Austrian Post delivery tracking


Austrian Post Tracking Numbers


What is an Austrian Post Tracking Number?


An Austrian Post (Österreichische Post AG) tracking number is a unique reference code assigned to trackable shipments sent through Austria's national postal service. It allows senders and recipients to follow a parcel's journey from acceptance to final delivery, both within Austria and internationally.


Where to Find Austrian Post Tracking Numbers


For items sent at a post office counter, the tracking number appears on the posting receipt. Online shoppers receive it in the shipping confirmation email from the retailer. Tracking can be done via the official Austrian Post Track and Trace page at post.at, or through third-party services such as trackingmore.com, parcelsapp.com, and 17track.net.


Austrian Post Tracking Number Formats


Austrian Post tracking numbers generally follow two formats:

  • International UPU format: Two letters + nine digits + country code AT (13 characters total), e.g., EE123456789AT or CA482156827DE for inbound items from Germany.
  • Domestic numeric format: A long numeric string, e.g., 1011236513864670170531, used for domestic parcels and express items.


Austrian Post Tracking Statuses


Common Austrian Post Tracking Statuses and Their Meanings

Original StatusTranslated StatusDescriptionAction Required
Electronic order information was provided by the sender
The sender has submitted shipment data electronically, but Austrian Post has not yet physically received the item.No action needed; await physical acceptance.
Item received
Austrian Post has physically accepted the item at a post office or collection point.No action needed.
Item forwarded to country of destination
The item has been handed to an international carrier and is en route to the destination country.No action needed.
Item in distribution
The item is being processed at a sorting or distribution center.No action needed.
Item in delivery
The item is out with a postal carrier and is being delivered to the recipient's address today.Ensure someone is available at the address to receive the item.
Addressee not present – notified
A delivery attempt was made but no one was available; a notification card has been left.Arrange re-delivery or collect the item from the indicated post office.
Item arrived in Austrian Post pick-up box
The item has been placed in an automated parcel locker (Post Box) for self-service collection.Collect the item from the designated pick-up box using the provided code.
Item ready for pick-up
The item is available for collection at a post office or pick-up point.Visit the designated post office or pick-up location with your ID.
Item delivered
The item has been successfully delivered to the recipient.No action needed; confirm receipt.
Delay due to incorrect distribution
The item was sent to an incorrect sorting facility and is being rerouted, causing a delay.No action needed; monitor for updated delivery date.
Return / Addressing error
The item could not be delivered due to an address error and is being returned to the sender.Contact the sender to correct the address and arrange re-shipment.


Comparison of Austrian Post Mailing Services


ServicePricing StructureDelivery SpeedFeatures
Post Express (Domestic)Weight-based; premium pricingNext business day by 13:00Full tracking, signature on delivery, insurance up to €1,500, optional Saturday delivery to major cities
Post Express InternationalWeight- and zone-based; premium pricingOvernight to major EU cities; 2 business days to most of EuropeFull tracking, signature on delivery, priority handling
Registered MailWeight-based; standard pricingNext business day domestically; 1–7 days within EuropeProof of posting, tracking, signature on delivery, insurance up to €75
Standard Parcel (Domestic)Weight-based; standard pricing1–2 business days domesticallyTracking, delivery notification, option for parcel locker delivery
EMS (International Express Mail)Weight- and zone-basedVaries by destination; priority international serviceFull tracking, priority customs handling, delivery confirmation


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