UK Parcel Size Guide
Maximum dimensions and weight limits for every major UK courier. Getting your parcel size right avoids surcharges and rejected shipments.
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Size Limits by Courier
Royal Mail
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Parcel | 61cm | 46cm | 46cm | 2kg |
| Medium Parcel | 61cm | 46cm | 46cm | 20kg |
Small Parcel rates are much cheaper. If your item fits within the limits, always choose Small Parcel. Length + width + height must not exceed 90cm for Small Parcel.
Evri
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 120cm | — | — | 15kg |
Evri uses combined measurement: Length + 2×(Width + Height) must not exceed 245cm. No single dimension over 120cm. Minimum size 15cm × 11cm.
DPD
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 150cm | — | — | 30kg |
Combined girth (L + 2×(W+H)) must not exceed 300cm. DPD is one of the most generous on size limits.
Yodel
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 150cm | — | — | 15kg |
Maximum 150cm on the longest side. 15kg weight limit across all services.
UPS
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 150cm | — | — | 30kg |
No single dimension over 150cm. Over 70kg requires UPS Freight. Large Package surcharge applies if length + girth exceeds 300cm.
FedEx
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 150cm | — | — | 30kg |
Oversize surcharges apply for parcels over 120cm on any side. Non-standard packaging may incur additional fees.
Parcelforce
| Tier | Max Length | Max Width | Max Height | Max Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 150cm | 75cm | 75cm | 30kg |
Combined length and girth must not exceed 300cm. Parcels over 25kg may require extra handling.
How to Measure Your Parcel
- Length — The longest side of the parcel, measured in centimetres.
- Width — The second longest side.
- Height — The shortest side (depth).
- Weight — Weigh the parcel packed and sealed, including all packaging materials. Round up to the nearest 100g.
- Girth — Calculated as 2 × (Width + Height) + Length. Some couriers use this combined measurement instead of individual dimensions.