Frank parcel online - how it works

Parcels do not necessarily have to be franked in the branch. We show you how you can frank your parcels and parcels online.

Prepare parcels online for shipping

The procedure is similar for all parcel services:

• First choose the size of the package. Depending on the provider, weight and size are primarily used for the calculation.
• Decide on a shipping method. There is usually a choice of standard and express shipping.
• Enter the address details of the sender and the recipient.
• Choose a payment method. You usually have the choice between direct debit, PayPal, credit card and instant transfer.
• Once the franking has been paid for, you can download a PDF, print it out, stick it on the parcel and hand it in at the branch.

Online franking service at DHL

DHL offers you the cheapest prices for medium and large parcels:

1. Open the DHL franking service.
2. Select the size of the package and enter the address details of the sender and recipient and click on the button "Continue for collection".
3. Select a payment method and follow the further instructions.
4. Then print out the package label.

Hermes: Small packages very cheap

Hermes is the cheapest provider, especially for very small packages.

1. Open the Hermes franking service.
2. Choose whether you want to send a package within Germany or internationally.
3. Depending on the weight and size, choose the right package class.
4. Enter the address details and click on the "Create parcel label now" button.
5. Choose a payment method and print out the package brand.

DPD and FedEx

DPD and FedEx also offer an online franking service:

• DPD Frankierservice
• FedEx Frankierservice

Tip: With the iOS app "One Track Shipment Tracking" you always know where your package is.