ParcelPost
An affordable way to send small parcels to a street, rural, New Zealand Post PO Box or Private Bag address within New Zealand.
ParcelPost has a one to three working day mail delivery target between major towns and cities.
The required postage to send items by ParcelPost is based on the size and weight of your parcel and your choice of bag.
Find out about postage when sending parcels from Kapiti or Marlborough.
Prepaid nationwide tickets
| Description | Maximum weight per ticket | Maximum size of parcel (height x length x thickness) | Price per ticket (RRP incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLE | 1.5kg | 130 x 235 x 70mm | $2.60 |
| C5 | 1.5kg | 165 x 235 x 70mm | $3.30 |
| C4 | 1.5kg | 260 x 325 x 70mm | $4.60 |
| FS | 1.5kg | 260 x 385 x 70mm | $5.20 |
The above dimensions and prices also apply when you use stamps or a label generated at your local PostShop.
ParcelPost Postage Included Bags
| Description | Maximum weight | Internal bag size (height x length) | Price per bag (RRP incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| C5 flat | 1.5kg | 185 x 270mm | $4.00 |
| C5 bubble | 1.5kg | 185 x 270mm | $4.50 |
| C4 flat | 1.5kg | 250 x 310mm | $5.00 |
| C4 bubble | 1.5kg | 250 x 310mm | $5.50 |
| FS | 1.5kg | 270 x 380mm | $6.00 |
There is no thickness restriction on ParcelPost Postage Included Bags.
For more details on the cost to send your parcel, use the Rate Finder.
Sending items by ParcelPost
To send your parcel by ParcelPost you need to have one of the following:
- a ParcelPost ticket, from a booklet of 20
- a ParcelPost postage included bag
- a ParcelPost label generated at your local PostShop store
- a permit impression to use with lodgement on a Statement of Posting
- the correct postage in stamps.
Lodge your parcel at your local PostShop or post it in the standard slot of a New Zealand Post street posting box or PostShop letter slot. Or to get a New Zealand Post Account talk to us today.
Compensation, high risk & prohibited items
Ensure your item is safe to send and find out if you’ll be compensated if it goes missing or gets damaged.
Compensation & prohibited items
Terms and conditions
The standard terms and conditions of the products and services offered by New Zealand Post Limited, including information on the extent of our liability, are set out in the Public Contract and the Postal Users' Guide. They are also available for reference at PostShop stores and selected New Zealand Post retail outlets.
Delivery targets
Delivery targets are a guide only and we do not guarantee your item will reach its destination within the delivery target. Delivery to and from rural or remote areas may take longer.
Required postage
The required postage is the value of postage required for New Zealand Post to carry the item. Actual price paid may vary instore. The required postage and specifications are subject to change.
Compensation, prohibited & high risk items
Before sending mail items, make sure your item is safe to send and will be covered if it goes missing or is damaged. Make sure you read about Compensation, high risk & prohibited items.
ParcelPost is a trade mark of New Zealand Post Limited.
