Use Suitable Packaging
Use a strong rectangular cardboard box that is appropriate for the parcel's weight and contents. Avoid cylindrical tubes, loose wrapping and protruding items.
The guidance below explains common circumstances that may lead to an additional charge, return or delay and how you can help prevent them.
Weigh the fully packaged parcel, measure every side, use suitable packaging and check the recipient details before booking. Always follow the size, weight and content restrictions displayed for the selected InPost service.
These examples are general guidance and do not represent a complete InPost surcharge tariff. The circumstances of the shipment and the courier's current terms will determine whether a charge applies.
| Surcharge | When it may apply | Top tip |
|---|---|---|
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01
Incorrect Weight Or Dimensions
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The courier may reweigh and remeasure a parcel during transit. An additional charge or return may result if the fully packaged parcel differs from the details entered when booking. |
Weigh And Measure
The Fully Packaged Parcel
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02
Service Size Or Weight Limits
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A parcel that exceeds the weight or dimensions allowed for the selected InPost service may be rejected, returned or subject to an additional charge. |
Check The Limits
For The Selected Service
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03
Incompatible Or Irregular Packaging
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Cylindrical or irregular parcels, loose wrapping, straps, handles, protruding parts and outer packaging made from materials other than corrugated cardboard may require manual handling or may not be accepted. |
Use A Strong Box
Rectangular Corrugated Cardboard
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04
Unstable Or Poorly Packed Contents
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Empty space can allow contents to move and make a parcel unstable or top-heavy. Insufficient protection can also cause damage, delays, returns or additional handling. |
Fill Empty Space
Secure And Cushion The Contents
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05
Incorrect Address Or Contact Details
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An incomplete or incorrect delivery address, postcode, recipient name, email address or telephone number can cause a delay, correction or return. |
Check Every Detail
Before Confirming The Booking
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06
Collection Or Drop-Off Problems
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A collection may fail if the parcel is not ready or nobody is available. At a drop-off point, a parcel may not be accepted if its label or QR code is unavailable or it does not meet the selected service requirements. |
Prepare In Advance
Have The Label Or QR Code Ready
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07
Prohibited Or Restricted Contents
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Sending prohibited or restricted items can lead to refusal, return, disposal, loss of transit cover or additional costs. |
Check The Contents
Before Packing And Booking
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08
Failed Delivery Or Return
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A parcel may be returned if delivery cannot be completed, the address is unsuitable or the recipient does not collect it within the time allowed. Return or other additional costs may apply. |
Track The Parcel
Keep The Recipient Informed
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General guidance:
These are examples of common courier surcharge situations. The charge
and whether it applies will depend on the selected service, shipment
details and current InPost terms.
Please note:
Courier requirements and charges can change. Additional charges or
restrictions not listed on this page may also apply.
All charges for domestic parcels are subject to VAT.
A few simple checks before collection or drop-off can help prevent delays, returns and additional charges.
Use a strong rectangular cardboard box that is appropriate for the parcel's weight and contents. Avoid cylindrical tubes, loose wrapping and protruding items.
Make sure the parcel is sealed, the label is secure and any QR code is ready. For a collection service, ensure the parcel is available when the driver attends.
This page provides general examples of circumstances that may result in additional charges, delays or returns. It is not a complete InPost surcharge tariff.
Always check the weight, dimensions, packaging and content restrictions displayed during booking for the exact InPost service selected.
The sender is responsible for ensuring the parcel complies with the courier's requirements. Please review our Terms of Use and Prohibited and Restricted Items before sending.
Compare a selection of InPost collection and drop-off services available through Interparcel.