UPS pick-up points—officially known as UPS access points—are convenient local locations like shops and kiosks where you can drop off or collect parcels. When you ship through ParcelParcel, you can choose to use these Access Points or enjoy an even easier option: free parcel pick-up from your home or office.
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ParcelParcel gives you access to the flexibility of UPS while also letting you compare with other top carriers. So whether you prefer drop-off or doorstep collection, you’re always in control—on your terms.? UPS pick-up points, officially called UPS Access Points, are trusted partner locations—like local shops, kiosks, and convenience stores—where you can:
Drop off pre-labeled parcels for shipping
Pick up packages sent to that location
Return online orders quickly and easily
With thousands of Access Points across Europe and worldwide, UPS makes sending and receiving parcels more convenient. And when you book through ParcelParcel, you unlock even more benefits.
Benefit | Description |
Convenient locations | Found in shops, gas stations, and grocery stores |
Flexible hours | Many open early, close late, or operate on weekends |
No more missed deliveries | Pick up when it suits you—on your time |
Easy drop-offs | Book with ParcelParcel, print your label, drop it off |
More destinations | UPS covers dozens of countries, but ParcelParcel connects you with 250+ worldwide |
Tip: While pick-up points offer flexibility, ParcelParcel always includes free home pickup—often the most convenient option.
Book your shipment through ParcelParcel.
Choose to drop off at or deliver to a UPS Access Point.
Print your label at home.
Drop off or collect your parcel at your chosen location.
Note: You’ll receive tracking info and collection notifications by email or SMS.
Country | Estimated Locations |
Netherlands | 1,000+ |
Belgium | 900+ |
Germany | 14,000+ |
France | 7,000+ |
Thanks to ParcelParcel, you can access all of these—plus shipping to 250+ countries worldwide using the best carrier for your needs.
Shipping internationally can be complex—especially when customs paperwork is involved. That’s where ParcelParcel comes in. We simplify the process by offering personalized advice, help with customs documentation, and the ability to compare the best carriers and services all in one place.
Our customers consistently rate us 4.7 out of 5 on Trustpilot, showing our ongoing commitment to service and satisfaction.
Want to make it even easier? Use discount code PP10 to get 10% off your first shipment.
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We’re here to assist you with bookings, questions, or finding the right Access Point:
Call us:
Netherlands: 085 877 16 56
Belgium: 038 087 099
Live Chat with a ParcelParcel shipping expert
Email us: [email protected]
Absolutely. Choose a UPS Access Point as your delivery address during booking.
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Packages are usually held for 7 calendar days before being returned to sender.
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A valid ID and your UPS collection code or notification.
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Yes, with your ID and authorization.
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You can instantly check the shipping costs through our rate calculator. Enter the weight, dimensions, and destination country of your shipment, and you will see all available shipping options along with their respective delivery times. The calculator can be used to compare shipping rates for both export and import shipments.
If you need help calculating a shipping rate, watch the video below. Click on the 
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Shipping costs are calculated based on dimensions (LxWxH in cm), weight (in kg), and the destination country. Both the actual weight (as shown on the scale) and the volumetric weight are considered.
The volumetric weight is the weight calculated based on the space your shipment occupies in the plane. The higher of the two weights (volumetric or actual weight) is used to calculate the shipping rate. You don't need to calculate this yourself; our calculator does it for you.
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You can use the discount code PP10 for 10% discount on the transportation costs of your first shipment. You can apply the discount code during the checkout process (instructions).
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Whether additional costs apply depends on whether your shipment stays within the European Union or is sent to/from a country outside the European Union. Below, you can see the additional costs for each situation.
Within the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to Italy (within the EU), there will be an additional 21% VAT on the shipping costs.
Furthermore, if your shipment stays within the European Union, you won't have to deal with any import duties or customs clearance fees because your shipment doesn't go through customs. Please note that the European Union is not the same as Europe.
View here all the countries that are part of the European Union. For example, Switzerland is part of Europe but not part of the European Union.
Outside the European Union
If, for example, you send a shipment from the Netherlands to the United States, there will be no VAT (0%) applied to the displayed shipping rates.
However, there might be import duties levied by customs in the destination country if you send a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union. Typically, customs costs are charged to the recipient. This is known as Delivered At Place (DAP) in logistics terminology.
Customs is a government agency that levies import duties in certain cases to protect the local market. As a company, you can also ship using Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), which means any customs costs will be charged to you as the sender.
If you have any questions about this topic, feel free to contact us. Additionally, you can read everything about import duties, VAT, and the customs clearance process in this blog.
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A customs invoice is a form where all the goods you want to ship are specified. This invoice includes an English description of the goods, along with their corresponding value and weight.
The contents of your shipment must be specified per type of product you're sending to avoid delays at customs. A customs invoice is always prepared in quadruplicate in accordance with customs guidelines.
When is a customs invoice required?
A customs invoice is only required for shipments to/from countries outside the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - United States). If your shipment stays within the European Union (e.g., Netherlands - Italy), your shipment will not go through customs, and therefore, a customs invoice is not required.
Additionally, document shipments are not subject to customs, so if you're sending a document to a country within/outside the European Union, no customs invoice is needed.
Please note that not all goods can be shipped to every country. You can find a list of goods that cannot be sent via ParcelParcel on this page.
Do I need to create a customs invoice myself?
If you're sending a shipment to/from a country outside the European Union, it's mandatory to include a customs invoice with the shipment. We provide free support in creating a customs invoice.
You can easily generate a customs invoice through our shipping platform. The customs invoice will be automatically generated based on the content you specified during your booking.
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You can import just as easily as export via ParcelParcel.
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You can find a list of goods that cannot be shipped via ParcelParcel on this page.
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