GLS driver delivering a parcel

How does a standard parcel delivery work?

A parcel is delivered to you or another member of your household. You sign for acceptance on the hand scanner of the driver.

GLS courier delivers parcel in the snow

What if no one's present for the delivery?

A parcel is delivered to you or another member of your household. You sign for acceptance on the hand scanner of the driver.

GLS courier with a parcel in front of the consignee's house

GLS left me a notification card

On the notification card you'll find the track ID. Use this number or the parcel number to track your parcel online.

GLS courier delivers parcel to couple at home

Second time around

GLS might undertake a second delivery attempt if the first one was unsuccessful.

GLS Courier delivers a slim parcel to office building mailbox

Signature release authorisation

Allow us to deliver your parcel at an agreed location, even when you’re not at home, e.g. in your garage or on your patio.

GLS Headquarters

Revoke a release authorisation

You can revoke a release authorisation at any time by sending an informal letter containing your signature to your GLS depot.

GLS vans parked at depot during sunset
 

Delivery and transport times

GLS delivers on working days. The delivery time of 24h is not guaranteed though, as traffic holdups can lead to delays.