This store must be your primary business and have a customer counter so you can receive packages. UPS requires that your store has regular hours of operation on weekdays (Monday through Friday). You may decide if you are open on Saturdays. [2] X Research source

You’ll also need a calibrated scale that measures at least 100 pounds (45 kg).

After reviewing your eligibility and application, UPS will contact you to let you know if your application was approved and advise you of the next steps.

Fill out the form with your contact information, shop type, accepted payments, and store hours. Be sure to submit the application when you’ve filled in all of the required information. [5] X Research source You don’t need an online store to become a UPS Access Point. Contact UPS directly with any questions about the application process.

You’ll also accept parcels and packages from UPS drivers and store them at your location so UPS customers can come and pick up their packages at their convenience.

Fill in details such as your contact information, information about your store including the size and business hours, your annual sales, the average number of customers you serve daily, and all other required fields. After submitting the form, an account manager from PEC will evaluate whether or not a UPS Authorized Service Provider would be viable at your location.

Additional contact information will be provided to you for support once your UPS Authorized Service Provider begins operation.

As an independent retailer, you will receive support mostly from PEC. PEC’s primary role will be increasing traffic to your store. They do this by providing almost everything you need. Specifically, PEC will provide UPS certified software and signs, hardware, training, marketing material, and round-the-clock live support.