How to Integrate Australia Post Shipping in Magento 2? 

If you want a flexible alternative to the default flat-rate shipping method, Australia Post shipping is the right solution for you. 

In this piece, learn how to integrate Australia Post Shipping in Magento 2, along with some benefits that come with this integration. 

Let’s start with the basics. 

What is Australia Post Shipping? 

Australia Post Shipping is a postal service in Australia that covers both domestic and international markets, so you are serving shoppers not only from Australia but also from all around the world. 

The shipping service is known for its:

• Seamless integrations with eCommerce platforms like Magento, Shopify, and more
• Cost-effective shipping solution with fast delivery options
• Green initiative as it offers carbon-neutral parcel deliveries

While the default Magento 2 store doesn’t have a built-in feature to implement this shipping method, the Meetanshi Magento 2 Australia Post Shipping comes in handy. 

Using this shipping extension, you can:

• Set and charge extra prices for domestic and international service
• Enable multiple shipping services from a pre-made list from the admin panel
• Fetch live shipping rate based on the shoppers location and display them accordingly 

Steps to Add Australia Post shipping to Magento 2 (Using an Extension)

Follow these simple steps to implement Australia Post Shipping in your Magento 2 store. 

Step 1: Enable and Integrate the Extension 

Step 2: Select Australia Post Shipping Options 

Step 3: Add Product Configurations 

Step 1: Enable and Integrate the Extension 

Firstly, download the Meetanshi Magento 2 Australia Post Shipping extension.

Then, navigate to Stores > Configuration > Australia Post Shipping to configure integration settings. 

• Enable: Enable the extension
• Title: Enter a title to show the shipping method at checkout
• Sandbox Mode: Option to activate or deactivate sandbox mode. (If you choose to activate Sandbox Mode, fill in details like Sandbox / Live API User ID, Sandbox / Live API Password, and
• Sandbox / Live Account Number)
• Weight: Select the shipment weight between “Kilograms” and “Pounds”
• Use Contract Rates: Select “Yes” if you want to use contract rates for the shipping calculation
  

Step 2: Select Australia Post Shipping Options 

Now, you will have to select various methods and satchel services from a pre-made list in the extension dashboard. 

Parcel & Letters 

• Domestic Methods for Parcel – Select a domestic method option from Standard, Express, and Courier for your parcel
• International Methods for Parcel – Select shipping methods for international parcels
• Domestic Methods for Letter Select domestic methods for letters from Regular Letter Small/Medium/Large, etc
• International Methods for Letter Select the international methods for letters like Courier, Express, etc

Satchel Service

After this, select a Satchel Service from a pre-made list. 

Other Settings 

• Disable Signature on Delivery Services: Option to show or hide signature on delivery services
• Disable Extra Cover Services: Option to enable or disable extra cover services
• Parcel Post Shipment Product ID: Select an appropriate product ID for parcel post shipments
• Express Post Shipment Product ID: Select the product ID for express post shipments
• Other Method Product ID: Select relevant product IDs like EXPRESS EPARCEL ID&V2, APGL WW, etc

Step 3: Add Product Configurations 

Then, scroll down, and you will notice some configurations related to the products. Add them according to your preference. 

• If Order Contains Overweight: Option to show an error message or ship the item separately
• Enable Safe Drop: Select yes/no to offer a safe drop option
• Enable Partial Delivery: Option to ship items partially or together
• Enable Authority to Leave: Select if delivery package can be left with any need of signature
• Default Dimensions: Set default dimensions like length, weight, and height when the details are not provided
• Handling Fee: Add any extra fee for handling or packaging expenses

• Ship to Applicable Countries & Specific Countries: Select the countries for the shipping method. By default, all the countries are selected.
• Displayed Error Message: Set a default error message when the shipping method is not available 
• Show Method if not Applicable: Option to show Australia Post shipping method even if unavailable
• Sort Order: Set the display order of the shipping method
• Print Output Format: Set a format for printed shipping labels
• Debug Log: Enable logging of system errors for troubleshooting
  

And with this, you have completed your Magento 2 Australia Post Shipping configuration. 🎉

After this, the shipping method will be visible to your shoppers on the checkout page, where they can select their preferred shipping method and complete their purchase. 

Make Your Magento 2 Store More Flexible 

Setting up the Australia Post Shipping makes your checkout process faster, resulting in a better shopping experience.

Likewise, adding different payment methods reduces the cart abandonment rate since 25% of shoppers leave the cart due to limited payment options. 

Adding popular payment solutions makes it easier to complete the purchase. 

Again, if you wish to go beyond the default payment option, the Magento 2 payment extensions are a perfect choice — easily integrate with popular payment options like PayPal, CC Avenue, and more. 

 Leverage on shipping and payment flexibility to never lose interest from shoppers again.