Send urgent parcels with International Courier1
Delivery in 2-3 business days between major metro areas.2 Only available to select destinations from select Post Offices (PDF 832kB).3
| Service | Urgent parcels Only available to select destinations |
|---|---|
| Delivery time | 2-3 business days2 View international delivery times and service updates for more information |
| Weight | Up to 20kg |
| Sizes | Small up to 500g: 220 x 353mm Medium up to 1kg: 265 x 380mm Your own packaging - check size and weight guidelines |
| Features | Tracking - including SMS and email notifications4 Signature on Delivery5 |
| Optional extras | If your item is valued over $100, we recommend you purchase Extra Cover6 |
| Required forms | |
| Posting | |
| Prices |
Packaging options
Post your item in an International Courier prepaid satchel, or use your own packaging.
Courier prepaid satchels
Purchase and post your prepaid satchel over the counter at select Post Offices only (PDF 832kB).3
Small up to 500g: 220 x 353mm
Medium up to 1kg: 265 x 380mm
Your own packaging
Use your own packaging and pay the postage over the counter at select Post Offices only (PDF 832kB).3
Calculate the cost and time to send your item
Use our online calculator to estimate the postage price and delivery time to send your parcel overseas. Choose ‘Overseas’ and enter the ‘from and to’ postcode or country, then choose ‘Parcels’. If you need more assistance, visit your local Post office and talk to our friendly team.
Service conditions apply. See the Australia Post Terms & Conditions for details.
1 Effective from 3 July 2023, International Courier articles to Ireland must include an Eircode. Articles without an Eircode will be returned to sender. For more information, please refer to our International post guide. You can visit Irish Eircode lookup to retrieve an Eircode for an Irish address.
2 Estimated delivery time between metro area of major cities, for items that are classified as low value and low risk that are pre-cleared through customs. Excludes time in customs if applicable and may be subject to delay due to causes outside of Australia Post’s control. For more information, check our International post guide and International delivery times and destination guide.
3 The cut-off time for posting may vary depending on participating Post Office location. Check cut-off times for participating Post Offices (PDF 818kB)
4 Tracking not available for all countries. For more information, check our International post guide.
5 Additional charges apply for some services. Signature on Delivery not available all countries. For more information, check our International post guide.
6 Our services generally come with up to $100 compensation included. Additional charges apply for Extra Cover. Extra Cover provides you with cover for the specified value of your item (up to $5,000 or part thereof except for Economy Air letters and Economy Air parcels, which can have a maximum cover of up to $500) if your item is lost or damaged while being carried by Australia Post. Visit optional extras for more information. Subject to the Australian Consumer Law, Australia Post does not accept liability for any consequential or indirect loss or damage arising due to any failure related to our service. Neither the compensation included with our service nor the purchase of Extra Cover limits any rights or remedies you may have under the Australian Consumer Law. Extra Cover not available all countries. Cover restrictions may vary depending on country. For more details, see our International post guide.
