How to prepare a parcel for delivery
A well-prepared parcel arrives intact and gets delivered on the first attempt. This checklist is general advice for any store or shop shipping within Lebanon. For anything specific to your shipments, such as size or weight limits, confirm with your delivery company first.
Published by MIK Express · Last updated: 7 November 2026
Choose the right box
Use a box that is strong enough for the contents and only slightly larger than the item. Too much empty space lets the item move and break; a box that is too tight can be crushed at the corners.
Reusing a box is fine if it is clean, dry and rigid. Remove or cover old labels so a courier cannot mistake them for the current address.
Protect the contents
Wrap each item separately and fill the gaps so nothing can move when you shake the box gently.
- Fragile items: wrap them in bubble wrap or soft padding and keep them away from the box walls.
- Liquids: seal the cap, put the bottle in a bag, and pack it upright with absorbent material.
- Clothing and soft goods: a protective bag keeps them clean and dry.
- Electronics: keep the original packaging if you have it and add padding around it.
Seal it properly
Use strong packing tape across every seam, not only the top. Tape the bottom the same way. A parcel that opens in transit is one of the easiest problems to prevent.
Label it clearly
A courier can only deliver what they can read. Put the label on the largest flat side, where it will not be folded over an edge.
- The recipient’s full name and a phone number that will be answered.
- The full address, including building, floor and a nearby landmark.
- The order reference or tracking reference, so any question can be answered quickly.
- For cash on delivery, the exact amount to collect, where your delivery company asks for it on the parcel.
Keep a record
Take a photo of the packed parcel before you seal it and keep it with the order. If something is damaged, a photo of what you packed and how you packed it makes any claim much simpler.
Before the courier arrives
Check that the parcel is closed and labelled, that the order details match the customer’s message, and that someone will be there at the agreed pickup time. If you ship regularly, a daily pickup at a consistent time keeps the routine simple.
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