Hellenic Post (ELTA)
Main Office: Peridou Street (corner of Kydonias), Chania 73101
Hours: Mon–Fri 07:30–20:00, Sat 07:30–14:00
Regional Branches: Multiple smaller branches across Chania prefecture (e.g., Alikianos, Souda) open typically 07:30–14:00 Mon–Fri.
Delays & Tracking: Tracking entries may register within 1–2 business days International shipments can encounter customs delays—recipient may need to collect parcel in person or face return after ~30 days
🚚 Private Courier Companies
Major Providers in Chania:
- ACS Courier Gogoni Anagnostou 129 28210 92520
- ELTA Courier Anapafseos 10, Peridou 10 28210 74047, 28210 28444
- FedEx Agent Gogoni Anagnostou 86 28210 74551
- Speedex Kelaidi Partheniou 60 28210 88815
- Geniki Tachydromiki Anapafseos 28 28212 00100
- Easy Mail Efedron Polemiston 5 28210 94529
International Courier:
DHL Service Point: Dexamenis Square (Agios Ioannis) | Mon–Fri 09:00–19:00
🔑 Tips & Best Practices
- Choose based on urgency:
- ELTA & ACS for affordable domestic shipping
- DHL/FedEx for reliable express or international
- Track online: Courier shipments update quickly; ELTA tracking may take 1–2 days after drop-off
- Customs caution: Declare goods properly, be aware of VAT/duty on arrival—recipient may need passport/ID and payment
- Packaging guidelines: For liquids like olive oil, use sturdy wooden boxes or approved packaging; otherwise courier may refuse item
- Shipping documents: ELTA’s web-labeling system makes international shipping cost-effective (~€7–11 for small tracked parcel)
- Pick-up convenience: Many courier companies offer door-to-door pick-up in Chania