10 reasons to ship with DHL Parcel Iberia

Why ship with DHL Parcel Iberia if you already ship with other carriers? you might be wondering. We've got 10 reasons, but let's start with the top 3:

1. Handles every type of shipment: small parcels, multi-parcel shipments, and pallets.

2. 24/48h delivery in Spain and Portugal.

3. Europe's largest network of service points and lockers, with 100,000+ points and growing: 3700+ service points in Spain and Portugal, and 100,000+ across Europe.

Want to know more about the services on offer and how to add it to your checkout? Keep reading.

What is DHL Parcel Iberia?

DHL Parcel is a division of DPDHL, a multinational logistics company specializing in road parcel delivery. DHL Parcel Iberia covers Spain and Portugal and offers three logistics solutions: B2B, B2C, and consumer-to-consumer shipments.

It's popular well beyond Spain and Portugal too, as part of DHL eCommerce Solutions' European network — a leader in e-commerce shipping that brings together the top local B2C specialists. DHL Parcel also brings over 90 years of experience in B2B shipping, making it a reliable choice.

Why choose DHL Parcel for your e-commerce shipments?

1. Express 24/48h delivery in mainland Spain and Portugal.

2. A market leader in international shipping, part of the DHL eCommerce Solutions European network.

3. Europe's largest network of service points and lockers, with more than 100,000 points and growing.

4. One provider for multiple shipment types — from small parcels to multi-parcel shipments and pallets.

5. Multi-domestic service: DHL Parcel's European network adapts to local market needs, partnering with leading local logistics providers where DHL doesn't operate directly.

6. Recipients can manage their delivery online, with a range of options tailored to local preferences in each country.

7. Cash on delivery available (domestic shipments only) up to €5000, payable in cash (up to €1000) or bank transfer (above €1000).

Need one more reason?

• DHL Parcel Returns: simple returns thanks to the extensive European network of service points and lockers.

Looking to add other carriers to your checkout? Check out our other carrier guides: shipping with Correos, shipping with UPS, shipping with SEUR, shipping with MRW, shipping with DHL Express, or shipping with DHL Global Mail.

DHL Parcel Iberia services for your e-commerce

Here's a closer look at DHL Parcel Iberia's most popular shipping methods.

E-commerce shipments — B2C services

A leader in international logistics, DHL Parcel can be a strong partner for your e-commerce shipments in Spain and Portugal, with 24/48h delivery to keep your customers happy. Beyond domestic and pan-European shipping, the B2C service also includes a dedicated returns method.

Key features:

• Single-parcel shipments up to 31.5 kg.

• A network of 100,000+ pickup points and lockers across Europe, for both direct delivery and redirected shipments.

• Delivery alternatives tailored to local preferences at each destination (home, locker, mailbox, pickup point, etc).

• Flexible delivery: customers can change the delivery date or address, choose a delivery point, or even have the order left with a neighbor or concierge.

• Easy returns thanks to the extensive European network of service points and lockers.

• Bulky shipments supported (up to 200 x 120 x 80 cm).

• All-risk insurance included.

• Cash on delivery (available for shipments within Spain and Portugal).

B2C: DHL Parcel Iberia

An e-commerce service specialized in shipments to Spain and Portugal.

B2C: DHL Parcel Connect

Ship to 26 European countries with DHL Parcel Connect. DHL works with local logistics operators so delivery fits each country's needs.

Local carrier partners of DHL Parcel Iberia for deliveries across Europe.

B2C: DHL Parcel Return

Manage your e-commerce returns with this dedicated service.

Business-to-business shipments — B2B services

Do you ship business parcels? This is your service.

What's included:

• 24/48h delivery in Spain and Portugal.

• Multi-parcel and pallet shipments.

• Door-to-door delivery.

Other add-on services:

• Cash on delivery.

• Additional delivery attempts.

• All-risk insurance.

• Customs management for import/export.

Here are the B2B shipping methods you can add to your checkout.

B2B: DHL Parcel Europlus Domestic

For business deliveries in Spain and Portugal.

B2B: DHL Parcel Connect Plus

For business deliveries to 28 European countries.

Estimated delivery times for B2B shipments across Europe.

Ship domestically and internationally with Sendcloud

DHL Parcel Iberia is currently in trial phase for Sendcloud users — but you'll be able to add it to your checkout very soon.

In the meantime, Sendcloud already gives you access to 170+ national and international carriers you can activate in a few clicks. With Sendcloud, you can also:

• Import every order from your CMS or API into a single platform and manage them all from there.

• Print labels in one click, along with customs documents.

• Automatically assign the right carrier to each order based on shipment details (weight, volume, destination country, value...).

• Send branded tracking emails and include special offers in them.

• Build a simple returns portal tailored to your customers' needs and yours.

And much more...

Try Sendcloud free for 14 days and see for yourself what shipping automation software can do for you. Or book a free demo with one of our e-commerce experts and let them walk you through the platform.