Shipping to Northern Ireland is more expensive only when using DPD courier services. This is because:
1. Courier Classification
DPD classifies Northern Ireland separately from mainland UK. As a result, parcels sent via DPD to NI are treated as a 2-day service rather than next-day, and higher courier surcharges apply.
2. Higher Courier Costs
The cost to send parcels with DPD to Northern Ireland is £8.99, compared to £4.99 for mainland UK. This reflects the additional logistics and routing required.
3. Alternative with Royal Mail
If you prefer, you can select Royal Mail Tracked 24 or Tracked 48. These services are charged at the same rate as the rest of the UK:
Tracked 48 – Free over £35, otherwise £2.99
Tracked 24 – £2.99
📦 Tip: To avoid the higher DPD charge, NI customers may choose Royal Mail at checkout, which offers the same pricing as mainland UK.