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About Poczta Polska

Poczta Polska is Poland’s national postal operator and a parcel, letter, express and international postal carrier. In tracking, Poczta Polska can be the origin postal operator for outbound mail from Poland, the domestic Polish carrier, or the last-mile postal operator for inbound international postal items handed over by another country’s postal operator.

Core Carrier Profile

FieldVerified information
Official namePoczta Polska S.A.
Official websitehttps://www.poczta-polska.pl/
Carrier typeNational postal operator, domestic parcel and courier carrier, international postal operator, and last-mile postal delivery provider in Poland.
Primary regionPoland for domestic acceptance and delivery; international postal network for cross-border mail exchanged through postal operators.
Tracking pagehttps://emonitoring.poczta-polska.pl/
Parent organizationNot a private express subsidiary; Poczta Polska S.A. operates under the Polish postal operator identity.
FoundedPoczta Polska refers to a long Polish postal history, but a single current corporate founding date is not needed for package tracking decisions.
HeadquartersWarsaw, Poland, as identified in corporate and contact materials.

Carrier Entity Relationships

EntityRelationship summary
Poczta Polska S.A.Poczta Polska S.A. is the canonical carrier entity that operates Polish postal and parcel services.
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Entity typeCanonical carrier
Why it matters to trackingUse Poczta Polska tracking when the shipment is a Polish domestic postal item, an outbound Polish postal item, or an inbound postal item currently handled in Poland.
Official evidenceOfficial website and eMonitoring tracking service.
Pocztex, EMS, parcels and registered postal itemsPocztex, EMS, parcel and registered services are delivery products operated or processed by Poczta Polska within its service portfolio.
View all details for Poczta Polska services
Entity typeOperated services
Why it matters to trackingThe service determines whether full event tracking, signature options, cash-on-delivery, pickup-point delivery or international handoff visibility may apply.
Official evidencePoczta Polska service pages for Pocztex, parcels, registered items and international mail.
eMonitoringeMonitoring is the official Poczta Polska tracking product for entering shipment numbers and viewing available events.
View all details for eMonitoring
Entity typeTracking product
Why it matters to trackingIf Poczta Polska has not physically accepted the item or received a partner handoff scan, eMonitoring may show no record or only limited data.
Official evidenceOfficial eMonitoring tracking page.
Postal exchange offices and customs authoritiesPostal exchange offices and customs authorities process cross-border postal mail before final domestic delivery or export line-haul.
View all details for international processing entities
Entity typeKey network and regulatory entities
Why it matters to trackingA tracking event at an exchange office or customs stage means postal processing is occurring; it does not by itself prove customs release or delivery readiness.
Official evidencePoczta Polska international service and customs guidance.
Destination postal operatorsDestination postal operators can take over Poczta Polska outbound international postal items for import processing and last-mile delivery.
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Entity typeInternational or last-mile partners
Why it matters to trackingAfter handoff, the same UPU S10 number may continue to work, but delivery instructions, pickup and proof of delivery often belong to the destination operator.
Official evidenceUPU postal exchange model and destination postal tracking pages.
17TRACK17TRACK aggregates available tracking events from Poczta Polska and other carriers but does not transport parcels.
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Entity typeIndependent multi-carrier tracking platform
Why it matters to tracking17TRACK helps identify the carrier and standardize events, but Poczta Polska, the sender, seller or destination carrier must handle address changes, claims and refunds.
Official evidence17TRACK tracking and API documentation.

Quick Answer

To track a Poczta Polska package, enter the shipment number from your receipt, label, seller email or delivery notice on the official eMonitoring page or on 17TRACK. If the result is empty, first check whether the number is a real carrier tracking number rather than an order number, whether Poczta Polska has physically accepted the item, and whether another postal operator or logistics partner is still holding the parcel.

Pro Tip: 17TRACK is useful when a marketplace order may involve Poczta Polska plus an origin-post, airline, line-haul or destination-post handoff. 17TRACK is independent and cannot change the address, release customs, approve refunds or decide claims.

How to Track Poczta Polska Packages

Use the official Poczta Polska eMonitoring tool for direct carrier events, or use 17TRACK when the shipment may involve multiple postal and commercial logistics partners.

Tracking Paths

PathSteps and best use
Official Poczta Polska trackingOpen eMonitoring, enter the shipment number exactly as shown, remove spaces if needed, and compare the latest event with the service and destination.
17TRACK trackingEnter the same number on 17TRACK to let the platform detect possible carriers, combine visible events and standardize status meanings across postal handoffs.
Seller or merchant order pageUse the seller page to find the carrier tracking number, shipping date, service type and whether a logistics partner number was issued before Poczta Polska receives the item.
Local post office or delivery noticeFor pickup or attempted-delivery cases in Poland, use the item number on the paper notice and contact the indicated outlet if the tracking page says the item is awaiting pickup.

A tracking number is not the same as a marketplace order number, invoice number, reference number or internal warehouse ID. If you only have an order number, ask the seller for the carrier tracking number and the carrier name. If Poczta Polska tracking is not active, wait for physical acceptance or partner handoff before assuming the number is invalid.

Tracking Number Formats and Examples

Poczta Polska tracking identifiers can be issued by Poczta Polska, by another postal operator, by a courier product, or by a merchant platform. Being searchable in Poczta Polska does not prove that Poczta Polska issued the number; it may mean Poczta Polska is the current Polish operator or last-mile carrier.

Tracking Number Format

Identifier familyNormalized pattern
UPU S10 outbound from PolandXX 123 456 785 PL
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Length/structureTwo service indicator letters, nine digits including check digit, and PL as the country code.
Issued byPoczta Polska when Poland is the origin postal country.
Typical service/useInternational registered, parcel and EMS-type postal items depending on service letters and product.
Who sees it and whereSender sees it on a Polish postal receipt or label; marketplace buyers may see it in the shipping confirmation.
Tracking scopeVisible in Poczta Polska during Polish acceptance/export and often in the destination postal operator after handoff.
Important caveatDo not infer the exact service from letters alone without checking the label, receipt or official tracking events.
UPU S10 inbound to PolandLX 123 456 785 CN, RR 123 456 785 DE, CP 123 456 785 US
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Length/structureSame UPU S10 structure, but the final two letters identify the origin postal operator’s country, not the destination.
Issued byThe origin postal operator, such as China Post, Deutsche Post or USPS, when the item starts outside Poland.
Typical service/useInbound international postal packets, registered mail, parcels or EMS-type items addressed to Poland.
Who sees it and wherePolish recipient receives it from the overseas seller or origin post; Poczta Polska may continue showing events after arrival in Poland.
Tracking scopeOrigin post before export, Poczta Polska during Polish import and last-mile delivery, and sometimes 17TRACK across both.
Important caveatPoczta Polska can track an inbound number without having issued that number.
Domestic Pocztex or parcel item numberNumeric or alphanumeric carrier item number shown on Poczta Polska label
View all details for domestic Pocztex or parcel item number
Length/structureFormat can vary by product, label system and business channel; remove spaces and hyphens before searching.
Issued byPoczta Polska or a Poczta Polska shipping system for domestic courier or parcel services.
Typical service/usePocztex courier, domestic parcel, pickup-point, cash-on-delivery or business dispatch.
Who sees it and whereSender sees it on the receipt or label; recipient sees it in SMS, email, seller notification or delivery notice if provided.
Tracking scopePolish domestic acceptance, sorting, transport, delivery attempt, pickup and delivered events.
Important caveatPoczta Polska does not publish every internal numbering rule publicly, so automatic carrier detection is safer than prefix-only identification.
Registered letter barcodeOften S10-style for international registered mail; domestic registered identifiers may differ
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Length/structureInternational registered items commonly use R-prefix S10 identifiers; domestic barcodes depend on domestic postal systems.
Issued byPoczta Polska for Polish registered items or origin postal operator for inbound registered items.
Typical service/useRegistered letters and documents requiring acceptance and delivery accountability.
Who sees it and whereSender receipt, registered mail label, postal notice, or business dispatch record.
Tracking scopeMore limited than parcel courier tracking in some postal lanes; proof or signature visibility depends on service and country.
Important caveatA letter barcode is not automatically a parcel tracking number and may not show detailed transport scans.
Merchant order or reference IDOrder number, invoice number or warehouse reference
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Length/structureControlled by the seller or marketplace and not standardized by Poczta Polska.
Issued byMerchant, marketplace, warehouse or payment system.
Typical service/useCustomer service lookup before the actual carrier label is created.
Who sees it and whereBuyer account, order confirmation email or invoice.
Tracking scopeNot directly trackable on Poczta Polska unless the merchant maps it to a carrier tracking number.
Important caveatAsk the seller for the carrier tracking number if only a reference or order ID is available.

Tracking Statuses and Meanings

Poczta Polska tracking follows the postal lifecycle from electronic data or acceptance, through sorting and transport, to customs, partner handoff, delivery, pickup, exception or return. The responsible party changes by stage.

Status Quick Lookup

StatusLifecycle stage
Electronic data received / shipment information sentPre-shipment
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What it meansA label or electronic advice exists, but physical acceptance may not have happened.
Current responsible partySender, merchant or shipping partner until Poczta Polska scans the item.
What happens nextAcceptance or partner handoff scan should appear after the parcel is deposited or collected.
What you should doCheck the seller’s dispatch date and wait for a physical scan before opening a carrier complaint.
Item accepted / nadanieAccepted
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What it meansPoczta Polska or an authorized postal acceptance point has physically received the item.
Current responsible partyPoczta Polska for domestic items or origin postal operator for outbound origin stage.
What happens nextThe item moves to sorting, transport or export processing.
What you should doNo action unless address or contents are known to be incorrect; contact the sender quickly if correction is needed.
In sorting / in transportIn transit
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What it meansThe item is moving through the postal logistics network or waiting for the next dispatch.
Current responsible partyPoczta Polska while in Poland, or the relevant postal operator in another country.
What happens nextAnother sorting, arrival, departure or delivery-unit event should appear when scanned.
What you should doMonitor normally; scans can be sparse between facilities and during line-haul.
Sent from Poland / dispatched abroadCustoms/Handover
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What it meansThe item has left or is being prepared to leave the Polish export postal network.
Current responsible partyPoczta Polska until export dispatch, then line-haul and destination postal operator after receipt.
What happens nextA visibility gap may occur until the destination operator records arrival.
What you should doTrack with 17TRACK and the destination postal operator using the same S10 number.
Arrived in Poland / handed to customsCustoms/Handover
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What it meansAn inbound item is at Polish import processing or customs-related postal handling.
Current responsible partyPoczta Polska for postal handling and Polish customs authorities for customs decisions where applicable.
What happens nextCustoms release, duty/VAT request, sorting or delivery-unit transfer may follow.
What you should doRespond quickly if customs or the carrier asks for documents, payment or recipient data.
Out for deliveryOut for delivery
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What it meansThe item is with the delivery unit or courier route for attempted delivery.
Current responsible partyPoczta Polska delivery unit or courier.
What happens nextDelivered, attempted delivery, pickup notice or exception event.
What you should doEnsure someone can receive the parcel or watch for a delivery notice.
DeliveredDelivered
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What it meansThe carrier recorded final delivery, handover, mailbox delivery, pickup or authorized receipt depending on service.
Current responsible partyRecipient, authorized receiver, pickup point or delivery unit depending on scan context.
What happens nextNo further transport events are expected except corrections or proof requests.
What you should doIf not received, check household, reception, mailbox, pickup point and proof of delivery before escalating.
Awaiting pickup / notice leftPickup
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What it meansDelivery could not be completed or pickup delivery was selected, so the item is held at a post office or pickup location.
Current responsible partyPost office, pickup point and recipient.
What happens nextRecipient pickup, second delivery attempt if available, or return after the holding period.
What you should doBring ID, tracking number and delivery notice to the indicated location.
Delivery exception / address problemException
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What it meansDelivery was blocked by address, access, customs, damage, payment, recipient absence or operational issue.
Current responsible partyDepends on cause: recipient for documents/payment, sender for address correction or carrier for operational investigation.
What happens nextRetry, pickup, information request, return or complaint process.
What you should doContact the seller or Poczta Polska with the tracking number and most recent event.
Returned to senderReturn
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What it meansThe item is moving back because delivery, pickup, customs clearance or acceptance conditions were not completed.
Current responsible partyPoczta Polska or partner postal operator during return transport; seller after receipt.
What happens nextReturn delivery to sender or warehouse; refund or reshipment is a seller process.
What you should doContact the sender or marketplace promptly; 17TRACK cannot stop a return once the carrier process has started.

Services and Delivery Times

Poczta Polska offers domestic postal parcels, Pocztex courier services, letters, registered items and international postal services. Delivery time depends on service, cutoff, destination, customs, partner handoff, address quality and peak-season load.

Service Comparison

ServiceBest for
PocztexDomestic courier parcels in Poland and business-to-consumer delivery.
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Service typeCourier parcel service.
CoveragePoland, with options depending on Poczta Polska product availability.
Tracking levelShipment tracking from acceptance through delivery or pickup.
Key size/weight conditionDepends on current product rules and selected variant.
Included protection/extra serviceMay support extra services such as COD, insurance or pickup options when selected.
Main limitationDelivery speed and options depend on address, cutoff, product variant and operational conditions.
Domestic postal parcelNon-urgent parcel delivery within Poland through the postal network.
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Service typePostal parcel.
CoveragePoland.
Tracking levelTracking depends on product and barcode; acceptance and delivery events are normally most important.
Key size/weight conditionCheck current Poczta Polska parcel rules before shipping bulky or heavy items.
Included protection/extra serviceExtra services may be available by product.
Main limitationUsually less time-sensitive than courier products.
Registered letterDocuments requiring acceptance and delivery accountability.
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Service typeRegistered postal mail.
CoverageDomestic and international variants may exist.
Tracking levelAccountability tracking, often less granular than parcel courier tracking.
Key size/weight conditionLetter-format limits apply; check official rules for documents and small items.
Included protection/extra serviceRegistration and receipt; additional return receipt or proof options may depend on service.
Main limitationNot suitable for goods that require parcel handling or customs commodity documentation.
International postal parcelCross-border parcels from Poland to another country or inbound postal parcels to Poland.
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Service typeInternational postal parcel.
CoverageCountries served through postal exchange networks and destination postal operators.
Tracking levelUsually S10-based tracking with gaps during export, line-haul and import.
Key size/weight conditionDestination-specific postal restrictions and customs data rules apply.
Included protection/extra serviceDepends on declared service, insurance and destination acceptance.
Main limitationCustoms and destination-post performance can dominate delivery time.
EMS / express international postal serviceFaster international postal shipments where EMS service is available.
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Service typeExpress international postal service.
CoverageEMS network destinations where service is offered.
Tracking levelTypically tracked across acceptance, export, import and delivery, subject to partner scans.
Key size/weight conditionEMS product restrictions and destination limits apply.
Included protection/extra serviceExpress handling and tracking; insurance or value coverage depends on product conditions.
Main limitationExpress handling does not remove customs inspection or destination restrictions.

Delivery Time

ServicePublished delivery standard
Pocztex domesticVaries by selected domestic courier product, cutoff and route.
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Business or calendar daysGenerally business-day operational handling unless a specific option states otherwise.
Guarantee statusDo not treat an estimated date as a money-back guarantee unless the exact product terms say so.
Starts counting fromPhysical acceptance and processing, not merely label creation.
Main delay factorsCutoff, address quality, pickup option, weekends, holidays, weather and failed delivery.
Official source date/validityCheck current Pocztex product page and terms for the selected service.
Domestic postal parcelVaries by priority/economy selection and domestic network conditions.
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Business or calendar daysPostal standards normally reference working-day processing concepts.
Guarantee statusService standard is not automatically a refund guarantee.
Starts counting fromAcceptance at post office or by carrier.
Main delay factorsSorting, regional routing, delivery attempts and pickup holding.
Official source date/validityCheck current Poczta Polska domestic parcel terms.
International postal parcelVaries by destination, transport mode, customs and destination operator.
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Business or calendar daysUsually discussed as working days or estimated ranges, but customs can add calendar-day delay.
Guarantee statusNot guaranteed unless a specific service contract or product condition states a guarantee.
Starts counting fromAcceptance and export processing; destination time begins only after import receipt.
Main delay factorsExport dispatch, airline capacity, customs, duties, missing data and destination-post delivery.
Official source date/validityCheck current international service pages and destination rules before shipping.
EMS internationalFaster than ordinary postal parcel on many lanes, but still subject to customs and EMS partner processing.
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Business or calendar daysLane-specific working-day estimates may apply.
Guarantee statusExpress does not mean customs clearance is guaranteed by a fixed time.
Starts counting fromAcceptance into EMS handling.
Main delay factorsSecurity screening, customs, destination EMS partner scans and remote areas.
Official source date/validityCheck current EMS and Poczta Polska international conditions.

Destination Country Delivery Times

Destination Country / RegionEstimated Delivery Time Range
United StatesEMS 5–12 business days; postal parcel 10–25 business days; economy packets may take 15–45 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 14–20 days for tracked postal parcels outside peak season.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierUSPS for postal last mile.
Customs & Clearance TipsUS import customs and USPS inbound processing can create scan gaps; ensure complete recipient address and customs description.
CanadaEMS 6–14 business days; postal parcel 12–30 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 16–24 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierCanada Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsDuties, taxes and remote provinces can extend final delivery; track with Canada Post after import arrival.
United KingdomEMS 4–10 business days; postal parcel 7–20 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 10–16 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierRoyal Mail or Parcelforce for postal parcels.
Customs & Clearance TipsPost-Brexit VAT and customs data accuracy matter; fees may be collected before delivery.
GermanyEMS 3–8 business days; postal parcel 5–14 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 7–12 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierDeutsche Post / DHL Paket for postal handoff.
Customs & Clearance TipsEU lanes usually avoid import customs for EU-origin goods, but restricted items and missing data still delay handling.
FranceEMS 4–9 business days; postal parcel 6–18 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 9–15 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierLa Poste / Colissimo for postal parcels.
Customs & Clearance TipsEU domestic-like flows are generally simpler, but overseas territories are separate customs destinations.
SpainEMS 5–10 business days; postal parcel 7–20 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 10–17 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierCorreos.
Customs & Clearance TipsCanary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla have different customs handling from mainland Spain.
ItalyEMS 5–11 business days; postal parcel 7–22 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 11–18 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierPoste Italiane.
Customs & Clearance TipsAddress completeness, fiscal information for imports and regional delivery density affect timing.
NetherlandsEMS 3–8 business days; postal parcel 5–14 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 7–12 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierPostNL.
Customs & Clearance TipsEU items are usually straightforward; non-EU contents require accurate HS description and value.
BelgiumEMS 4–9 business days; postal parcel 6–16 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 8–13 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff Carrierbpost.
Customs & Clearance TipsCheck bpost notifications for payment or delivery-point redirection after import.
SwedenEMS 5–11 business days; postal parcel 8–22 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 11–18 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierPostNord.
Customs & Clearance TipsPostNord fee or VAT notifications can pause delivery; monitor local tracking after arrival.
SwitzerlandEMS 4–10 business days; postal parcel 7–18 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / EMS
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 9–15 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierSwiss Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsNot in the EU customs area; invoices and declared value are important.
AustriaEMS 3–8 business days; postal parcel 5–14 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / registered mail
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 7–12 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierÖsterreichische Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsEU deliveries are generally smoother; remote Alpine areas can add delivery days.
CzechiaEMS 3–7 business days; postal parcel 4–12 business days.
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Primary Service TypeInternational postal parcel / regional postal service
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 6–10 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierČeská pošta or contracted local network for postal items.
Customs & Clearance TipsNeighboring EU lane; address accuracy and pickup notices are the most common issues.
JapanEMS 5–12 business days; postal parcel 10–25 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 13–20 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierJapan Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsDetailed contents and recipient phone number help; prohibited food, cosmetics and batteries can delay.
South KoreaEMS 5–12 business days; postal parcel 10–25 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 13–19 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierKorea Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsRecipient customs code or local contact may be required for some imports.
AustraliaEMS 7–15 business days; postal parcel 12–30 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 17–26 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierAustralia Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsBiosecurity inspection can delay food, plant, animal and natural products.
New ZealandEMS 8–16 business days; postal parcel 14–32 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 18–28 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierNZ Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsBiosecurity and remote addresses are common causes of extra time.
SingaporeEMS 5–11 business days; postal parcel 10–22 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 12–18 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierSingapore Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsGST and complete invoice data matter for commercial shipments.
MalaysiaEMS 6–14 business days; postal parcel 12–28 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 15–23 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierPos Malaysia.
Customs & Clearance TipsCustoms assessment and local delivery outside Klang Valley may add days.
ThailandEMS 6–14 business days; postal parcel 12–30 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 16–24 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierThailand Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsRecipient phone and clear item description reduce customs contact delays.
IndiaEMS 7–18 business days; postal parcel 15–40 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 20–32 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierIndia Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsKYC, duty assessment, local holidays and address granularity can create long gaps.
BrazilEMS 10–25 business days; postal parcel 20–60 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 28–45 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierCorreios.
Customs & Clearance TipsCPF/CNPJ, tax payment and customs release are major timing drivers.
United Arab EmiratesEMS 6–14 business days; postal parcel 12–30 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 15–23 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierEmirates Post.
Customs & Clearance TipsPO box, phone number and customs declaration quality affect delivery contact.
South AfricaEMS 10–25 business days; postal parcel 20–55 business days.
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Primary Service TypeEMS / International postal parcel
Average Delivery DaysAverage about 28–42 days.
Last-Mile Partner / Handoff CarrierSouth African Post Office or EMS partner network.
Customs & Clearance TipsCustoms, local network capacity and pickup-office notifications can drive long visibility gaps.

Destination ranges above are planning estimates built from common postal lane behavior and historical tracking patterns, not Poczta Polska delivery guarantees. Actual delivery may move faster or slower because of customs, airline capacity, holidays, strikes, weather, address quality and destination-post scanning practices.

Common Tracking Problems and Solutions

Most Poczta Polska tracking problems come from pre-shipment data, partner handoff gaps, customs checks, address issues, delivery attempts or pickup deadlines. The right contact depends on who currently controls the parcel.

Problem & Solution

Problem/status shownLikely cause
Invalid tracking numberThe number is typed incorrectly, is an order ID, or belongs to another carrier.
View all details for invalid tracking number
Check firstRemove spaces, check letters O/I versus digits 0/1, and confirm the carrier name.
Immediate actionTry official eMonitoring and 17TRACK carrier auto-detection.
When to escalateIf the seller marked shipped but cannot provide a carrier number.
Who to contactSeller or sender first, then Poczta Polska if the number is confirmed as a Poczta Polska item.
No tracking eventsLabel data exists but the parcel has not received a physical acceptance scan.
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Check firstSeller dispatch date and whether the item was handed to Poczta Polska or only to a logistics partner.
Immediate actionWait for acceptance and ask seller for proof of posting if the wait is unusual.
When to escalateWhen the seller’s promised handling window has passed and no acceptance appears.
Who to contactSeller or sender.
Long time with no updateLine-haul, customs, destination-post scan gap or missed intermediate scan.
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Check firstLast scan country, service type and whether the item is between export and import.
Immediate actionTrack with the destination postal operator and 17TRACK.
When to escalateWhen the official complaint or inquiry window for the service is met; exact windows vary by service and terms.
Who to contactSender for formal postal inquiry; recipient may contact local delivery office after arrival in destination country.
Customs holdCustoms requires assessment, duties, VAT, documents or inspection.
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Check firstEmail, SMS, postal notice and official customs/payment request channels.
Immediate actionProvide documents or pay valid charges through official channels only.
When to escalateIf no instructions appear and the hold is much longer than typical for the country.
Who to contactPoczta Polska for Polish import postal handling, destination post for other countries, or seller for missing invoice data.
Delivery failed / notice leftRecipient absent, access issue, incomplete address or pickup delivery selected.
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Check firstTracking details, mailbox, paper notice and pickup location.
Immediate actionCollect the item or arrange the available redelivery option if provided.
When to escalateBefore the holding period ends or if the location is wrong.
Who to contactLocal post office or Poczta Polska customer service.
Delivered but not receivedDelivered to mailbox, household, reception, pickup point, neighbor, or wrong address; scan may need verification.
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Check firstMailbox, parcel locker or pickup point, family, reception, neighbors, proof of delivery and exact delivery address.
Immediate actionContact the delivery office quickly and ask the sender to initiate a formal inquiry if needed.
When to escalateIf the delivery unit cannot confirm location or proof and the item remains missing.
Who to contactPoczta Polska delivery office and sender; marketplace refund is handled by the seller/platform.
Returned to senderUnclaimed item, bad address, customs refusal, unpaid charges or prohibited/restricted contents.
View all details for returned to sender
Check firstMost recent event and whether return transport already started.
Immediate actionContact the seller immediately; ask whether reshipment or refund is possible.
When to escalateIf the return reason is disputed or seller refuses to help.
Who to contactSeller for commercial resolution; Poczta Polska for official tracking explanation.
Lost or damaged parcelTransport loss, damage, missing contents or delivery dispute.
View all details for lost or damaged parcel
Check firstService type, insurance, proof of value, photos, packaging and last scan.
Immediate actionKeep packaging and contents; document damage before disposing of anything.
When to escalateUse the official complaint/claim procedure within the service-specific deadline.
Who to contactSender usually files postal claim; recipient may support with evidence and local report.

International Shipping, Customs and Carrier Handoffs

For international postal shipments, Poczta Polska exchanges mail with other postal operators. Electronic pre-advice, physical handoff, first receiving scan and last-mile responsibility are separate events, so tracking may pause between countries.

International Flow

StagePhysical custodian/responsible entity
Label or electronic pre-adviceSender, merchant or origin postal system.
View all details for electronic pre-advice
Typical tracking eventShipment information received.
What is happeningData exists but the parcel may not be physically with the postal operator.
Can the tracking number change?Usually no for S10 postal items, but merchant reference IDs may later map to a carrier number.
Normal visibility gapUntil first physical scan.
What the customer should doAsk seller for posting proof if no acceptance follows the seller’s handling window.
Origin acceptancePoczta Polska for outbound Poland shipments or origin post for inbound shipments.
View all details for origin acceptance
Typical tracking eventItem accepted or posted.
What is happeningThe postal operator has physically received the mailpiece.
Can the tracking number change?S10 number normally remains the public postal identifier.
Normal visibility gapShort gaps between acceptance and export sorting are common.
What the customer should doTrack normally and confirm address before the item leaves origin if a mistake exists.
Export processing and securityOrigin postal export office, airline/line-haul contractor and security authorities.
View all details for export processing
Typical tracking eventDispatched from exchange office, sent abroad, export.
What is happeningMail is prepared for international transport and may be screened.
Can the tracking number change?Public postal number usually stays the same; internal bag or transport IDs are not customer tracking numbers.
Normal visibility gapSeveral days to longer during capacity constraints or peak season.
What the customer should doAvoid assuming customs release or delivery readiness from export-only events.
Import customs and destination exchangeDestination postal operator and destination customs authority.
View all details for import customs and destination exchange
Typical tracking eventArrived at destination, customs, import processing.
What is happeningThe destination network records arrival and customs may inspect, assess tax or request data.
Can the tracking number change?Postal items often keep the same S10 number; some local systems add internal delivery references.
Normal visibility gapCustoms and first domestic scan gaps vary greatly and cannot be guaranteed.
What the customer should doRespond to official customs or payment notices and track with the destination operator.
Last-mile delivery or pickupPoczta Polska for delivery in Poland; destination post for delivery outside Poland.
View all details for last-mile delivery or pickup
Typical tracking eventOut for delivery, notice left, awaiting pickup, delivered.
What is happeningThe final postal carrier attempts delivery, holds the item, or completes delivery.
Can the tracking number change?Usually the customer can continue using the S10 number, but pickup notices may include local references.
Normal visibility gapOne or more days depending on route, pickup point and delivery attempts.
What the customer should doUse the local delivery instructions, collect before return deadline and keep proof if disputing delivery.

Delivery Management and Post-shipment Options

Delivery changes depend on the service, sender contract, item stage and whether the parcel is already out for delivery or awaiting pickup. Poczta Polska and the sender, not 17TRACK, control delivery management.

Delivery Management

OptionWho can request
Pickup at post office or pickup pointRecipient with ID and tracking or notice, when tracking shows the item is held for pickup.
View all details for pickup
EligibilityAvailable when delivery notice or tracking identifies a pickup location.
Deadline/available stageDuring the official holding period shown by the carrier or notice.
FeeUsually no pickup fee for normal held items, but product-specific charges may apply.
Guaranteed?No, the item must still be available and not returned.
Official action linkFind a Poczta Polska location
Redelivery or delivery instructionRecipient where the service and local delivery process support it.
View all details for redelivery or delivery instruction
EligibilityDepends on item type, failed delivery reason and local office rules.
Deadline/available stageAfter attempted delivery and before return or final holding deadline.
FeeNot uniformly confirmed for all services; check official product terms.
Guaranteed?No, redelivery is subject to operational feasibility.
Official action linkPoczta Polska contact page
Address correction or shipment changeUsually sender or contract customer; recipient ability is limited after shipment.
View all details for address correction
EligibilityDepends on product, shipment stage and whether the parcel has entered delivery or return.
Deadline/available stageEarlier is better; changes are harder after sorting or out-for-delivery.
FeeMay depend on service contract and official tariffs.
Guaranteed?No, correction is not guaranteed after dispatch.
Official action linkPoczta Polska customer contact

Lost, Damaged, Claims, Insurance and Refunds

A tracking inquiry, postal complaint, insurance claim, postage refund and ecommerce refund are different processes. The sender usually has the contract with Poczta Polska, while the recipient often supplies evidence such as photos, damage reports and delivery details.

Claims and Refunds

ProcessUse when
Tracking inquiry or complaintUse when tracking is stalled, delivery is disputed, or service handling needs official explanation.
View all details for tracking inquiry or complaint
Who filesSender or authorized party; recipient may provide supporting details.
Earliest/latest filing timeDepends on service terms and postal regulations; use official complaint rules for the product.
Required evidenceTracking number, posting receipt, addresses, service type and latest event.
Possible outcomeInvestigation, delivery clarification, delay explanation or claim pathway.
Official linkPoczta Polska complaints
Damage or missing contents claimUse when the parcel arrives damaged, contents are missing, or packaging shows tampering.
View all details for damage or missing contents claim
Who filesSender or authorized claimant; recipient should keep contents and packaging.
Earliest/latest filing timeReport promptly and follow current complaint deadlines for the service.
Required evidencePhotos, packaging, invoice/value proof, contents description, delivery record and damage report if available.
Possible outcomeCompensation, denial, request for more evidence or inspection.
Official linkPoczta Polska complaints
Ecommerce refund or reshipmentUse when the purchase was made from a seller or marketplace and the commercial order is not resolved.
View all details for ecommerce refund or reshipment
Who filesBuyer contacts seller or marketplace; seller handles carrier claim if needed.
Earliest/latest filing timeMarketplace buyer-protection deadlines apply and may be shorter than postal claim deadlines.
Required evidenceOrder number, tracking, screenshots, delivery dispute evidence and photos for damage.
Possible outcomeRefund, replacement, waiting extension or seller dispute decision.
Official linkUse the seller or marketplace help center for commercial refunds.

17TRACK cannot approve Poczta Polska claims, refunds, insurance payments, address changes or delivery corrections.

Shipping Restrictions and Special Handling

Poczta Polska restrictions depend on Polish postal rules, international postal rules, destination-country import rules and transport safety rules. Always check the current official rules before shipping medicines, batteries, liquids, food, valuables or dangerous goods.

Shipping Restrictions

CategoryProhibited or restricted
Dangerous goodsRestricted or prohibited depending on substance and transport mode.
View all details for dangerous goods
Typical examplesExplosives, flammables, corrosives, compressed gases and hazardous chemicals.
Key condition/packagingSpecial classification, labeling and transport approval may be required; many items are not accepted in postal mail.
Transport limitationAir transport is especially strict.
Possible tracking/delivery impactReturn, seizure, disposal, delay or refusal.
Official rulesPoczta Polska additional shipping information
Lithium batteries and electronicsRestricted, especially for air and international postal transport.
View all details for lithium batteries and electronics
Typical examplesPower banks, spare lithium cells, devices with lithium batteries.
Key condition/packagingBattery type, watt-hour rating, installation in device and packaging determine acceptance.
Transport limitationSome battery shipments cannot travel by international airmail.
Possible tracking/delivery impactSecurity hold, return or export refusal.
Official rulesCheck current Poczta Polska and destination-post dangerous goods guidance.
Food, plants and animal productsOften restricted by destination customs and biosecurity rules.
View all details for food, plants and animal products
Typical examplesSeeds, meat, dairy, supplements, perishable food and plant material.
Key condition/packagingImport permits, certificates, durable packaging and non-perishable conditions may be required.
Transport limitationDestination-country rules dominate.
Possible tracking/delivery impactCustoms inspection, quarantine, destruction or return.
Official rulesCheck Poczta Polska rules and destination customs rules before posting.
Valuables, documents and moneyRestricted by service, insurance and postal acceptance rules.
View all details for valuables and documents
Typical examplesCash, jewelry, securities, passports and high-value goods.
Key condition/packagingUse the correct declared-value, insured or registered service where allowed.
Transport limitationSome items are prohibited in ordinary parcels or international mail.
Possible tracking/delivery impactRefusal, limited compensation or claim denial if sent in the wrong service.
Official rulesReview current service terms before shipping valuables.

Customer Service

Prepare the tracking number, posting date, sender and recipient addresses, service name, latest scan, content description, value proof and photos before contacting Poczta Polska or the seller.

Customer Service

ChannelVerified contact/link
Official trackingeMonitoring
View all details for official tracking
Best forChecking latest Poczta Polska tracking events.
Region/languagePoland; Polish interface with tracking data usable by international users.
Hours and time zoneOnline self-service availability; maintenance may occur.
Information to prepareTracking number exactly as shown.
Important limitationTracking page cannot authorize refunds, claims or address changes.
Contact pagePoczta Polska contact
View all details for contact page
Best forCustomer questions, complaints routes, service explanations and contact options.
Region/languagePoland; primarily Polish.
Hours and time zoneUse the contact page for current hours and channel availability.
Information to prepareTracking number, addresses, service, posting date and issue summary.
Important limitationPhone numbers and hours can change; verify directly on the official page.
Complaints / claimsPoczta Polska complaints
View all details for complaints
Best forFormal service complaints, loss, damage, delay or disputed delivery.
Region/languagePoland; formal documents may require Polish or official forms.
Hours and time zoneOnline/form submission and office processing according to official rules.
Information to prepareReceipt, tracking, value proof, photos, packaging and authorization if filing for someone else.
Important limitationEligibility and deadlines depend on product and postal regulations.
Post office locatorFind Poczta Polska offices
View all details for post office locator
Best forFinding pickup locations, opening hours and local services.
Region/languagePoland; Polish location data.
Hours and time zoneEach location has its own hours; verify in locator.
Information to preparePostal code, city, street or notice location details.
Important limitationNot every office can resolve claims or international customs questions.

Ecommerce and Business Tracking

Businesses should separate consumer tracking, Poczta Polska business shipping tools, and 17TRACK multi-carrier tracking. 17TRACK helps with carrier auto-detection, normalized events and cross-carrier visibility, while carrier-side contracts control shipping labels, service terms and claims.

Developer/API Comparison

OptionProvider
Official consumer trackingPoczta Polska
View all details for official consumer tracking
Carrier coveragePoczta Polska items and postal items visible to Poczta Polska.
Primary useSingle-shipment lookup by consumers and support teams.
AuthenticationNo public API authentication required for manual web lookup.
Tracking/batch/webhook capabilityManual lookup; batch/webhook not confirmed for open public use.
Current developer documentationOfficial public tracking API documentation is not confirmed for unrestricted public access.
Migration/deprecation noteDo not rely on scraped tracking pages or old undocumented endpoints.
Poczta Polska business integrationsPoczta Polska
View all details for Poczta Polska business integrations
Carrier coveragePoczta Polska services under business agreement.
Primary useShipping operations, label creation and contract services where available.
AuthenticationContract or platform credentials may be required.
Tracking/batch/webhook capabilityDepends on the official business system and agreement.
Current developer documentationUse Poczta Polska business portals and current contract documentation.
Migration/deprecation noteConfirm current access with Poczta Polska before building integrations.
17TRACK multi-carrier API17TRACK
View all details for 17TRACK multi-carrier API
Carrier coverageMultiple carriers including postal, express and cross-border partners supported by 17TRACK.
Primary useBatch tracking, normalized status visibility, WISMO support and exception monitoring.
Authentication17TRACK API token.
Tracking/batch/webhook capabilityRegister tracking numbers and consume tracking updates according to 17TRACK API documentation.
Current developer documentation17TRACK API documentation
Migration/deprecation noteUse current v2.4 endpoints shown in 17TRACK documentation.

FAQ

1. How do I track my Poczta Polska package?

Enter the tracking number on Poczta Polska eMonitoring or track it with 17TRACK to view available shipment events across possible postal handoffs.

2. Where can I find my Poczta Polska tracking number?

Find it on the post office receipt, shipping label, seller email, marketplace order page, SMS notification or delivery notice; an order number is not the same as a carrier tracking number.

3. What does a Poczta Polska tracking number look like?

International postal numbers often follow the UPU S10 pattern such as XX 123 456 785 PL for items issued in Poland, while domestic parcel and Pocztex identifiers can use other Poczta Polska label formats.

4. When will the first Poczta Polska tracking event appear?

The first meaningful event usually appears after physical acceptance or partner handoff, not merely when a merchant creates a label or sends electronic data.

5. Why is my Poczta Polska tracking not updating?

Tracking may pause during sorting, export transport, airline line-haul, customs or destination-post handoff; check the last scan country and track the same number with the destination post or 17TRACK.

6. How long does Poczta Polska delivery take?

Delivery time depends on service, cutoff, domestic route, destination country, customs and partner scans; estimates are not the same as a guaranteed delivery date unless the exact service terms say so.

7. What should I do if Poczta Polska delivery failed?

Check the tracking details, paper notice and pickup location, then collect the item or request any available redelivery option before the holding period ends.

8. What should I do if Poczta Polska says delivered but I did not receive the package?

Check mailbox, household members, reception, neighbors, pickup point and proof of delivery first, then contact the delivery office and ask the sender to start an inquiry if the parcel is still missing.

9. How do I report a lost or damaged Poczta Polska shipment?

Keep the receipt, tracking number, packaging, photos and value proof, then use the official Poczta Polska complaint procedure or ask the sender to file if the sender holds the postal contract.

10. How do I contact Poczta Polska customer service?

Use the official contact page, eMonitoring tracking page, complaints page or local post office locator, and prepare the tracking number, service type, addresses and latest tracking event.

11. Can Poczta Polska track an inbound number that was not issued in Poland?

Yes, Poczta Polska may show events for inbound postal items after they arrive in Poland, but the S10 number ending in another country code was usually issued by the origin postal operator.

12. What is the difference between electronic data and physical acceptance in Poczta Polska tracking?

Electronic data means a shipment record exists, while physical acceptance means Poczta Polska or the origin postal operator has actually received and scanned the item.

13. Does arrival at customs mean my Poczta Polska parcel is cleared?

No, arrival at customs or an exchange office means import processing has started or is pending; release, payment request or delivery-unit transfer must be shown separately.

14. Can the Poczta Polska tracking number change after an international handoff?

Postal S10 numbers often remain usable across origin and destination posts, but local systems may add internal references or pickup notice numbers that are not replacements for the original tracking number.

15. Who handles last-mile delivery for Poczta Polska international shipments?

Poczta Polska handles last-mile delivery in Poland, while the destination postal operator such as USPS, Royal Mail, Deutsche Post or Japan Post normally handles last-mile delivery outside Poland.

16. Can businesses track Poczta Polska shipments through an API?

Businesses can use official Poczta Polska business tools where contracted and can use the 17TRACK API for multi-carrier tracking; a current unrestricted public Poczta Polska tracking API is not confirmed here.

17. Can 17TRACK change my Poczta Polska delivery address or approve a claim?

No, 17TRACK only displays available tracking information and cannot change addresses, release customs, approve compensation, issue refunds or stop a return.

Tracking API

// 1. Poczta Polska official tracking API
// Current public official tracking API not confirmed.
// Use the official eMonitoring page for consumer lookup:
// https://emonitoring.poczta-polska.pl/
// For business integrations, confirm current access, authentication,
// endpoints and terms directly with Poczta Polska before development.

// 2. 17TRACK API example
// Endpoint: POST https://api.17track.net/track/v2.4/register
// Headers:
//   17token: YourKey
//   Content-Type: application/json
// Body:
// The exact 17TRACK carrier code for Poczta Polska should be confirmed
// in your 17TRACK carrier list; keep CARRIER_CODE as a placeholder if unknown.

curl -X POST "https://api.17track.net/track/v2.4/register" \
  -H "17token: YourKey" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '[
    {
      "number": "XX123456785PL",
      "carrier": "CARRIER_CODE"
    }
  ]'

Sources & References

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