Carrier profile

GLS — international parcel carrier

Everything about GLS: weight limits, strengths, weaknesses, countries covered, how to book and what it costs.

Martin Dvorak · Editor & international shipping specialist · update Verified 11/04/2026

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GLS — international parcel carrier

schedule Updated 11/04/2026

Summary

GLS is a carrier carrier with eu coverage. Weight limit is 40 kg, maximum dimensions 200×80×60 cm. Has 1,200 pickup points.

Type: carrier
Coverage: eu
Max weight: 40 kg
Max dimensions: 200×80×60 cm
B2C: Yes
B2B: Yes
Pickup points: 1,200
Home country: NL

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Strengths

add Dense EU-wide network
add ParcelShop collection points across Europe
add Competitive EU pricing

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Weaknesses

remove Limited coverage outside the EU
remove Less prominent brand outside Central Europe

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Indicative information — verify at source

Weight limits, prices, country availability and conditions change over time. Values on this page are indicative — they help you choose the right carrier, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current conditions directly on the carrier's website.

Last revised

event 2026-04-11

Official sources

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Where you can send

GLS — destinations

Detailed pricing, delivery times and limits for GLS to specific countries.

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Germany