The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Courier
In today’s fast-paced world dominated by online shopping, becoming a courier can be a lucrative career choice. This ultimate guide covers everything you need to know to get started.
Alexis Castaldo
The Shippr blog
Becoming a courier
What the job is actually like, and what it takes to start: registering as self-employed, the paperwork country by country, insurance, what you earn against what you spend, how handling time is paid, and how to invoice.
Written from the questions our own partner couriers ask us, not from a recruitment page. When you are ready, sign up with a motor vehicle or a cargo bike — the vehicle decides the work, not the other way round.
6 articles
Finding customers in transport: 8 actions to get started
Just starting out in transport? Looking to grow your network further? Whether you carry parcels in a car, a van or a refrigerated lorry, finding customers in transport takes...
Justine Demarque
What to eat on the road: the top 10 meal ideas
Spend your day behind the wheel, delivering parcels quickly and accurately? You drivers are the real everyday heroes, and you deserve far more than the usual truck-stop me...
Justine Demarque
Tired driving: 7 tips for maintaining your health on the road
How many hours per week do you spend behind the wheel? As delivery drivers, your job can be tough on the body. Between muscle pain, tension and stiffness, you...
Justine Demarque
Shippr partner delivery driver: what sectors are you going to deliver?
When you become a Shippr delivery partner, you are probably wondering what sectors you will be working in? We carry out delivery missions for more than 500 customers....
Justine Demarque
Your Guide to Becoming an HGV Driver in UK
Becoming a delivery driver is more than just handling a vehicle; it requires understanding regulations and safety standards. This guide provides comprehensive information on starting your HGV driving career in the UK.
Alexis Castaldo