The Kiwi Express Oversize network moves oversized items with speed and visibility, giving customers the same experience for all their deliveries. As part of the Freightways brand, their technology supports seamless integration with Shippit.
Benefits of using Kiwi Express Oversize
Renowned provider
Good serviceability New Zealand wide
Ideal for large, bulky, and palletised freight
💡NOTE: Kiwi Express Oversize services are available for domestic shipments within New Zealand only. To be eligible to use a Kiwi Express Oversize service, you must have a registered New Zealand entity address in your Shippit account.
Services available
Shippit partner account:
Currently not available
BYO account:
Kiwi Express Oversize standard service = Shippit standard service level
Signature, Authority to leave
Serviceability
Kiwi Express Oversize offers serviceability New Zealand wide.
Compatibility
See the carrier overview matrix for full compatibility, limitations, and restrictions.
For a full list of restrictions on the Kiwi Express Oversize network, please see their website.
| Kiwi Express Oversize standard service |
Max dead weight | 50kg |
Max cubic weight | 0.5m³ |
Max length | 2.2m |
Kiwi Express Oversize is suitable for:
Bulky goods
Consolidated and palletised freight
Kiwi Express Oversize is not suitable for:
Satchels and small freight
Dangerous goods
Alcohol
Fragile goods
Perishables and foodstuffs
Prohibited, restricted, and dangerous goods
This section contains a current list of goods accepted in the Kiwi Express Oversize network, however this is subject to change. For the most up to date information please always refer to their terms and conditions.
Prohibited goods
Satchels and small freight
Dangerous goods
Alcohol
Fragile goods
Perishables and foodstuffs
High value goods, includes:
Bullion, cash, coins, negotiable instruments, securities or bearer securities, bank cards, and traveller’s cheques.
Precious stones or metals, jewellery, watches, stocks, bonds, antiques, vintage or collectible items, paintings, and any works of art.
Passports, national ID cards, original copies of other identity, travel, ownership ,or legal documents.
Second hand car parts
Activated cards (loaded with monetary value), tickets for games of chance, event tickets, and gift cards
Keys or personal effects
Restricted goods
All restricted goods must have prior approval from the carrier prior to activation and shipping, including palletised freight.
Dangerous goods
Kiwi Express Oversize do not accept any type of dangerous goods in their network
Packaging guidelines
Items should be wrapped in a way that will ensure safety for the delivery person and the customer. It is your responsibility to package items correctly. Packaging should comply with New Zealand consumer and transport laws.
For more information about packaging, see the recommended packaging guidelines article.
For more information about shipping bulky freight, see the shipping bulky goods article.
Surcharges
Charges that can be identified at the time of booking are included in the API quote at the time of booking however additional surcharges may apply for undeclared goods or special goods.
For more information, see the carrier surcharge article.
Insurance
If you have insurance included in your own BYO account, this carries over with your BYO integration.
Alternatively, you can enable Shippit Transit Protection to cover the retail value of your goods if lost or damaged during transit.
Pickup and collection
Contact Kiwi Express Oversize directly for all BYO collection and delivery support.
You can contact Kiwi Express Oversize by phone on 0800 113 911 or send a message online.
Activation
Shippit account
We currently do not offer a Shippit account integration.
Setting up a BYO account
To set up your BYO integration, contact the Shippit Configuration Team with your account details. You will need to have all of your carrier account credentials ready.
Our team review your details and usually get back to you in 1-3 business days however BYO account activation can take 1-2 weeks to complete.