Need to track a China Post package? Enter your China Post tracking number below to get live shipment status instantly. China Post is China's national postal service and one of the most widely used carriers for low-cost international shipping from Chinese sellers, particularly for lightweight items where speed is less of a priority than cost.
China Post Tracking Number Format — How to Find It
China Post tracking numbers typically follow this format: R/C/E + 9 digits + CN
Example: RR123456785CN
You'll usually find your China Post tracking number on your shipping receipt, order confirmation email, or the waybill slip attached to your package at pickup.
How China Post Shipping Works
China Post shipments typically move through the international postal network (UPU), meaning they are handed off to the destination country's national postal service — such as Pakistan Post, USPS, or Royal Mail — for final delivery rather than being delivered directly by China Post itself.
Because China Post relies on postal network handoffs, customs clearance happens in the destination country under that country's postal customs process, which is often slower than courier-led clearance but may also have a higher chance of being exempt from duties on low-value items.
Typical delivery time: Within China: 2-5 business days. 15-45 business days depending on destination and the receiving postal service.
Common Tracking Status Meanings
Label Created - Shipping label generated, awaiting courier pickup
Picked Up - Courier has collected the package from sender
In Transit - Package is moving between sorting facilities
Arrived at Hub - Package at local distribution center
Customs Clearance - Package being processed by customs
Out for Delivery - On delivery vehicle for final delivery
Delivered - Package successfully delivered to recipient
China Post Tracking Not Working? Common Reasons Why
If your China Post tracking isn't updating, here's what's usually going on:
24-48 hour delay: First scan may take up to 2 days after pickup
Weekend or holiday: No scans on non-business days
Customs hold: International packages may be delayed for inspection
Incorrect tracking number: Verify with your sender
If there's no update after several business days, double check the tracking number against your order confirmation, then reach out to China Post's own customer support if the issue persists.
Where do I find my China Post tracking number? Your China Post tracking number is printed on the shipping receipt or waybill given at pickup, and is also usually included in the order confirmation or shipping notification email from whoever sent the package.
Why does my China Post tracking switch to a different postal service? Once the shipment reaches the destination country, it is typically handed off to that country's national postal operator for final delivery, which uses its own tracking system.
Is China Post tracking less detailed than express couriers? Yes — postal network tracking generally shows fewer checkpoint scans than express couriers like DHL or FedEx, since postal handling favors cost efficiency over frequent scanning.
What if China Post tracking shows delivered but I didn't receive my package? Contact China Post directly as soon as possible. Check with neighbors or household members first, and ask the carrier for proof-of-delivery details such as a photo or signature if available.
Is OG Track free to use for China Post tracking? Yes, OG Track's China Post tracking lookup is completely free with no signup required.