Your Time. Your Parcel. Your Rules.
At GLS Points, your parcel waits for you - not the other way around. With many 24/7 Parcel Lockers and extended Parcel Shop access, pickup fits into your life, not the other way around.
Have a Question? We’ve Got You Covered
Where is GLS located?
GLS (General Logistics Systems) is headquartered in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The company is part of International Distributions Services and operates one of the most extensive parcel delivery networks across Europe.
GLS operates in over 40 countries, combining strong local expertise with a wide-reaching global infrastructure. Through subsidiaries and trusted partners, GLS delivers reliable national and cross-border parcel services for both businesses and consumers.
Western & Central Europe:
Austria
Belgium
France
Germany
Ireland
Luxembourg
The Netherlands
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Southern Europe:
Greece
Italy
Portugal
Spain
Eastern & Southeastern Europe:
Bulgaria
Croatia
Czech Republic
Hungary
Poland
Romania
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Baltic & Nordic Countries:
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
Latvia
Lithuania
Sweden
North America:
Canada
United States
What is the total number of OOH Points available for parcel pickup/delivery?
GLS operates a network of more than 106,000 Out-of-Home (OOH) locations across Europe.
This extensive network includes:
- Parcel Shops – Local retail partners offering drop-off and pickup services.
- Parcel Lockers – Automated most 24/7 lockers for convenient and contactless parcel collection.
This OOH infrastructure plays a key role in enhancing first and last-mile delivery efficiency, providing with greater flexibility, convenience, and sustainable delivery options for both senders and recipients across the GLS network.
Where can I hand over my return parcel?
More than 106.000 GLS Points
A strong team of over 40.000 delivery professionals and employees
This extensive international presence allows GLS to offer fast, secure, and flexible parcel services across borders, supported by a deep understanding of each local market. Whether you're shipping across town or to another country, GLS ensures a smooth and reliable delivery experience.
What type of logistics services does GLS provide?
GLS offers a wide range of logistics and parcel delivery services tailored to both individuals and businesses.
Key service areas include:
- Last-mile delivery – Reliable and flexible residential and business parcel delivery.
- First-mile delivery – Collection and transportation of parcels from the sender’s location to the nearest distribution hub.
- International shipping – Fast and secure cross-border delivery across Europe, United States of America, Canada, and Asia.
- B2B solutions – Custom logistics services for business customers, including scheduled pickups and returns.
- Out-of-Home (OOH) delivery – Access to over 106,000 Parcel Shops, Parcel Lockers, and Parcel Neighbours across Europe.
- Express services – Time-critical delivery options with guaranteed delivery windows.
- Returns management – Convenient and transparent return solutions for e-commerce.
- Sustainable delivery – Eco-friendly initiatives including electric vehicles, green delivery zones, and climate-conscious packaging options.
GLS combines local market knowledge with an extensive international network to deliver efficient, customer-focused logistics solutions.