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About Correos de España

Correos de España, also known simply as Correos, is the national postal service of Spain. It was founded in 1716 and has since been responsible for delivering mail and packages across the country. Correos is a public company owned by the Spanish government and operates under the Ministry of Transport, Mobility, and Urban Agenda.
In addition to traditional mail services, Correos offers a range of other services, such as express delivery, logistics, and financial products. Correos plays an important role in facilitating communication and commerce within Spain and internationally. The company has expanded its services to include online tracking and delivery notifications, making it easier for customers to stay informed about their shipments.

Correos de España's Service Types

Correos de España is the national postal service of Spain, which offers a wide range of mailing and shipping services. Services provided by the company are as follows:

  • Postal Services: Correos offers several types of postal services, including standard delivery, urgent delivery, certified mail, registered mail, and international mail. These services allow customers to send letters, postcards, parcels, and other items domestically and internationally.
  1. Parcel Services: Correos provides various parcel delivery options, including standard delivery, express delivery, and home delivery. Customers can send domestic and international parcels up to 30 kg in weight using these services.

  2. Logistics and Distribution Services: Correos also offers logistics and distribution services for businesses, such as storage, picking, packing, and delivery. The company has a network of warehouses, vehicles, and distribution centers across Spain to support these services.

  3. E-commerce Solutions: Correos provides e-commerce solutions for online retailers, including warehousing, order management, fulfillment, and returns management. These services help online businesses to streamline their operations and improve their customer experience.

  4. Financial Services: Correos offers various financial services, including money transfers, payment collection, and insurance. Customers can send money domestically and internationally using Correos' "Correos Money" service, pay bills and taxes, and purchase insurance for their shipments.

Correos de España provides an extensive range of mailing, shipping, logistics, and financial services to individuals, businesses, and government organizations both domestically and internationally.

Correos de España's Service Regions

  • Mainland Spain: Correos provides comprehensive postal services across the Spanish mainland, including mail processing and delivery, parcel delivery, and express delivery.
  1. Balearic Islands: Correos operates in all the major islands of the Balearic Islands archipelago, including Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera. It offers mail, package, and express delivery services throughout the islands.

  2. Canary Islands: The postal service provider has a strong presence in the Canary Islands and covers all of the seven islands - Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. Correos provides mail, package, and express delivery services to both individuals and businesses in the region.

  3. Ceuta and Melilla: Correos also operates in both autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla located on the north coast of Africa. It provides local and international mail and package delivery services to the residents and businesses of these cities.

In addition to these regions, Correos offers international mailing services to more than 220 countries worldwide through its global network of partners. It also has a dedicated online portal where customers can track their packages, find post offices, and access other essential postal services.

Correos de España's Tracking Number Format

Correos de España uses a specific format for their tracking numbers. The tracking number format typically consists of 13 alphanumeric characters that are used to identify and track shipments within the Correos de España network.

The first two letters of the tracking number usually indicate the type of shipment. For example, "RR" is used for registered mail, while "CE" is used for express shipments. The following nine digits represent the unique identification number assigned to the shipment. The last two letters indicate the country of origin of the shipment.

  • For domestic shipments within Spain: two letters followed by nine digits (e.g., ES123456789).

  • For international shipments from Spain: two letters, followed by nine digits, and two more letters at the end (e.g., ES123456789XX).

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track my Correos order?

To track your Correos order, you can use the AfterShip tracking page. Here are the steps to follow:

  1. Find your tracking number;

  2. Visit the AfterShip Tracking Page by following this link: https://www.aftership.com/track.

  3. Enter your tracking number: On the tracking page, enter your Correos package tracking number and click the "Track" button.

  4. Review tracking information: After a moment, the website will display the current status of your package, including its last known location and estimated delivery date.

If you have any additional questions, please contact Correos customer service for further assistance.

How long does Correos take to deliver to USA?

Correos is the national postal service of Spain, and delivery times to the United States can vary depending on the type of service you choose.

Correos offers several international shipping options, including Priority International, EMS (Express Mail Service), and Economy International. Priority International typically takes 6-10 business days for delivery to the United States, while EMS can take 3-5 business days. Economy International may take longer, usually between 15-30 business days.

What is the post office called in Spain?

The post office in Spain is called Correos y Telégrafos, or simply Correos. It is a public postal service company that provides mail and parcel delivery services throughout Spain and internationally. Correos also offers other services such as banking, insurance, and express courier services. It has a large network of post offices and offers online services for customers to track their shipments and manage their postal needs.

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