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Shipping

All-in-one API for shippings

The Shipping API combines the functionality of the Labelling, Confirming, Barcode and Easy Return API’s. As of now you have an all-in-one API covering these functionalities, hence it is easier to implement the PostNL Shipping Services and overhead is reduced in requesting these services.

Why use the shipping API

  • Generate shipping labels

    To produce labels for domestic use (in The Netherlands and Belgium) as well as for Parcels EU and Parcels Non-EU (worldwide).

  • Integrate in your own infrastructure

    You can integrate this service in your IT infrastructure immediately after completed transactions in your checkout.

  • Confirming parcels

    To create a label and the confirmation (optional) toward PostNL and match the receiver and label.

Get started

View all the necessary information for implementing this API

Documentation

View our exhaustive documentation.

Postman

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Github

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Sandbox

Test your integration by copying the endpoint.

Integrate new version

We are renewing and improving our API portfolio.

The new API versions will replace the older ones, improving performance and making integration simpler and more scalable. We are also making them safer and more stable with predictable updates. This way, you can enjoy our latest products and services worry-free, today and in the future.

The new APIs will be rolled out in phases, starting with the new Shipment V4 and Return V4 API. Right now, this API is available only to a selected group of PostNL customers. If you haven’t received an invite yet, you’re not eligible just yet — but don’t worry. As we continue to add new features and improve the experience, more customers will be invited to join. Thanks for bearing with us – we’re excited to rollout the API to a broader audience soon!

You can already start exploring the product, functionalities, and see which ones fit your needs.

Guidelines

Learn more about the Shipping API guidelines.