ParcelPost Fast
Speed and value when sending small parcels to a street, rural, New Zealand Post PO Box or Private Bag address within New Zealand.
ParcelPost Fast has a next working day delivery target between major towns and cities.
Find out about postage when sending parcels from Kapiti or Marlborough.
The required postage to send items by ParcelPost Fast is based on the size and weight of your parcel and your choice of bag.
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 | $3.30 |
| C5 | 1.5kg | 165 x 235 x 70mm | $4.00 |
| C4 | 1.5kg | 260 x 325 x 70mm | $5.30 |
| FS | 1.5kg | 260 x 385 x 70mm | $5.90 |
ParcelPost Fast Postage Included Bags
The above dimensions and prices also apply when you pay by stamps or when you use a label generated by your local PostShop.
| Description | Maximum weight | Internal bag size (height x length) | Price per bag (RRP incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| C5 flat | 1.5kg | 185 x 270mm | $4.50 |
| C5 bubble | 1.5kg | 185 x 270mm | $5.00 |
| C4 flat | 1.5kg | 250 x 310mm | $5.50 |
| C4 bubble | 1.5kg | 250 x 310mm | $6.00 |
There is no thickness restriction on ParcelPost Fast Postage Included Bags.
For more details on the cost to send your parcel, use the Rate Finder.
Sending mail by ParcelPost Fast
To send a parcel with ParcelPost Fast you need to have one of the following:
- a ParcelPost ticket from a booklet of 20, as well as a fast upgrade ticket
- a ParcelPost Fast postage included bag
- a ParcelPost Fast 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 FastPost 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 and ParcelPost Fast are trade marks of New Zealand Post Limited.


