Belt Measure/Parcel Size Calculations

Here you can calculate your parcel's belt measure and parcel size. Please enter the dimensions of your parcel into the fields below and start the calculation by use of the "OK" button.

Width (cm):
Height (cm):
Length (cm):  

Belt Measure

Parcels which are sent via GLS may not exceed a belt measure of 3 m. The belt measure is calculated as follows:

  • 2 × height + 2 × width + 1 × longest side
  • Please note:
    • max. height: 60 cm
    • max. width: 80 cm
    • max. length: 200 cm

Parcel Sizes

Parcel shop parcels are divided into five price categories, depending on their size (longest side plus shortest side):

Longest side +
shortest side
XS-Pack max. 35 cm
S-Pack max. 50 cm
M-Pack max. 65 cm
L-Pack max. 80 cm
XL-Pack to max. belt measure

Pricing information about these price categories can be found under Parcel Shop Prices.