UPS drop off locations include over 51,000 sites across the United States — UPS Store locations, UPS Access Points at retail chains like Walgreens and Staples, UPS self-service lockers, and UPS Customer Centers. You don’t need an appointment or account to drop off a pre-labeled package at any of them. Knowing which type of UPS drop off location fits your situation saves time and prevents missed pickup windows. For a complete overview of UPS services, see our UPS shipping guide. For more information, see UPS Locations and Access Points: Complete Guide for 2026.
What Types of UPS Drop Off Locations Exist?
UPS runs four main categories of drop-off sites. Each has different hours, services, and package acceptance rules.
- The UPS Store: Full-service shipping centers that accept packages, sell boxes and packing supplies, and can print your label on-site.
- UPS Access Points: Authorized retail partners — including Walgreens, CVS, Staples, Michaels, and select grocery stores — that accept pre-labeled packages and hold inbound deliveries for up to seven days.
- UPS Self-Service Lockers: Staffless kiosks located in Michaels and other retailers. You drop packages into a secure locker that UPS empties daily.
- UPS Customer Centers: UPS-operated facilities where you can drop off packages, file claims, and pick up packages that required a signature you couldn’t provide.
How to Find a UPS Drop Off Location Near You
The fastest way to find drop-off locations is the UPS locator at ups.com/dropoff. Enter your ZIP code and filter by drop-off type. The tool shows current hours, distance, and whether the location accepts the service type on your label (for example, not every Access Point accepts UPS Express envelopes).
Alternatively, the UPS Mobile app (iOS and Android) uses device location to show the nearest drop-off locations with current operating hours.
UPS Store Locations
There are approximately 5,400 UPS Store locations in the U.S. as of 2026. They are the most full-featured UPS drop off option — they accept all UPS service types, offer packaging services, can print labels from your email or USB drive, and provide notary services.
Most UPS Store locations are open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 7 PM, with reduced Saturday hours (typically 9 AM to 5 PM). Sunday hours vary by location. For UPS Store hours and services near you, check the store locator before making the trip.
Retail Chain Drop-Off Partner Locations
UPS Access Points are the most convenient drop-off locations for most shippers because the retail locations they’re embedded in often have longer hours than standalone UPS stores — including evenings and weekends.
As of 2026, major UPS Access Point retail partners include:
| Retailer | Approximate U.S. Locations | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Walgreens | 8,700+ | Open 7 days; pharmacies often open until 9 PM or later |
| CVS Pharmacy | 9,900+ | Select locations; verify via UPS locator |
| Staples | 1,000+ | Full copy and print services available alongside UPS |
| Michaels | 1,200+ | Also hosts UPS self-service lockers at many locations |
| Advance Auto Parts | 4,700+ | Extended hours in many markets |
Pre-labeled packages only — these retailers cannot print UPS labels. If you need to print a label before dropping off, visit a UPS Store or print at home. To learn more about one of the most widely used options, see our guide to dropping off UPS packages at Walgreens.
For a full breakdown of how Access Points work, what packages they accept, and how inbound parcel holding works, see our complete UPS Access Point guide.
UPS Self-Service Lockers
UPS Smart Pickup lockers are touchscreen kiosks found in select Michaels stores. You scan your pre-labeled package’s barcode, place the package in an available locker, and close the door. UPS collects from lockers once daily, typically in the afternoon. Lockers are available 24 hours at locations where the host store has 24-hour access (most do not).
Lockers are best for packages that fit standard locker dimensions — generally items under 16 × 13 × 8 inches. Oversized packages must be taken to a UPS Store or staffed Access Point.
UPS Customer Centers
UPS Customer Centers are the highest-capacity drop-off locations. They accept all package types including hazmat-certified shipments, oversized freight, and palletized items. Customer Centers also handle:
- Package intercept requests
- Hold-for-pickup collections (packages that required a missed signature)
- Claims processing for damaged or lost shipments
- On-site packaging and label printing
Customer Centers are typically open weekdays 8 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM. They are located at UPS distribution hubs — not always in convenient retail areas — so confirm hours and address before driving out.
What Packages Can You Drop Off at UPS Locations?
Most drop-off locations accept packages with a pre-printed UPS label (domestic or international) regardless of which platform generated the label. This includes labels from UPS.com, third-party platforms, and discount shipping platforms like ParcelPath that offer 60–89% off UPS retail rates.
Restrictions by location type:
- UPS Access Points and lockers — maximum weight 70 lbs per package; no hazardous materials; no packages requiring special handling (dry ice, lithium batteries over regulatory thresholds).
- UPS Store — accepts virtually all package types; staff can advise on hazmat restrictions.
- Customer Centers — fewest restrictions; can handle hazmat if properly declared and labeled.
Always check that your label is scannable (not printed on glossy paper or folded over a barcode) before arriving. A package without a scannable label will not be accepted at any drop-off location.
Save 60–89% Before You Drop Off
The label you print before dropping off determines the rate you pay. UPS retail counter rates are significantly higher than negotiated carrier rates. ParcelPath offers UPS Ground and UPS 2nd Day Air labels at 60–89% below UPS retail — with no subscription, no contract, and no minimum volume. Print the label, apply it to your package, and drop it at any UPS location.
For heavier freight that won’t fit standard UPS parcel service limits, PalletPath (ParcelPath’s LTL freight service) offers the same no-fee discount model on freight shipments.
Frequently Asked Questions About UPS Drop Off Locations
Can I drop off a UPS package at a Walgreens or CVS?
Yes. Both Walgreens (8,700+ locations) and CVS (select locations) are authorized UPS Access Points. You need a pre-printed UPS label on your package. No fees are charged for drop-off. Packages are held securely until UPS collects them, typically daily.
Do these locations accept packages without a label?
No UPS drop off location — including Access Points, lockers, or UPS Stores — accepts a package without a valid, scannable UPS label already applied. You must print the label before arriving. UPS Store staff can print a label for you if you have the shipment information.
How late can I drop off a package at a UPS location?
Cut-off times vary by location. UPS Stores typically stop accepting packages 30 to 60 minutes before closing. Access Points at 24-hour Walgreens locations accept packages around the clock, though UPS collects once daily. Check the specific location’s cut-off time via the UPS locator to ensure same-day processing.
Can I drop off a return package at any UPS location?
Yes, UPS return labels are accepted at all UPS drop off location types. For UPS Returns packages (pre-authorized returns provided by the shipper), UPS Store and Customer Center staff can also package the item for you if needed.
How do I find the closest UPS drop off location right now?
Visit ups.com/dropoff, enter your ZIP code or city, and filter by drop-off service. The UPS Mobile app also shows real-time locations with hours. Most urban areas have multiple UPS drop off locations within a few miles.
Sources
- UPS Drop-Off Locator — UPS.com (2026)
- UPS Access Point Program Overview — UPS.com (2026)
- Walgreens UPS Expansion Announcement
- ParcelPath on Instagram
Part of our UPS Locations and Access Points guide. Related: Access Point, UPS Locations, UPS Store Services.
