Why did UPS deliver to an access point?

This service was implemented because after three unsuccessful attempts to obtain a signature, packages are returned to the sender. This happens often because people are at work and have no way to sign for a package.

Does UPS deliver to access points on weekends?

UPS works for you on Saturdays We are the only carrier consistently offering a Saturday delivery option at the normal weekday cost when shipping to one of more than 17,000 UPS Access Point locations.

How long does a package stay at a UPS Access Point?

seven calendar days
If you are a UPS My Choice® member, The UPS Store and other UPS Access Point locations can hold your package for up to seven calendar days. Customer centres can hold your package for up to five business days.

Can I ship a package to a UPS Access Point?

To ship your order to a UPS Access Point, select “Pick Up From UPS” on the Shopping Cart page during checkout, and select your desired UPS Access point location. Once your package is delivered to a UPS Access Point, you will receive an email with pickup instructions at the email you provided on the shipping page.

Does UPS Access Point give receipts?

Readers should be warned that UPS no longer provides receipts at its drop-off locations when a parcel is left. I paid online for a next-day delivery, printed the barcode label and attached it to the box. When I handed it over at a UPS drop-off point it was scanned and taken over the counter.

Can you drop packages off at a UPS access point?

A UPS Access Point™ is a participating retail outlet, such as a grocery store or petrol station that serves as a convenient and efficient UPS parcel delivery and retrieval location. You can also drop off labelled and prepaid UPS Returns® parcels at any UPS Access Point location.

How do I become a parcel drop off point?

Become a parcel drop off point: a simple and quick guide

1. Make certainly sure that you satisfy the requirements of the courier company to become its parcel pick up and drop off point.
2. Find the application.
3. Fill in and submit the application.
4. Receive the invitation.
5. Take courses.
6. Order the necessary supplies.

What is a UPS agent?

Attract customers and generate additional sales. Your role is simple: Accept shipments from our drivers and store them until customers collect them. Accept UPS packages or return shipments for our drivers to collect.

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