ECONOMY

Most cost-effective option for parcels, letters & documents

3-13 working day delivery with tracking and signature on delivery as add-ons.

ECONOMY

Most cost-effective option for parcels, letters & documents

3-13 working day delivery with tracking and signature on delivery as add-ons.

Send up to 2 kg
(Add-on available up to 20 kg)

Cover up to $250 NZD
(Additional cover available)

Send to 220 destinations

Courier pickup available for parcels

Add ons

Tracked

Add tracking for visibility

Send up to 2 kg

Optional Additional Cover up to $500 available

Tracking

No signature

Plus

Send over 2 kg & extra cover

Send items up to 20 kg

Cover up to $250 NZD, additional compensation cover is available

Tracking

No signature

Bulk

For sending parcels in bulk

Send up to 2 kg

Cover up to $250 NZD for parcels

Semi-tracking

No signature

Pricing for letters

Size Max weight Australia and South Pacific Rest of the world
Aerogrammes and postcards
130mm x
235mm
10g $3.30 $3.30
Medium
130mm x 235mm
x 5mm
100g $3.30 $4.00
Large
165mm x 235mm
x 10mm
200g $4.00 $4.60
Oversize
260mm x 385mm
x 10mm
200g $5.30 $6.90

All prices include GST and may vary in store. Items larger than 260mm x 385mm, thicker than 10mm or heavier than 200g are classified as parcels.

The pricing for parcels sent via Economy international services depends on the destination, weight and size of the item. The pricing for sending via Economy international services is charged by the actual weight and the chargeable weight is rounded up to the next 50g.

Pricing charged in-store may vary. 

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Economy Bulk and Economy Tracked 

Parcels
Maximum length + width + depth per item  Maximum length of any side per item  Minimum dimensions per item  Minimum chargeable weight per item  Maximum weight per item 
900mm 600mm 105 x 148mm

200g for Economy
100g for others

2kg

 

Rolls and tubes
Maximum length + (diameter x 2) per item  Maximum length per item  Minimum chargeable weight per item  Maximum weight per item 
1,040mm 900mm 200g for Economy
100g for others
2kg

 

 

Economy Plus

Max length + girth Max. Length of any side  Min chargeable weight  Maximum weight 
2m 1.05m 2kgs 20kgs

 

 

 


Letters

You have the flexibility of three envelope size options, up to a maximum weight of 200g. 

Size  Max weight 
Aerogrammes and postcards
130mm x 235mm
10g
Medium
130mm x 235 x 5mm
100g
Large
165mm x 235mm x 10mm
200g
Oversize
260mm x 385mm x 10mm
200g

The below information is for sending internationally. 

Customs

  • • All parcels sent internationally require a Customs declaration. The information contained within the declaration may be electronically transmitted to the destination postal administration and national government agencies (such as Customs) in advance of arrival for fiscal, risk, security and border clearance purposes, in line with national and international legislation. Learn more about Electronic Advance Data (EAD).  
  • • Use one of the NZ Post electronic lodgement tools (such as eShip, Business Self Service or APIs) to create the shipping labels to complete the Customs documentation; or use a green Customs declaration form (CN 22/ OS008A) for Economy, Economy Bulk services and a red business consignment note (OS007) for Economy Plus service. Note that some services only accepts labels created via NZ Post electronic lodgement tools.

More about customs documentation

Export invoices and export entries 

  • A copy of the commercial invoice or an Export Invoice (NCPI025) (PDF - 49KB), if your parcel is being sent as part of a commercial transaction. 
  • A completed Export Entry (for items valued over NZ$1,000). NZ Post can complete this on your behalf for an additional cost. 

More about export invoices

More about export entries

Attaching documents to parcels 

If you have documentation, such as shipping labels (including electronic labels and manual consignment notes, invoices, or other certificates) that are not adhesive, you will need to put them into a clear plastic pouch and attach it securely to your parcel. Please ensure the shipping label is facing out. You can get clear pouches at NZ Post retail outlets or at our online shop

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 

For the purposes of delivery targets, the day in which the item is accepted by us is day zero. If you post an item, or hand it over the counter in a New Zealand Post retail outlet after that day’s final clearance, or on Saturday or Sunday, day zero will be the next working day.

You can expect that items will usually arrive at their destination within the delivery target specified. Because New Zealand Post does not directly control all parts of the delivery chain, we cannot guarantee that your item will always reach its destination within the delivery target. Delivery to areas outside major cities, or where your item is dutiable or held in Customs, may take longer. For information on our delivery targets for international destinations, view our guide to World Zones.

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.

Cover for loss or damage, prohibited & restricted 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 cover for loss or damage and prohibited & restricted items.

See our full terms and conditions

Trademarks and notes 
International Air is a trade mark of New Zealand Post Limited.