Size and weight guidelines
Check the maximum size and weight limits for sending parcels and letters within Australia and overseas.
Guidelines and postage costs for parcels and letters
Check the size and weight requirements for sending a letter or parcel within Australia or overseas, and use our online calculator to estimate the postage price and delivery time to send your item.
Maximum size and weight1
| Destination | Maximum weight | Maximum length | Maximum dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Send within Australia | Maximum weight 22kg |
Maximum length 105cm |
Maximum dimensions 0.25 cubic metres |
| Send overseas | Maximum weight 20kg |
Maximum length 105cm |
Maximum dimensions 140cm girth |
How we assess postage for parcels sent within Australia
Prepaid satchels 5kg and under
Postage for prepaid satchels and mailing boxes is based on size, not weight. Choose from 4 sizes.
Flat rate packaging 5kg and under
Flat rate postage is based on size, not weight. Choose from boxes, mailing tubes, tough bags and more.
Other packaging 5kg and under
Use other packaging (yours or ours) and postage is based on the weight or cubic weight (whichever is greater2), and the destination.
Sending 5kg - 22kg
The postage for parcels 5kg – 22kg is based on the weight or cubic weight (whichever is greater2), and the destination.
How we assess postage for parcels sent overseas3
International parcels are charged according to actual weight. The maximum weight you can ship is 20kg and the maximum girth is 140c