We have over 9,000 ParcelShops across the UK, and we're proud to say that 94% of the UK population live within 2 miles of a store. This doesn't mean we've stopped expanding to meet the growing demand for our send, collect and return services!
If you're a store owner who'd like to become an Evri ParcelShop for your local area, get in touch today. You'll find everything you need to know about what it takes to become a ParcelShop below, as well as details on how to apply.
What we look for in a ParcelShop
Local, flexible and always welcoming, our ParcelShops are a convenient way for people to send, collect and return parcels. But before you send your details, please check our criteria to make sure your store is suitable. To become a Evri ParcelShop, your store should:
Be at least 0.5 miles away from an existing ParcelShop. Please use our ParcelShop Finder to check
Not operate as a food outlet (for example, a café, butchers or restaurant / takeaway)
Not offer another parcel service
There are a few other things that will help you with your application too. We'll take your location and the population of your local area into consideration. If you have any questions before applying, or would like more information, please get in touch. We also love stores which can offer the following:
Close to public transport
Parking available nearby
Easy to access
Good in-store environment
Benefits of becoming an Evri ParcelShop
Becoming a ParcelShop provides lots of advantages to you and your store:
Additional footfall
You’ll get additional footfall which helps to increase your sales
Get paid
You get paid for every parcel that goes through your ParcelShop
Part of the community
You’ll be at the heart of your community as a one-stop shop for your customers’ daily needs
Apply to become a ParcelShop
To apply to become a ParcelShop, you'll need to contact our Network Development Team at parcelshop.networkdev@evri.com with your:
Full name
Phone number
Email address
Store name
Store opening hours
Store full address
Any additional information
Double check your contact details, store location and opening times are correct.
We'll check the information you've provided then let you know if we believe your shop is suitable.
Once accepted, we'll ask your local account manager to contact you to arrange a visit to your store at a time that is convenient for you.
They'll confirm that your store is suitable, run you through the basics and discuss next steps with you.
Get started as a new ParcelShop
On average, it takes most stores 3 to 4 weeks to begin operating as a ParcelShop. During this time, we'll make sure everything is set up correctly. We'll order a printer and handheld terminal for you and arrange for them to be delivered. You'll just need to make space for your printer and ensure your shop has a space to safely store and organise parcels. Your Evri representative will then arrange a suitable day for the printer to be installed. On this day, the following process will take place:
Your Evri representative will visit your store to install your printer and set up your handheld terminal
You (and any staff members) will receive training on ParcelShop processes
Store owners and staff will sign a declaration which is securely stored on our system
Your store will then be able to accept parcels for drop off the following day
Your store will also become visible on our ParcelShop Finder overnight, and available to receive parcels from hundreds of retailers the next day