How much does a PO box cost per month?

Renting a PO box at ALLSAFE costs €16.95 excluding VAT per month. For this price, you get your own PO box at an ALLSAFE location, email notifications when new mail arrives, and access to your mail from 06:00 to 23:00. For entrepreneurs, ALLSAFE also offers the option to rent a PO box with Chamber of Commerce registration.

At first glance, the answer may seem simple, but it is worth looking beyond just the monthly fee. When comparing PO box costs, you should also consider possible additional costs for parcels, the minimum rental period, and whether you want to use the PO box for private or business purposes.

In this article, we explain what a PO box costs per month, which additional costs may apply, and when renting a PO box can be useful for private individuals, entrepreneurs, and webshops.

What does a PO box cost per month?

At ALLSAFE, renting a PO box costs €16.95 excluding VAT per month. This price applies to your own PO box at an ALLSAFE location.

For this monthly price, you get:

your own PO box at ALLSAFE;
access to your PO box from 06:00 to 23:00;
mail delivery to your PO box on working days;
free email notifications when new mail arrives;
a notification showing who the mail is from;
the option to collect your mail whenever it suits you.

This means you do not have to check your PO box every day to see whether mail has arrived. You will automatically receive an email notification as soon as mail is ready for you.

Are there any additional costs for a PO box?

In addition to the monthly fee, there may be extra costs if you receive a large amount of mail, parcels, or shipments.

At ALLSAFE, if you have more than ten actions per month, €0.25 excluding VAT will be charged for each additional action. This amount is automatically invoiced on the first day of the following month.

Do you also receive parcels? Parcels can be accepted by the location manager. Because parcels usually do not fit inside a PO box, they are stored behind the counter for up to three days. This costs €1 per shipment.

If you also rent a storage unit in addition to your PO box, a parcel or pallet can also be placed inside your storage unit. The cost for this is €2.50 per shipment and €5 per pallet.

What do you get for the cost of a PO box?

A PO box is more than just a compartment where your mail is delivered. Especially at ALLSAFE, renting a PO box is about convenience, flexibility, and keeping an overview of your mail.

You receive a personal notification as soon as mail arrives. The notification also shows who the sender is. This means you do not have to drive to your PO box unnecessarily.

This is especially useful if you:

• are not always at home;
• regularly receive business mail;
• want to have parcels delivered without having to stay at home;
• want to keep private and business mail separate;
• want a fixed postal address that does not change when you move.

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What is the minimum rental period for a PO box?

The minimum rental period for a PO box at ALLSAFE is 6 months. This applies to both private and business use.

This is important to take into account when calculating the cost of a PO box. You do not pay for just one month, but should calculate based on a minimum rental period of 6 months.

Example calculation:

€16.95 per month x 6 months = €101.70 excluding VAT for the minimum rental period.

Any additional costs for parcels, pallets, or extra actions are added on top of this.

Renting a PO box for private use

A PO box is not only useful for businesses. Private individuals can also benefit from renting a PO box.

For example, a PO box can be useful if you often miss parcel deliveries, are frequently on the go, or prefer not to have important mail disappear among advertising leaflets at home.

A PO box for private use is useful if you:

want to receive your mail in one fixed location;
want to have parcels delivered without having to stay at home;
want to receive registered mail more easily;
want a better overview of important mail;
are moving soon and temporarily want to keep a fixed postal address.

Please note: a private PO box cannot be used as a registration address with the municipality. For official registration, you still need a current residential address where you are registered.

Renting a PO box for business use

For entrepreneurs, renting a PO box can be especially useful. It prevents business mail from ending up among your private mail and gives you a fixed address for business correspondence.

A business PO box is particularly useful for:

👉self-employed professionals;
webshops;
small business owners;
consultants;
freelancers;
entrepreneurs who are often on the go;
businesses that prefer not to use their private address everywhere.

At ALLSAFE, there is also an option for a PO box including Chamber of Commerce registration. In that case, the PO box address can serve as your company’s business address.

This is especially useful if you want to present your business professionally, but do not need office space.

What does a PO box with Chamber of Commerce registration cost?

At ALLSAFE, you can choose between a regular PO box and a PO box including Chamber of Commerce registration.

A regular PO box is intended for receiving mail. The option with Chamber of Commerce registration is intended for entrepreneurs who also want to use their PO box address as the registered business address of their company. The cost for this is €48.95 excluding VAT per month, plus the rental of a storage unit of at least 6 m³.

Because the right choice depends on your situation, it is wise to indicate during your application whether you need a regular PO box, a PO box with Chamber of Commerce registration, or are not yet sure which option you need.

PO box or business address: what is the difference?

A regular PO box is mainly intended for receiving mail. You use the PO box as a practical postal address.

A business address goes one step further. This address can be used to register your company with the Chamber of Commerce.

The difference is important:

Option	Suitable for
PO box	Receiving mail at a fixed location
PO box with Chamber of Commerce registration	Business address for entrepreneurs
Private address	Municipal registration / residential address

A PO box is therefore not the same as a residential address. You cannot use a PO box as a registration address with the municipality.

Is a PO box useful for webshops?

Yes, a PO box can be useful for webshops, especially if you work from home and want to keep your private and business mail separate.

For webshops, a PO box is useful because:

business mail does not arrive at your home;
returns can be processed more clearly;
parcels can be accepted;
customers do not necessarily have to see your private address;
you can collect your mail whenever it suits you.

• business mail does not arrive at your home;
• returns can be processed more clearly;
• parcels can be accepted;
• customers do not necessarily have to see your private address;
• you can collect your mail whenever it suits you.

If you also rent storage space at ALLSAFE, it can be even more useful to combine stock storage, parcel receipt, and your PO box.

This allows you to create a simple business base without immediately renting an expensive warehouse or office.

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PO box or parcel point: which is the smarter choice?

A parcel point is useful for occasional parcels. A PO box is the smarter choice if you regularly want to receive mail or parcels at a fixed location.

You mainly use a parcel point for individual orders. You use a PO box as a fixed address for mail, business correspondence, and, if needed, parcel receipt.

For entrepreneurs, a PO box is often more professional and easier to manage.

When is a PO box worth the cost?

A PO box is worth the cost when convenience, privacy, and a clear overview of your mail are important to you.

This is especially true if you:

are often not at home;
regularly receive mail or parcels;
want to keep business and private mail separate;
want a fixed postal address;
prefer not to use your private address for business mail;
want to collect your mail at a time that suits you.

At €16.95 excluding VAT per month, a PO box is especially interesting if you use the service regularly.

When is a PO box less useful?

A PO box is less useful if you hardly ever receive mail or only want to have an occasional parcel delivered.

It is also important to know that a PO box cannot be used as a municipal registration address. This means that if you are looking for a residential address or municipal registration, you will need a different solution.

Where can you rent a PO box?

At ALLSAFE, you can apply for a PO box at various locations throughout the Netherlands. This means there is often a location nearby where you can collect your mail.

This is useful if you are looking for a PO box in cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Arnhem, Nijmegen, Amersfoort, Den Bosch, or another city where ALLSAFE is located.

Because you have access from 06:00 to 23:00, you do not have to collect your mail during office hours. You decide when it suits you best.

Frequently asked questions about PO box costs

What does a PO box cost per month?

A PO box at ALLSAFE costs €16.95 excluding VAT per month.

What are the additional costs of a PO box?

If you have more than ten actions per month, you pay €0.25 excluding VAT for each additional action. For parcels stored behind the counter, you pay €1 per shipment.

What is the minimum rental period for a PO box?

The minimum rental period is 6 months.

Can I use a PO box as a Chamber of Commerce address?

At ALLSAFE, you can choose a PO box including Chamber of Commerce registration. In that case, the PO box address can also serve as your company’s registered business address.

Can I use a PO box as a municipal registration address?

No. A PO box cannot be used as a municipal registration address.

Can I receive parcels at my PO box address?

Yes. Parcels can be accepted by the location manager and stored behind the counter for up to three days. This costs €1 per shipment.

Can a parcel also be placed in my storage unit?

Yes, if you rent a storage unit at ALLSAFE, a parcel or pallet can be placed in your storage unit. Separate costs apply for this.

Is a PO box suitable for webshops?

Yes, especially for small webshops and entrepreneurs who want to keep their business mail, returns, and parcels separate from their private address.

What is the difference between a PO box and a business address?

A PO box is intended for receiving mail. A business address can be used for registration with the Chamber of Commerce.

When is a PO box worth it?

A PO box is especially worth it if you regularly receive mail or parcels, are often not at home, or want to keep your business mail separate from your private mail.