GlobalPost Invoicing in ShipStation

Updated May 05, 2026 19:18

GlobalPost Invoicing lets eligible U.S.-based shippers use GlobalPost services without prepaying for postage. Instead of funding a carrier wallet, your shipping charges are billed monthly.

Ideal for higher-volume international shippers who need more flexibility, clearer cost visibility, and easier reconciliation with their accounting.

Account Setup Required

GlobalPost Invoicing requires account setup and credit approval. To get started, contact your account representative or submit a request using the GlobalPost contact form.

Once approved, you’ll receive the credentials needed to connect GlobalPost in ShipStation

How It Works

With GlobalPost Invoicing, your shipping workflow stays the same—only how you pay changes:

Connect your GlobalPost account in ShipStation once your invoicing account is set up.
Create and print labels as usual.
Shipping charges are tracked throughout the billing cycle.
Receive a monthly invoice with a detailed breakdown.

Benefits

Flexible billing: Ship now and pay later without maintaining a prepaid balance.
Detailed cost visibility: View itemized charges for postage, duties, taxes, adjustments, and refunds.
Monthly invoices: Receive a single, consolidated invoice aligned with your billing cycle.
No change to rates: Continue using the same GlobalPost rates—no additional cost for invoicing.
Centralized shipping: Manage shipments in ShipStation while using GlobalPost.

Requirements

To use GlobalPost Invoicing, you must:

Be an eligible U.S.-based shipper
Have a GlobalPost invoicing account (requires account setup and credit approval)
Receive GlobalPost account credentials

Connect GlobalPost

Once your GlobalPost invoicing account is set up, connect it as a carrier in ShipStation:

Go to Account Settings.
Select Shipping, then choose Carriers from the sidebar.
Select the Your Carrier Accounts tab.
Select Add Carrier.
Select GlobalPost.
Enter your GlobalPost credentials.
Select Connect.

Billing & Invoices

Invoices are issued monthly and include a summary of your GlobalPost shipping activity.

What's Included in Your Invoice

Each invoice includes a summary of:

Total Postage (PTG)
Adjustments (ADJ)
Refunds (REF)
Duties and Taxes (DAT)
Pickup Fees (PUF)

Pay Your Invoice

Invoices can be paid using your preferred payment method. Billing details and payment instructions are provided during account setup and approval. For billing questions, contact arsupport@auctane.com.