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Carrier tracking

PostNL tracking API

PostNL is a domestic carrier serving NL, EU routes. Trace accepts the PostNL carrier code (postnl) and returns a normalized tracking timeline when a source provides usable data.

Use the Trace package tracking API to track PostNL shipments without integrating directly with PostNL's own systems. Send a tracking number, and Trace detects the carrier automatically where possible or accepts the code explicitly.

Carrier type

domestic

Regions

NL, EU

Carrier code

postnl

Track PostNL in one request

Automatic detection covers selected number formats. For ambiguous or unlisted formats, send the carrier code explicitly (postnl); a listed code does not guarantee live events. Send a tracking number to the Trace API and receive a normalized event timeline.

curl -X POST https://api.traceapi.dev/v1/track \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer trc_test_key" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"tracking_number":"YOUR_TRACKING_NUMBER"}'

PostNL tracking FAQ

Does Trace support PostNL tracking?

Yes. Trace accepts the postnl carrier code and returns a normalized event timeline for PostNL shipments when a source provides usable data.

How do I track PostNL packages with Trace?

Send a POST request to /v1/track with the tracking number and, for ambiguous formats, the carrier code postnl. Trace returns normalized statuses and dated events with timestamps and locations.

Is PostNL detected automatically?

Automatic detection covers selected number formats. For ambiguous or unlisted formats, send the carrier code explicitly (postnl); a listed code does not guarantee live events.

Start tracking PostNL for free.

Create an account, generate an API key, and track your first PostNL package in under two minutes.