Post a consignment at the post office

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In addition to sending parcels via DHL, you also have the option of sending goods directly via the post office. However, you have to pay attention to a few points, because there are strict rules for the shipping of your goods.

Small shipments of goods can be sent inexpensively.
Small shipments of goods can be sent inexpensively.

What you need to consider when posting goods with Deutsche Post

  • When the consignment is posted at your Deutsche Post branch, the envelope must be open so that the content can be checked. Only the original packaging contained in the goods themselves may be closed if this packaging is labeled "May be opened by the post for inspection purposes".
  • From a number of 100 identical consignments, it is no longer necessary to hand them in openly. For this it is imperative that the consignment is marked as such (label "Consignment / Fee checked"). In addition, as the sender, you must agree that the consignment may be opened by Deutsche Post for checking purposes.
  • The format and weight of the consignments are also specified. This enables you to send items up to a maximum weight of 500 g. With this variant, in addition to the weight, the following packaging sizes must be adhered to: length 10 cm - 35.3 cm; Width 7 cm - 30 cm; Height up to 15 cm.
  • If you are heavier or larger in size, Swiss Post offers you the alternative of sending the consignment as a parcel or parcel with DHL.

What can and cannot be sent as a consignment of goods

There are a few things to consider, not just when sending the consignment. The content must also meet certain conditions in order to be able to be sent as a consignment of goods.

DHL - correctly post the consignment

In the case of a DHL consignment, in addition to the minimum size and the maximum size, the ...

  • As the name suggests, a consignment of goods may contain goods up to the weight and size limit. In addition, the dispatch of samples and samples or other corresponding items is permitted.
  • The invoice for the goods contained, general printed matter such as a prospectus and information about the article may also be included.
  • Individual letters, personal communications and invoices that do not exclusively refer to the item contained are not permitted.

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