What is Courier?
A courier is a person or organization that delivers a message, package, or letter from one place or person to another place or person.
Typically, a courier provides their courier service on a commercial contract basis; however, some couriers are government or state agency employees.
Courier Prices In South Africa?
Standard rates start at R75 for parcels up to 5kg and 2-4 business days for national delivery. The cost of overnight shipping is R100 for up to 2kg.
This can be a great choice for urgent deliveries and if you are looking for the fastest courier service.
Do couriers charge by weight or size?
Courier companies use volumetric weight to determine the ‘bulkiness’ of a parcel and therefore the price to transport it.
How do I courier a parcel?
Label your parcel. It goes without saying that your parcel should contain both the sender’s and the recipient’s addresses.
Picking a courier service. The second step is picking a courier service that meets your needs.
Inquire about special shipments.
Booking a pickup.
Track your parcel.