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Opening a PO Box (Apartado de Correos) in Spain
How to rent a PO Box from Correos, and why it can be useful before you have a fixed address.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-15Setup can typically be completed the same day at a Correos office, subject to box availability at that branch.
This guide is not yet verified by Tuchati's editorial review — treat it as a helpful starting point, not a final legal answer.
Overview
An Apartado de Correos (PO Box) lets you receive mail and parcels at a fixed postal address managed by Correos, Spain's national postal service — useful if you're between addresses, want extra privacy, or need a reliable address before you're settled.
Requirements
- No special eligibility — available to residents and non-residents alike
Step-by-step process
- Visit your local Correos office to check PO Box availability and size options
- Choose a subscription length (typically quarterly or annual) and box size, based on how much mail/parcel volume you expect
- Provide your ID and complete the contract at the counter
- Collect your key or access code and start using your new postal address
Required documents
- Passport, NIE or DNI
Common mistakes
- Choosing too small a box size for expected parcel volume, leading to held items at the counter instead
- Not renewing before the subscription expires, which can result in losing the box to someone else on the waiting list
Practical tips
- A PO Box can be a practical interim address for online orders and official correspondence while you're still finding permanent housing
- Not every Correos branch has PO Boxes available — availability can vary, so check with your specific local office first
How Tuchati can help
If you need a reliable postal address while you're getting settled, Tuchati can help you find your nearest Correos office with availability.