Where Can I Drop Off Evri Parcels?

You can drop off Evri parcels at an Evri ParcelShop, an Evri Locker or a participating Post Office branch. You can also arrange a courier collection from your home or workplace when travelling to a drop-off point is inconvenient.

The best choice depends on whether you are sending, returning or collecting a parcel, whether you have printed a label and which services are available at the location.

Because opening hours, label printers and accepted services vary, check the location details before setting out.

Evri Drop-Off Options at a Glance

Drop-Off Option	Best For	Label Support	Availability
Evri ParcelShop	Staff-assisted sending and returns	Home-printed labels or printing at many shops	Usually extended local shop hours
Evri Locker	Quick, self-service drop-offs	Pre-printed labels or printing at compatible lockers	Selected locations offer 24/7 access
Participating Post Office	Counter service while completing other errands	Prepaid labels and printing at selected branches	Individual branch hours apply
Courier collection	Sending or returning from home or work	Requirements depend on the booking	Collection must be arranged in advance

ParcelShops are generally the most flexible option when you need help, while lockers suit contact-free drop-offs outside ordinary shop hours.

How Do You Find the Nearest Evri Drop-Off Point?

Use the official parcel location finder and search by postcode, town or area. Results can be viewed on a map or in a list, helping you compare nearby ParcelShops and lockers.

Before travelling, open the location details and check:

1. Whether it is a ParcelShop, locker or participating Post Office.
2. Its current opening or access hours.
3. Whether it supports parcel sending, returns or collection.
4. Whether label printing is available.
5. Whether your booking or retailer code is accepted.
6. Whether the site has suitable access, parking or public transport.

Some lockers are available around the clock, but others may sit inside a shopping centre, supermarket or gated site with restricted access.

ParcelShop and Post Office opening times can also change on Sundays and bank holidays, so checking the individual listing helps prevent a wasted journey.

Can You Drop Off an Evri Parcel at a ParcelShop?

Yes. ParcelShops are local businesses where you can send, collect and return eligible parcels. More than 9,000 businesses operate as ParcelShops across the UK, and most have a self-service Print In ParcelShop device.

The official ParcelShop service details explain that these locations are often found inside convenience stores, newsagents and supermarkets. Their longer opening hours can make them useful when a traditional counter service is closed.

How an Evri ParcelShop Drop-Off Works?

Package your item securely before booking the delivery or starting the retailer’s returns process. You can print the label at home or choose a QR or authorisation code when printing in-store is supported.

At the shop, scan your code at the printing device if necessary, attach the label securely and hand the parcel to a member of staff. Wait until it has been scanned and accepted before leaving.

ParcelShops now provide digital rather than paper drop-off receipts. You should supply the correct email address so that your proof of postage, tracking details and support information reach your inbox.

When Should You Choose a ParcelShop?

A ParcelShop is usually the strongest choice when you want staff assistance, need to print a label or are handling several parcels. It may also be more suitable when your parcel will not fit into a locker compartment.

Most locations support sending and returns, while some retailers also offer ParcelShop collection at checkout. Always check your booking because the services available can differ between individual shops.

Can You Drop Off an Evri Parcel at a Locker?

Yes, provided you use a compatible Evri Locker and the parcel meets the requirements of your selected service. Many lockers provide 24/7 access, making them useful for early-morning, evening and contact-free drop-offs.

How to Use a Locker:

• Book your parcel online or through the app and select Locker as the drop-off method.
• Print the label at home or scan the supplied QR code at a locker that supports on-site printing.
• Attach the label firmly without covering its barcode.
• Scan the barcode or enter the 16-digit number when prompted.
• Select a larger compartment if the first door is too small.
• Place only one parcel in the compartment and close the door securely.
• Keep the booking and drop-off confirmation.

For many lockers offering Next Day delivery, the parcel must be dropped off by noon. Separate parcels require separate bookings, labels and compartments.

Do not take Evri parcels to an InPost Locker. That network stopped accepting Evri parcels from 1 March 2025, so you must use an Evri-compatible location instead.

Can You Drop Off Evri Parcels at the Post Office?

Yes, but only participating Post Office branches accept them. The official guidance states: “Only participating Post Office branches accept Evri parcels.”

Some participating branches accept prepaid parcels and retailer returns, while selected locations can print labels.

At certain Post Office ParcelShops, you can also bring a wrapped parcel to the counter, provide the delivery details, choose a service and pay in-store.

Post Office Service Differences

Branch Service	What You Can Do	What to Confirm
Prepaid drop-off	Leave a parcel booked and paid for online	The branch participates in the service
Retailer return	Hand over an eligible return	The retailer permits this return method
Label printing	Print a label at selected branches	The branch supports your code type
In-store booking	Book, pay and print at the counter	The service is offered at that location

Bring the correct label, QR code or booking information and retain the receipt or acceptance confirmation. Do not assume that every branch offers the same service simply because it handles parcels from other carriers.

Do You Need to Print a Label Before Dropping Off an Evri Parcel?

Not always. You may print at home, use a Print In ParcelShop device or print at a compatible locker or participating Post Office branch, depending on the booking.

Your Evri Label Options

A home-printed label is the simplest option when you have a working printer. Print it clearly, attach it to a flat surface and remove or cover old delivery labels.

For a printer-free ParcelShop booking, select the appropriate printing option during checkout. You will normally receive a QR code or short authorisation code to use at the in-store device.

Many Evri Lockers can also print labels after you scan the booking QR code. However, printing availability and return instructions can vary, so confirm what your specific booking requires.

Can You Send an Evri Parcel Without Owning a Printer?

Yes. Most ParcelShops have a Print In ParcelShop device, allowing you to book online and print the label in-store. The service is self-service, although shop staff may be available when assistance is needed.

Printer-free does not mean that every code works everywhere. A ParcelShop code may not work at a locker, and a retailer may require you to use a particular return location.

Checks Before Using a QR Code

Save the original code on your phone, increase the screen brightness and ensure the image is not blurred or cropped. Taking a screenshot can be useful when mobile reception is poor, provided the full code remains clear.

Also check that the code belongs to Evri and has not expired. If it will not scan at a Print In ParcelShop device, you may be able to enter the six-character authorisation code manually.

How Are Evri Returns Different From Standard Parcel Drop-Offs?

A standard parcel booking usually requires you to enter the recipient’s address, measure and weigh the parcel, choose a delivery service and pay the postage. You then receive a label or code and select an eligible drop-off point.

A retailer return normally begins through the retailer’s website, app or returns portal. The retailer decides whether the return is free, which carrier can be used and whether you may choose a ParcelShop, locker or courier collection.

Returning a Parcel Usually Involves:

• Find the retailer in the returns portal or follow the instructions supplied with your order.
• Enter your order reference, email address and reason for returning the item.
• Choose from the return methods offered by that retailer.
• Print the label or use the supplied QR or authorisation code.
• Drop off the parcel or arrange collection.
• Keep tracking and proof of postage until the refund is complete.

The official parcel return guidance says that eligible free returns may be completed at a Print In ParcelShop device without booking online first. Paid returns normally require you to enter the details online before using the emailed code.

Locker-return instructions may require a home-printed label even though some lockers can print labels for ordinary send bookings. Follow the instructions issued for your individual return rather than assuming the processes are identical.

What Should You Check Before Leaving an Evri Parcel?

Make sure your parcel has been accepted, scanned and linked to the correct tracking number. Leaving it beside a locker or on a shop counter without confirmation may make it harder to establish when responsibility for the parcel changed.

Proof of Postage and Tracking

ParcelShop drop-offs use digital receipts. Official guidance warns:

“If you choose not to share your email, you won’t receive a receipt or tracking.”

Check that the email arrives before leaving where practical. Keep the receipt, parcel number and tracking link until delivery is confirmed or the retailer has completed your refund.

Photographing the labelled parcel can provide an additional record, particularly when you are sending multiple orders. Make sure each photograph clearly shows the relevant barcode without exposing customer details unnecessarily.

What If the Code Will Not Scan or the Locker Is Full?

Increase your phone’s screen brightness, clean the display and open the original code rather than a compressed copy.

Hold the phone steadily and try entering the barcode or authorisation number manually where the equipment permits it.

If the first locker compartment is too small, select “change box size” and choose a larger available compartment. When the parcel will not fit into the largest compartment, take it to a ParcelShop or participating Post Office instead.

If the locker is full or unavailable, search for another compatible location. Never leave the parcel outside the locker or take it to a different carrier’s network unless your booking explicitly authorises that option.

Conclusion

The best location depends on when you are travelling, whether you need a printer and how your parcel was booked.

Choose a ParcelShop for staff assistance and widely available label printing, an Evri Locker for flexible self-service access or a participating Post Office for counter service.

Before leaving home, package the parcel securely, check its size and weight, and follow the label or return instructions.

Confirm the location’s services and opening times, then keep proof of postage until the parcel has been delivered or your return has been refunded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Someone Else Drop Off My Evri Parcel for Me?

Another person can normally drop it off when the parcel is securely packaged and they have the correct label, QR code or barcode. Make sure they know which location type the booking requires.

How Long Is an Evri Drop-Off Code Valid?

Code validity can depend on the booking or retailer return process. Check the confirmation email and complete the drop-off before any stated expiry date.

Can I Drop Off Several Evri Parcels in One Visit?

Most ParcelShops, lockers and participating Post Office branches accept multiple parcels during one visit. Each parcel must have its own correct label, and locker parcels need separate compartments.

What Is the Latest Drop-Off Time for Next Day Delivery?

The cut-off depends on the selected service and location. Many eligible lockers require Next Day parcels to be deposited by 12pm, but your booking confirmation should take priority.

Can I Change My Evri Drop-Off Location After Booking?

Another compatible location may accept the parcel when the service and code are not location-specific. Retailer returns and locker bookings can have restrictions, so check the booking instructions first.

What Happens if My Parcel Is Too Large or Heavy?

A shop may refuse an oversized parcel, and a locker may not have a suitable compartment. Measure and weigh the packaged item before booking, then choose a staffed location when it exceeds the available locker sizes.

Do I Need ID to Drop Off an Evri Parcel?

Identification is not normally required for an ordinary prepaid parcel drop-off. Separate requirements may apply when collecting a parcel or using a retailer service that requests identity verification.

Note

Drop-off locations, opening hours, label-printing facilities, parcel limits and participating Post Office branches can change.

Check the location finder and your booking instructions before travelling, particularly for retailer returns, Next Day services and printer-free bookings.