Getting your FBA shipment from your house to the warehouse doesn’t have to be a hassle. If you’re an Amazon seller in Germany without a car or living far from the nearest drop-off point, this one’s for you. Today, I’m breaking down how to get UPS to come to you and pick up your boxes, step by step.
Step 1: Complete Your Shipment in Seller Central
Before you can schedule a UPS pickup, make sure your FBA shipment is fully created and ready in your Amazon Seller Central account.
Once you’ve confirmed the shipment details and accepted the charges, you’ll receive your UPS tracking numbers. This is key. You can choose to print your labels now or later, but what you need right away are those tracking numbers—don’t skip this.
Step 2: Copy All Tracking Numbers
Head into your shipment summary and copy all the UPS tracking numbers associated with your shipment. Whether it’s one box or ten, grab each one. You’ll need them for the next part.
Pro tip: Keep your total box weight and box count in mind. UPS will ask for it during the pickup setup.
Step 3: Go to UPS and Schedule a Pickup
Open https://www.ups.com and follow these steps:
- Click Shipping
- Choose Schedule a Collection
Now you’ll see the form that lets you plug in all your shipment info.
Paste your tracking numbers here. Make sure each tracking number is separated by a comma. If you forget that, UPS may treat them as one long, invalid number.
Step 4: Enter Your Shipment Details
Now UPS wants some information:
- Total weight of all the boxes
- Number of boxes in the shipment
- Service type: Standard usually works fine
- Are any boxes over 32 kg? Be honest!
Then you select your preferred pickup date and a time window (e.g., 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM).
Note: Pickup times are estimates, not guarantees. UPS might come early, late, or even the next day. It happens. Don’t panic.
Step 5: Add Special Instructions (Optional)
If you live in a flat or have a specific access note (e.g., “2nd floor, no lift”), you can leave a comment. Just remember—the driver might follow it, or they might not. You’re dealing with humans, not robots.
Step 6: Finalize and Confirm
After reviewing everything (address, box count, weight, time slot), you’ll get a Collection Request Number. This is mainly for your records.
You don’t need to print anything for the UPS driver. Just label your boxes properly and have them ready at the door.
If you made a mistake or your plans change, you can always modify or cancel the pickup request directly from the UPS website.
What You Really Need to Know
- Tracking numbers are your golden ticket
- Separate them with commas on the UPS site
- Schedule at least one day ahead
- Label your boxes and be ready
No need to drag boxes to a drop-off station anymore.
Common Questions About UPS Pickup for FBA in Germany
1. Is UPS pickup free for Amazon FBA sellers in Germany?
Yes, UPS pickup is usually included in your Amazon-partnered carrier program. If you’re using Amazon’s discounted UPS shipping rates, there is no additional fee to schedule a pickup. Just make sure you use the tracking numbers from Amazon’s shipment and book directly through UPS.
2. What if UPS misses my pickup?
It happens. Drivers can be late or sometimes don’t show up. In that case, don’t panic. You can reschedule your pickup from the UPS website at no extra cost. Just use your collection request number or tracking numbers to make changes.
3. Can I hand over multiple FBA shipments in one pickup?
Yes, you can. As long as all the tracking numbers are correctly listed in the pickup form and the total weight is accurate, you can hand over multiple shipments at once. Just keep them clearly labeled and organized so the UPS driver can scan them easily.
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