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Send Diwali gifts to UK from India for your family and friends this Diwali. Atlantic International Express makes it simple to send permitted sweets, faral, dry fruits, chocolates, clothes, books, and festive hampers. Send a thoughtful gift from home and make their Diwali celebration feel special. With Atlantic, you can send Diwali gifts to the UK from ₹649/kg for 21kg+ shipments. Delivery usually takes 6-8 working days. The 10% discount on diwali shipments is available until 8th November 2026.
Get 10% off from 1 Oct to 8 Nov 2026, applied to your final quote.Book at least 2 weeks in advance to avoid the festive rush!
Atlantic Express offers doorstep pickup, free packing for eligible shipments, tracking, and document support. Since 2010, Atlantic has delivered 20M+ parcels and serves 180+ countries. Send your Diwali gifts from India and make the festival feel special for loved ones in the UK.
| Weight | Rate | Transit Days |
|---|---|---|
| 4kg | ₹1025/kg | 6-8 working days |
| 6kg+ | ₹799/kg | 6-8 working days |
| 11kg+ | ₹699/kg | 6-8 working days |
| 21kg+ | ₹649/kg | 6-8 working days |
Atlantic Express offers up to a 10% discount on eligible Diwali shipments. Final charges depend on shipment details and chargeable weight.
You can send permitted Diwali gifts to the UK from India through an international courier service. The item, packaging, quantity, and UK import rules can affect whether a gift can be shipped.
Dry fruits: Almonds, cashews, pistachios, raisins, and similar dry fruits in sealed packaging.
Dry snacks: Packaged namkeen, chakli, chivda, and other suitable dry food items.
Packaged sweets: Sealed and commercially prepared mithai with suitable packaging and shelf life.
Chocolates: Factory-sealed chocolates with clear labels and sufficient shelf life.
Biscuits: Commercially packed biscuits suitable for international transport.
Clothes: Sarees, kurtas, traditional outfits, and other festive clothing.
Books: Books and other suitable personal gifts.
Diwali hampers: Hampers containing permitted dry foods, chocolates, clothes, or other eligible gifts.
Food items: Some meat, dairy products, and homemade foods may not be allowed into the UK.
Perishable foods: Fresh foods that spoil quickly may not be accepted for international shipping.
Liquids: Oils, sauces, and other liquids may be restricted by courier rules.
Electronics: Devices containing lithium batteries may have specific shipping restrictions.
Perfumes and aerosols: Some perfumes and sprays may be restricted because they contain flammable substances.
Plants and seeds: Certain plants and seeds may require permits or may not be allowed into the UK.
Medicines: Some medicines may face import restrictions or require supporting documents.
Cash and valuables: Cash and certain valuable items may not be accepted by the courier.
Restrictions depend on the item and applicable UK import rules. Always declare the contents and value accurately when booking your shipment. If you are unsure whether a food item can be shipped, contact Atlantic Express before booking. Share the item name, ingredients, quantity, and packaging details to check if it is suitable for shipping.
Diwali gifts sent from India to the UK must be correctly described and declared on the customs declaration. UK customs may inspect shipments before release. For gifts sent from one private person to another, gifts valued over £39 may be subject to import VAT. Customs Duty may also apply when the total gift value is over £135.
Food items have separate UK import rules. Some chocolates, biscuits, and packaged foods may be allowed, while other food items can have restrictions. Keep the item description, quantity, and value accurate when booking your shipment. Check the latest UK government rules for gifts sent from India before sending the courier.
For Diwali 2026, send your UK Diwali gifts around 2 to 3 weeks before 8 November. This allows time for transit and customs processing.
Share your parcel details, gift items, weight, and the receiver’s address with Atlantic Courier. Check the shipping charges and confirm your booking before sending your Diwali gifts.
Pack your Diwali gifts carefully to protect them during transit. Seal sweets and dry fruits properly, and use protective packaging to prevent damage. Make sure food items are packed and labelled as required.
Atlantic International Express can arrange parcel pickup from your home, office, shop, or business in India. Keep your gifts packed and ready when the pickup is scheduled.
Provide the correct sender and receiver details, invoice, and list of items in your parcel. Atlantic Express helps with the required export documents based on your shipment.
Your parcel goes through the required customs checks in India and the UK. Customs authorities may ask for additional documents or details about the gifts. Make sure all items and their values are declared correctly.
After pickup, you will receive an Air Waybill (AWB) number, which works as your tracking number. Enter this number in the Atlantic tracking system to check your parcel’s status and follow its progress.
Once the required checks are complete, your parcel moves to the delivery address in the UK. The receiver can then receive your Diwali gifts, sweets, and other permitted items.
Keep the required documents ready before booking your Diwali gift shipment to the UK.
Valid identification and contact details may be required.
Provide an invoice showing the shipment value and item details.
Clearly list everything packed inside the parcel.
Provide accurate sender, receiver, and delivery information.
Additional documents may be required based on the parcel contents and UK import requirements.
Pack your Diwali gifts securely to avoid damage during transit. Seal sweets and dry fruits properly, and use protective packaging for fragile items. Follow the Atlantic packaging guide for suitable packing methods.
Yes, you can send Diwali gifts from India to the UK through Atlantic International Express. Check which items are allowed before booking your shipment.
You can send permitted items such as dry fruits, packaged sweets, chocolates, biscuits, clothes, books, and festive hampers. Food items must meet applicable UK import requirements.
Atlantic International Express charges ₹649/kg for 21kg+, ₹699/kg for 11kg+, and ₹799/kg for 6kg+ shipments to the UK. Final charges depend on shipment details and chargeable weight.
Atlantic International Express delivers Diwali gifts from India to the UK in around 6-8 working days. Delivery time may vary due to customs checks, holidays, and transit delays.
Yes, you can send permitted sweets to the UK. Dry and properly packed sweets are generally more suitable for international shipping.
You may need sender and receiver details, an invoice, and a clear list of the items inside the parcel. Additional documents may apply based on the shipment contents.
Yes, permitted dry fruits can be sent to the UK when properly packed and declared. Check the applicable UK food import requirements before booking.
If you send your Diwali gifts to the UK through Atlantic International Express, you can track your shipment using the AWB number shared after pickup. Enter your AWB number in the Atlantic tracking tool to check your shipment status and delivery updates.
Yes. Atlantic Express provides doorstep pickup from 200+ Indian cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad. Pickup is available from homes, offices, shops, and businesses.
Share your parcel and recipient details with Atlantic International Express, confirm the shipping charges, and complete the booking. Atlantic then arranges packing support, pickup, dispatch, and tracking for eligible shipments.
