Parcel size guide

  • Guide to measuring parcel size and weight
  • How to measure parcel size
  • They can weigh up to 10 kilograms (that’s roughly half your airline baggage allowance weight)

    Restrictions

    Size and weight limits

    You can send packages measuring up to:
    60cm x 50cm x 50cm and 10kg

    Please remember that if your parcel is not within the maximum weight of the label that you have purchased we reserve the right to charge you the difference between the rate paid and the higer rate and your parcel may not be delivered until the additional charge is paid.

    Weight limits

    Follow our handy guide to ensure your parcels arrive in the best possible condition click

    We can carry parcels up to 10kg in these 3 categories:

    Packaging requirements

    Please use these following 8 steps to ensure your parcel is packaged properly.

    Prohibited items

    There are a number of items that cannot be sent by Yodel.

    The following items cannot be sent by Yodel:

    Find our more about prohibited items

    Delivery timeframes

    If you are sending items to or from non-mainland addresses, please allow up to an additional 5 working days for the delivery of your parcel.

    See our useful Packaging guide on best practise parcel packaging.

    Guide to measuring parcel size and weight

    Sometimes, the size of your parcel is not immediately obvious. It's important to get the right dimensions to make sure it's suitable for us to return.

    Using household items as a comparison can come in useful when you don't have a tape measure on hand, so let's take a look at some of the things you can use to help you estimate your parcel's measurements.

    How to measure parcel size

    To create a Return to Yodel Store your parcel will need to fit within our maximum dimensions of 60cm x 50cm x 50cm.

    Unfortunately, we're unable to take very long parcels as our network uses a conveyer belt system and large parcels for example: golf clubs, fishing rods, upright vacuum cleaners may get stuck - possibly damaging your item and other package

    Below, we've collected the dimensions of some of the most common household items. You can use them to help you estimate the size of your parcel, and double check it's within our limits.

    Item

    Size

    A4 paper (L x W) 30cm x 21cm
    Shoe box (L x W) 30cm x 18cm
    DVD case (L x W) 19cm x 13.5cm
    12-inch MacBook (L x W) 28.1 cm x 19.7cm
    Pillow case (L x W) 75cm x 50cm
    Floor to seat of dining chair (H) 45cm