Shipping information & Transit Times

Using parcel labels

Consignors who only send small volumes of parcels have several options when it comes to the dispatch method.

They can either bring their parcels to a GLS ParcelShop to have them labelled and sent there, or they can print the label in advance – either at home or in the office – using GLS-ONE.

Customer digitally signs for his GLS parcel from a delivery driver

Sending parcels from a GLS ParcelShop

Cash-sale parcel label: The parcel label is completed in the GLS ParcelShop. It serves as an address label and receipt for the sender and ParcelShop. All parcel label fields must be filled in with clearly legible block letters or be machine-printed. Receipt must be signed.
“ParcelShop” mini parcel label: The mini-parcel label is used in addition to the cash-sale parcel label. The printed bar code and the parcel number ensure that a parcel is uniquely identifiable, including for service-request purposes. The detachable sections of the mini-parcel label are attached to the sender’s receipt and the ParcelShop manager’s copy.
Size-category sticker: This label is used to indicate a parcel’s size (XS to XL).

Customer logs onto YourGLS while sitting at home

Online dispatch preparation

GLS-ONE parcel label: The dispatch label is printed with GLS-ONE. It includes the parcel number and size category. If a parcel is handed over in a ParcelShop, the ParcelShop ID number is added to the label and the delivery confirmation is signed. If the consignor books a collection, the driver signs for the parcel on collection.

Packaging guidelines

Proper preparation of your parcel will ensure its safe arrival at its destination. If you're not sure about how to pack your parcel, see our packaging guidelines.

Packaging guidelines

Size and weight

GLS sorts parcels in distribution centres using automated sorting systems. This allows it to deliver parcels quickly and economically. Parcels are not allowed to exceed certain dimensions so that they move smoothly on the conveyor belts. There is also an upper weight limit.

Dimension	Maximum
Height	60 centimetres
Width	80 centimetres
Length	200 centimetres
Weight (within Republic of Ireland)	30 kilograms
Weight (abroad)	30 kilograms

The combined length and girth of a parcel can be up to three meters. It is calculated as 1x longest side plus 2x height plus 2x width.

Reliable European Delivery: Transparent Rates & Proven Transit Times

Our optimized European logistics network ensures your shipments arrive safely, swiftly, and via the most cost-effective routes. Below is our comprehensive export tariff and quality-verified transit schedule, designed to give your supply chain absolute predictability. Transit times are backed by rigorous data from our Quality team, measured precisely from the first physical scan in Ireland right to the final mile destination.

Standard delivery times in days - from Ireland

Destination Country	Transit Time
United Kingdom	2 - 3 Days
Germany	3 - 4 Days
Czech Republic	3 - 5 Days
France	4 - 5 Days
Denmark	4 - 5 Days
Italy (Zone 1)	4 - 6 Days
Hungary	4 - 6 Days
Poland	4 - 6 Days
Sweden	4 - 6 Days
Slovenia	4 - 6 Days
Luxembourg	4 - 6 Days
Belgium	4 - 6 Days
Lithuania	5 - 6 Days
Latvia	5 - 6 Days
Austria	5 - 6 Days
Netherlands	5 - 6 Days
Switzerland	5 - 6 Days
Slovakia	5 - 6 Days
Finland	5 - 6 Days
Romania	4 - 5 Days
Spain (Mainland)	5 - 7 Days
Bulgaria	5 - 7 Days
Estonia	5 - 7 Days
Norway	5 - 7 Days
Italy (Zone 2)	5 - 7 Days
Portugal (Mainland)	6 - 7 Days
France - Corsica	5 - 7 Days
Spain Zone 2 / 3	5 - 7 Days
Portugal Zone 2	6 - 8 Days
Cyprus (Airfreight)	7 - 8 Days
Malta (Airfreight)	7 - 8 Days
Greece (Airfreight)	7 - 8 Days

Extra day may apply for parcels to remote areas.

Andorra, Ceuta, Cyprus, Gibraltar, Greece, Livigno, Malta, Melilla, San Marino, the town of Büsingen am Hochrhein (Postcode: D-78266) and all European islands (except Great Britain and Ireland) are excluded from EU delivery via ParcelShop or GLS-ONE.