Question 1

How much does it cost to send a parcel?

Accepted Answer

The price to send a parcel depends on the weight, size, destination&nbsp;and the shipping option (with a guarantee, delivered to a Pick-up Point, etc.). You can easily calculate the price of your parcel online using our price calculator. Enter the destination and weight and discover our prices instantly.

Question 2

Send a parcel: which details do I need?

Accepted Answer

To deliver your parcel correctly, we need the following details:Your address. In case your parcel is returned.Address of the addressee, Pick-up Point or Parcel Locker of your choice. If you create your shipping label online, you can easily choose the Pick-up Point or Parcel Locker from a list.Email address of the addressee (required when sending to a Parcel Locker). That way, we can take their delivery preferences into account (if within Belgium).The dimensions and weight of your parcel.Sending a parcel outside the EUIn addition to the above data, for a parcel outside the EU you also need to fill in the CN23 document completely and attach a copy (More information on customs documents):On this form, you have to fill in the following fields:SenderAddresseePhone number and email address of the recipientHS code: Customs worldwide use the uniform HS code (Harmonized System) to identify goods. To find out which code you should use, please consult&nbsp;FPS Finance.Country of originShipment detailsAlways include two copies of the invoice or the pro forma invoice.For shipments with a value of more than €1,000 you should also add the Single Administrative Document.

Question 3

How do I stamp my parcel?

Accepted Answer

To send a parcel, you need a shipping label. There are different ways to obtain a shipping label:Create a shipping label online or in the My bpost app&nbsp;and print it at home or for a fee in a Post Office, Post Point or Parcel Point.Purchase your shipping label in a Post Office, Post Point or Parcel Point (depending on the available selection).Order it from the bpost eShop (sold per 10 for domestic mail) or buy a pre-stamped package (for domestic mail).

Question 4

How must I print and attach my online shipping label?

Accepted Answer

You print and attach your shipping label as follows:Print your shipping label (at home) or choose the option ‘Print in a Post Office or Post Point'.Attach the shipping label to your parcel with strong tape. Make sure that it is water-proof and can withstand transportation.

Question 5

Can I attach stamps to my parcel instead of a mailing label?

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You can use stamps instead of a shipping label if your shipment does not exceed the following dimensions and weight:Width: 230 mmLength: 350 mmHeight: 30 mmWeight: 2 kgPlease note: if you send a parcel with stamps, then there is no barcode and you cannot follow it with Track &amp; Trace. A shipping label has a barcode and can be followed with Track &amp; Trace.

Question 6

I sent a parcel. How do I receive a receipt or invoice?

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If you create your shipping label online, indicate in the shopping basket – before paying – that you want to receive a receipt or invoice. You cannot request proof of payment afterwards.

Question 7

How do I create a personal account for the online shipping tool?

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You create your personal account in the online shipping tool as follows:Surf to parcel.Enter your first name, last name and e-mail address, indicate your gender, and choose a password.Click on 'Register' to confirm.

Question 8

I made an error when making my mailing label online. Can I still adjust the details?

Accepted Answer

Once you have created and paid for the shipping label, you cannot change it. You must create a new one.

Question 9

Can I create my shipping label or have it printed in a Post Office?

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You can buy a shipping label in a Post Office, Post Point or Parcel Point.If you create a shipping label online, you can have it printed at a Post Office or Post Point. Indicate this option - before you pay – in your shopping basket. Please note: this choice is valid for your entire order and not per label.Some Post Offices have a kiosk where you can create your shipping label.

Question 10

What do I need to make my shipping label?

Accepted Answer

You need the following details to create a shipping label:Your address, in case your parcel is returned.Address of the addressee or Pick-up Point or Parcel Locker of your choice. If you create your shipping label online, you can easily choose the Pick-up Point or Parcel Locker from a list.Email address of the addressee (required if you send to a Parcel Locker). That way, we can take their delivery preferences into account (if within Belgium).The dimensions and weight of your parcel.The desired options, for example whether you want to receive a confirmation text message.A printer. You do not need special printer paper to print your shipping label. If you don't have a printer, choose the 'Print my shipping label' option and have it printed for a fee in a Post Office or Post Point.Tip: tape the label on the top of the package with strong tape.

Question 11

Why do I have to enter the e-mail address of the addressee when making my shipping label online?

Accepted Answer

If you enter the e-mail address of the addressee for a shipment within Belgium, we can respect the delivery preferences that he/she entered in our tool. For a delivery to a Parcel Locker, we need the e-mail address to let the addressee know where and how he/she can pick up the parcel.For shipments abroad, we are required to request an email address.

Question 12

Why should I create an account?

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Having an account makes sending a parcel much easier:Your address (as sender) is entered automatically.You immediately click on the correct addressee in your personal address list.Your order history is saved.You can reuse the details of a previous shipment to send a parcel quickly.You can upload a CSV file to make multiple shipping labels at the same time.

Question 13

Can I create a shippig label with the My bpost app?

Accepted Answer

Yes, through the 'Send' menu you can easily create a shipping label in the app. You can just print the label at home, at a Post Office or at a Post Point near you.Download the app:For AndroidFor iPhone

Question 14

How do I pay for my online shipping label?

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You pay for your shipping&nbsp;label in the online shipping tool with MasterCard, Visa, Bancontact, Belfius, KBC, ING and PayPal.

Question 15

Can I purchase one shipping label in the eShop?

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You can only order shipping labels in the eShop in sets of 5 or 10. For one shipping label we recommend that you use our online shipping tool or go to a Post Office, Post Point or Parcel Point.