - Import Tariffs (U.S. International Trade Administration)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/slovakia-import-tariffs
Slovakia - Import Requirements and Documentation (Trade.gov)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/slovakia-import-requirements-and-documentation
Bratislava Airport (BTS) - Cargo Operations
https://www.bts.aero/en/
PwC Slovakia - VAT (DPH) Overview
https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/slovak-republic
European Commission - VAT & IOSS Scheme
https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/ioss_en
Statista - Ecommerce in Slovakia
https://www.statista.com/topics/8770/e-commerce-in-slovakia/
Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency (SARIO)
https://www.sario.sk/