Question 1

How do I file a complaint if my parcel is damaged or lost, or hasn’t been delivered?

Accepted Answer

I am the recipientIf you are the recipient of the parcel, you cannot submit a complaint yourself. Fortunately, most senders have set up fixed arrangements with bpost in case their parcels get lost or damaged. Please get in touch with the sender for the best solution for your order (e.g. have your order reshipped or receive a refund).If you have received a damaged parcel from Belgium, please contact the sender within 7 days and provide him with photos of the damaged packaging and/or contents.If you have received a damaged parcel from abroad, please contact bpost (02 278 51 26) + the sender within 7 days and provide him with photos of the damaged packaging and/or contents.I am the senderIf you are the sender of the parcel, it is best to contact our customer service via our online form. This way you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file. In case of damage, your complaint must be submitted to us within 7 calendar days.

Question 2

What happens if my parcel is not delivered?

Accepted Answer

If your parcel was not delivered, check the status of your shipment via Track &amp; Trace or the My bpost app first.If it's not clear where your package has gone and it doesn't move for several workdays (at least 5 workdays for shipments to a neighbouring country, at least 10 workdays for the United Kingdom and all other countries), then you can request an investigation. It is best to contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This is the quickest way to start an investigation.Only the sender can ask to open a dossier with us. If you are the recipient, please contact your sender.

Question 3

How can I submit a complaint in the event of loss, damage or non-delivery of my parcel?

Accepted Answer

You can only submit a complaint to bpost as the sender of the parcel, not as the recipient. Fortunately, most senders have fixed arrangements for lost and damaged parcels.If you are the recipient, please contact the sender to determine the best solution for your order (e.g. ship your order again or receive a refund).If you received a damaged parcel, please contact the sender within 7 days of receipt and send photos of the damaged packaging and contents.Please also contact the sender in the following cases so they can start an investigation:If the status of your parcel sent within Belgium has not changed for several consecutive workdays.If the status of your parcel to or from a neighbouring country has not changed for at least 5 workdays.If your parcel to or from another country has not changed for at least 10 workdays.If you are the sender, start an investigation into your parcel using the online form below. In case of damage, your complaint must be submitted to bpost within 7 calendar days.

Question 4

What does bpost do if my parcel is lost, damaged or stolen?

Accepted Answer

Most senders have permanent agreements with bpost regarding lost and damaged parcels. Only you, the sender, can ask to open a dossier for a lost or damaged parcel because you paid bpost for the shipment.Contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This is the quickest way to start an investigation.In case of damage, your complaint must be submitted to us within 7 calendar days.If the status of your Track &amp; Trace remains unchanged for several workdays (at least 5 workdays for shipments to a neighbouring country, at least 10 workdays for the United Kingdom and all other countries), then the sender can also request an investigation.If you are the recipient, please contact your sender.

Question 5

My parcel has been in transit for longer than expected. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

If the status of your parcel does not change for several workdays, something probably went wrong. Please be aware that unforeseen circumstances may cause the delivery of your parcel to be delayed. Please contact the sender in the following cases:If the status of your parcel sent within Belgium has not changed for several consecutive workdays.If the status of your parcel to or from a neighbouring country has not changed for at least 5 workdays.If your parcel to or from another country has not changed for at least 10 workdays.Why do I have to contact the sender?Only the sender of your parcel can submit a complaint about a parcel that is not delivered. The sender will look for a solution together with bpost.If you are the sender, please contact our customer service via our online form. This way you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file.

Question 6

Who should I contact if something went wrong with my parcel in a foreign country?

Accepted Answer

Check the status of your parcel with Track &amp; Trace. If the status of your parcel does not change, there may be different causes:Your parcel is delayed.Our foreign colleagues cannot give Track &amp; Trace information about your parcel.If the status of your Track &amp; Trace remains unchanged for several workdays (at least 5 workdays for shipments to a neighbouring country, at least 10 workdays for the United Kingdom and all other countries), contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. We will start an investigation in the relevant country.Only the sender can ask to open a dossier with us. If you are the recipient, please contact your sender.

Question 7

Track & Trace says that my parcel was delivered, but my addressee says he/she didn't get it. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Ask the addressee if he/she looked in their letterbox or whether someone else has accepted the parcel.Ask the addressee whether the parcel was delivered to the neighbours or in a safe place, whether or not in accordance with his/her delivery preferences. If the addressee cannot find the parcel, please contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file.Only you, as a sender, can open a file for this purpose.

Question 8

I am not receiving new updates via Track & Trace, is that normal?

Accepted Answer

If the status of your parcel does not change in Track &amp; Trace, there may be different causes:Your parcel is delayed.Our foreign colleagues cannot give Track &amp; Trace information about your parcel.If the status of your parcel remains unchanged for several workdays (at least 5 workdays for shipments to a neighbouring country, at least 10 workdays for the United Kingdom and all other countries), and the addressee has not received anything, contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This is the quickest way to start an investigation.Only the sender can ask to open a dossier with bpost. If you are the recipient, please contact your sender.

Question 9

Should I report the theft of my parcel to the police?

Accepted Answer

Before going to the police to report the theft of your parcel, check the status of your shipment in Track &amp; Trace. If your parcel does not arrive, you can submit a complaint as the sender of the parcel, not as the addressee.&nbsp;Only the sender can file a complaint for a lost parcel because the sender pays bpost for the shipment. You can do this via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way, you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file.Only the sender can open a file for this purpose. If you are the addressee, please contact the sender.

Question 10

How do I know for sure that my parcel is lost?

Accepted Answer

If the status in Track &amp; Trace remains unchanged for several workdays (at least 5 workdays for shipments to a neighbouring country, at least 10 workdays for the United Kingdom and all other countries), or your parcel has the status ‘delivered’ but the addressee cannot find it, then something probably went wrong.To start an investigation, please contact the customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way, we have all the information we need to get started quickly.Only the sender can ask to open a dossier with us. If you are the recipient, please contact your sender.

Question 11

How can I submit a complaint if my parcel for a foreign address is damaged or lost?

Accepted Answer

Most senders have permanent agreements with bpost regarding lost and damaged parcels. Only you, the sender, can ask to open a dossier for a lost or damaged parcel because you paid bpost for the shipment.Contact us via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way you can immediately provide us with all the necessary information and documents to process your dossier.In case of damage, your complaint must be submitted to bpost within 7 calendar days.In case of loss abroad, we will start an investigation if your parcel does not receive a status change after:at least 5 workdays for shipments to a neighbouring countryat least 10 workdays for the United Kingdom and all other countries

Question 12

How is my addressee and/or myself compensated if my parcel is damaged or lost?

Accepted Answer

Because you are the sender, you must submit the compensation request. The compensation depends on the type of shipment:Standard: the shipping costs are reimbursed according to CMR conventions.Guaranteed option with sign for receipt: compensation up to €500 for goods and €15 for documents.To submit a claim for compensation, please contact our customer service, preferably via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way, you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file. In case of damage, the complaint must be submitted within 7 calendar days.

Question 13

What happens if the addressee has moved house?

Accepted Answer

bpost delivers the parcel based on the stated address. If your addressee no longer lives there, we register that the address is not correct or that the addressee no longer lives there. bpost sends the parcel back to you.If you think that your parcel was wrongfully sent back to you, you can report this via the online form at the bottom of this page.

Question 14

How do I get my money if my parcel is lost or damaged during shipment with payment upon delivery?

Accepted Answer

For a parcel with the 'payment on delivery' option, you benefit from a guarantee consisting of a contribution up to 500 euro for goods and 15 euro for documents.If you would like to apply for a compensation, it is best to contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way, you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file. In case of damage, the complaint must be submitted within 7 calendar days.

Question 15

My addressee refused the parcel. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

If the addressee refuses the parcel, it will be sent back to you.

Question 16

I purchased a guarantee for my parcel. When will I be refunded in the event of damage or loss?

Accepted Answer

That depends from case to case. If your parcel is lost or damaged and you would like to file a claim for a compensation, it is best to contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way, you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file. In case of damage, the complaint must be submitted within 7 calendar days.

Question 17

How do I prove the value of the object that I send?

Accepted Answer

You can prove the value of the contents of your parcel with an invoice or other document that confirms the value.&nbsp;More information can be found in the overview of valid documents for claiming compensation.

Question 18

Which compensation will I receive if my parcel is stolen, lost or damaged?

Accepted Answer

If your parcel gets lost or is damaged, then the compensation depends on the chosen option:Light parcels (up to 2 kg) without option 'declared value': no compensationLight parcels (up to 2 kg) with option 'declared value': you are compensated in accordance with the amount of the declared value.Parcels up to 30 kg: you receive compensation for the actual damage. That compensation is maximum 40 SDR per parcel. SDR stands for special drawing rights, a unit for international exchanges. 1 SDR = 1.2454 eur. Added to that amount are postage fees and 4.5 SDR per kg.If you would like to apply for a compensation, it is best to contact our customer service via the online form at the bottom of this page. This way, you can immediately provide all the necessary information and documents to process your file. In case of damage, the complaint must be submitted within 7 calendar days.

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