{"id":12929,"date":"2021-03-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-21T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-alliance-virtual-office-blog.pantheonsite.io\/?p=12929"},"modified":"2025-04-04T07:26:57","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T11:26:57","slug":"how-to-start-a-courier-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/how-to-start-a-courier-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start a Courier Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#How-to-Start-a-Courier-Business-with-Amazon\"><strong>How to start a Courier Business with Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Why-Start-a-Courier-Business?\"><strong>Why Start a Courier Business?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Infographic: <a href=\"#How-To-Start-a-Courier-Business-Infographic\">How to Start a Courier Business<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q: How much does it cost to start a courier business?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A:<\/strong> You can start a courier business with very little capital outlay provided you already own a vehicle and you can run the business from your home. But costs can vary depending on your approach. For instance, you can quickly start a courier business for $10,000 delivering solely for Amazon in Amazon branded vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our easy step-by-step guide, we\u2019ll walk you through how to start a courier business from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re starting out as a self-employed driver or you\u2019re planning to build your own fleet of vehicles, this guide covers everything you need to know to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Why-Start-a-Courier-Business?\">Why Start a Courier Business?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#How-to-Start-a-Courier-Business\">How to Start a Courier Business<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Set-Up-Your-Business\">Set Up Your Business<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<a name=\"How-To-Start-a-Courier-Business-Infographic\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-4e59bbb ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-4e59bbb-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-4e59bbb-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-5747f18 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\">Get Your FREE Guide Today!<\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">How to Start a Business in a Recession <\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-5d98db9 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 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src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/02-why-Start-courier-business.png\" alt=\"Why Start a Courier Business? section\" class=\"wp-image-13116\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" title=\"Why Start a Courier Business? section\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/02-why-Start-courier-business.png 500w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/02-why-Start-courier-business-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/02-why-Start-courier-business-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/02-why-Start-courier-business-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Why-Start-a-Courier-Business?\">Why Start a Courier Business?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to work more flexibly and choose your own schedule?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for an opportunity to become your own boss?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want the opportunity to manage your own income and growth potential?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A courier business could be for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you might imagine, the Covid-19 pandemic has fueled the need for delivery drivers, as more and more people have been shopping online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-8cb68b7 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block ugb--has-bottom-separator\"><div class=\"ugb-bottom-separator\"><div class=\"ugb-separator-wrapper\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 1600 200\" class=\"ugb-separator__layer-1\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M-10 210h1620V105.2H-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-8cb68b7-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-8cb68b7-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-d74ba95 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-d74ba95-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-36fd589 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-36fd589-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-text ugb-text ugb-571e794 ugb-text--design-plain ugb-text--columns-1 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text\"><p class=\"ugb-text__text-1\">For example, e-commerce sales in the US were <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcg.com\/en-gb\/publications\/2020\/can-delivery-companies-keep-up-with-the-ecommerce-boom\">58% h<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcg.com\/en-gb\/publications\/2020\/can-delivery-companies-keep-up-with-the-ecommerce-boom\" target=\"_blank\">i<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcg.com\/en-gb\/publications\/2020\/can-delivery-companies-keep-up-with-the-ecommerce-boom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gher<\/a> during the third week of March 2020 than the same period in 2019.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-e8c8648 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-e8c8648-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/24-1.png\" alt=\"For example, e-commerce sales in the US were 58% higher during the third week of March 2020 than the same period in 2019. - statistic icon\" class=\"wp-image-13091\" style=\"width:259px;height:258px\" title=\"For example, e-commerce sales in the US were 58% higher during the third week of March 2020 than the same period in 2019. - statistic icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/24-1.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/24-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/24-1-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-83d200f ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block ugb--has-custom-content-width\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-83d200f-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-2d67934 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-2d67934-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/25.png\" alt=\"During that same time frame, 20% of consumers in the US ordered groceries online for the first time ever. - statistic icon\" class=\"wp-image-13092\" style=\"width:229px;height:228px\" title=\"During that same time frame, 20% of consumers in the US ordered groceries online for the first time ever. - statistic icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/25.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/25-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/25-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-a4e3ecc ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-a4e3ecc-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-text ugb-text ugb-0810558 ugb-text--design-plain ugb-text--columns-1 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text\"><p class=\"ugb-text__text-1\"><strong>During that same time frame, 20% of consumers in the US ordered groceries online for the first time ever.<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All those e-commerce sales need delivery drivers. Any uptick in online shopping has a corresponding effect on shipping requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s where couriers come in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even before the pandemic, demand for delivery drivers was <a href=\"https:\/\/qz.com\/1814110\/delivery-jobs-are-the-fastest-growing-in-the-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">growing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-4773882 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-4773882-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-4773882-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-ae0bd8f ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-ae0bd8f-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-d5a6bbd ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-d5a6bbd-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-text ugb-text ugb-b119d9a ugb-text--design-plain ugb-text--columns-1 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text\"><p class=\"ugb-text__text-1\">From January 2018 to January 2020, the number of workers in the \u201ccourier and messenger\u201d industry jumped from 690,000 to 850,000 (Bureau of Labor Statistics).<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-f5ca03e ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-f5ca03e-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/26-1.png\" alt=\"From January 2018 to January 2020, the number of workers in the \u201ccourier and messenger\u201d industry jumped from 690,000 to 850,000 (Bureau of Labor Statistics). - statistic icon\" class=\"wp-image-13093\" title=\"From January 2018 to January 2020, the number of workers in the \u201ccourier and messenger\u201d industry jumped from 690,000 to 850,000 (Bureau of Labor Statistics). - statistic icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/26-1.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/26-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/26-1-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During those two years, this was the fastest growth rate of employment in any industry (with at least 500,000 people employed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As shoppers become more comfortable shopping online, it\u2019s fair to say that there are plenty of courier business opportunities available right now &#8212; and it\u2019s an industry with good growth potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only that, the startup costs are relatively low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p 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class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-9805051-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\twindow.hsFormsOnReady = window.hsFormsOnReady || [];\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\twindow.hsFormsOnReady.push(()=>{\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\thbspt.forms.create({\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tportalId: 20748621,\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tformId: \"bcd80fa2-2c93-4a75-a4f9-0f080afd873b\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttarget: \"#hbspt-form-1782834600000-0336277602\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tregion: \"na1\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t})});\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hbspt-form\" id=\"hbspt-form-1782834600000-0336277602\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But you won\u2019t need an office, a warehouse, or a fixed business location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can theoretically start your business from home, by yourself, providing you take time to plan and cost out your venture thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, let\u2019s take a closer look at how to start a courier business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/03-how-Start-courier-business.png\" alt=\"How to Start a Courier Business section\" class=\"wp-image-13117\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" title=\"How to Start a Courier Business section\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/03-how-Start-courier-business.png 500w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/03-how-Start-courier-business-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/03-how-Start-courier-business-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/03-how-Start-courier-business-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How-to-Start-a-Courier-Business\">How to Start a Courier Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is to choose the type of courier business you want to run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-83e742c ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-83e742c-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-83e742c-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-95a22ba ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\">There are many different <br>types of courier businesses to choose from:<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-ae591e4 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-ae591e4-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-ae591e4-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-0bb1822 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-0bb1822-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-03e8479 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-03e8479-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-15.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - bicycle courier - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12958\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-15.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-15-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-15-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-aad7f89 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-aad7f89-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-1c0493e ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Bicycle courier<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Best for big cities, as it\u2019s one of the fastest ways to get around a dense urban environment. The startup costs are lower, as bikes are obviously much cheaper to buy and run than vans or trucks.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-cf762cb ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-cf762cb-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-adfd48f ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-adfd48f-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-12.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - motorcycle courier - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12959\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" title=\"There are many different  types of courier businesses to choose - motorcycle courier - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-12.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-12-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/2-12-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-a579f96 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-a579f96-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-658b71c ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Motorcycle courier<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Useful for city centers, but also good for suburban areas with more sprawl. They can carry more weight than bicycles too.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-7332f23 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-7332f23-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-52418ab ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-52418ab-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3-13.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - van courier - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12960\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" title=\"There are many different  types of courier businesses to choose - van courier - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3-13.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3-13-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/3-13-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-de26fa2 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-de26fa2-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-f688352 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Van courier<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">If you\u2019re considering delivering large parcels over longer distances, a van is your best bet. You can economize by carrying multiple loads in the same vehicle.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-bc84c52 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-bc84c52-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-fb6d183 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-fb6d183-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4-10.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - dron delivery - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12961\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" title=\"There are many different  types of courier businesses to choose - dron delivery - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4-10.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4-10-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/4-10-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-d3b5a8b ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-d3b5a8b-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-61a93f0 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Drone delivery service<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">This is a very specialized and novel delivery method, but one that a growing number of suppliers are testing. There are risks involved with attempting to \u2018get ahead of the curve\u2019, but the advantage is that you\u2019ll also get ahead of the competition.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-fb4ff7b ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-fb4ff7b-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-696c3c1 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-696c3c1-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/international-courier.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - international courier service - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12981\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" title=\"There are many different  types of courier businesses to choose - international courier service - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/international-courier.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/international-courier-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/international-courier-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-b773d71 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-b773d71-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-a64f554 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>International courier service<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">This requires a solid business plan and a large amount of startup capital. Experience of logistics comes in handy too.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-091a023 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-091a023-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-2d644f6 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-2d644f6-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5-17.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - same day delivery courier - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12962\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" title=\"There are many different  types of courier businesses to choose - same day delivery courier - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5-17.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5-17-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/5-17-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-26476af ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-26476af-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-a3f8e4b ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Same-day delivery courier<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">As more people shop online and get used to buying and receiving items the same day (think Amazon Prime), the more demand will grow for same-day courier services.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-48c6420 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-48c6420-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-17ce208 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-17ce208-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10.png\" alt=\"There are many different \ntypes of courier businesses to choose - specialist - icon\" class=\"wp-image-12964\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" title=\"There are many different  types of courier businesses to choose - specialist - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-10-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-324968c ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-324968c-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-67b9300 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Specialist<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Certain industries or suppliers require a specialist courier service. For example, medical or healthcare couriers; hazardous items; or temperature controlled delivery for frozen foods.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each niche or business type has its advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While niche or specialist requirements are typically more lucrative, the opportunities may be harder to come by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might find it beneficial to start out as a \u2018standard\u2019 courier, serving a wide range of customers, and begin specializing depending on the customers you work with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-d2272ca ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-d2272ca-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-f54d648 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-f54d648-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/27-1.png\" alt=\"Develop a Business Plan icon\" class=\"wp-image-13083\" title=\"Develop a Business Plan icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/27-1.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/27-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/27-1-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-c7d24aa ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-c7d24aa-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Develop a Business Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business plan is an essential component of every startup business.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of it as a roadmap for your courier business (no pun intended).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It will guide you through each stage of starting and running your business, and will help with growth too. A future investor or partner will always ask to see your business plan, so it pays to start one sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with plenty of research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read articles (like you\u2019re doing now) to identify your competition, to assess the costs involved, and to better understand current and future trends of the courier sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Identify where the demand exists. Are local businesses struggling with delivery? Are there \u201cgaps\u201d in the supply chain that can be filled? Can you offer a lower rate than existing courier services within your area?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your business plan should also set short-term and long-term goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s what your business plan should include:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-scaled.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1059\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"How to Start a Courier Business - infographic\" class=\"wp-image-13134\" title=\"How to Start a Courier Business - infographic\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-scaled.jpg 1059w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-124x300.jpg 124w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-423x1024.jpg 423w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-768x1857.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-635x1536.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-847x2048.jpg 847w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-750x1814.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/05-Business-plan-checklist-1140x2757.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1059px) 100vw, 1059px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more about what to include in a business plan on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sba.gov\/business-guide\/plan-your-business\/write-your-business-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SBA<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may sound daunting, but remember that your business plan will change and grow with your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key is to be as detailed as possible now, so you can get the help you need to start your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-a5bb66e ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-a5bb66e-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-4736303 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-4736303-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/28.png\" alt=\"Get Your Vehicle(s) Ready - icon\" class=\"wp-image-13081\" title=\"Get Your Vehicle(s) Ready - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/28.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/28-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/28-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-a15f01f ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-a15f01f-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Your Vehicle(s) Ready<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your choice of vehicle will depend on your courier business model, or niche.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a city-based business delivering small items, a motorbike fleet could do the trick. Or to transport large items across long distances, a comfortable van or a pickup truck with a covered bed could do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might want to stick with your own personal vehicle to start with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way, you will avoid spending too much money in the early stages of your startup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you have the necessary startup capital, you might want to start with just one vehicle to minimize risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of your chosen vehicle, it <strong>must<\/strong> be safe and reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the same way that a construction worker needs good tools, and a web designer requires a powerful laptop, this vehicle will become your livelihood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is it reliable and cost-efficient? Can you drive it comfortably for hours on end?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure your vehicle has a clean bill of health. Check into&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-dbed515 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-dbed515-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-3c8f1f2 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-3c8f1f2-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/29.png\" alt=\"Get Your Equipment Together - icon\" class=\"wp-image-13082\" title=\"Get Your Equipment Together - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/29.png 250w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/29-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/29-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-1f166a2 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-1f166a2-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Your Equipment Together<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to consider equipment, such as how to secure your load and how you\u2019ll transport items from van to door.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will also need to consider logistics and communications to help you get from A to B (think sat nav, cell phones, chargers, in-car comms, etc).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a handy checklist to get you started:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1459\" height=\"2119\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist.jpg\" alt=\"handy checklist - how to start your courier business - infographic\" class=\"wp-image-13135\" title=\"handy checklist - how to start your courier business - infographic\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist.jpg 1459w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-705x1024.jpg 705w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-768x1115.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-1058x1536.jpg 1058w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-1410x2048.jpg 1410w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-750x1089.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/06-Courier-equipment-checklist-1140x1656.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1459px) 100vw, 1459px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/04-set-up-courier-business.png\" alt=\"Set Up Your Business - section\" class=\"wp-image-13118\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" title=\"Set Up Your Business - section\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/04-set-up-courier-business.png 500w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/04-set-up-courier-business-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/04-set-up-courier-business-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/04-set-up-courier-business-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Set-Up-Your-Business\">Set Up Your Business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now it\u2019s time to consider the type of business you want to run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to make this decision sooner rather than later, as you\u2019ll need it when applying for a business license and a federal tax identification number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose between:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>LLC:<\/strong> A Limited Liability Company (LLC) protects your personal property, as it is deemed separate from your business, providing you follow certain guidelines of keeping your business separate from your personal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sole proprietorship:<\/strong> This is the entry level for entrepreneurs &#8212; it automatically comes into play when you start engaging in business by and for yourself. However, there is no protection for your personal assets; if you are sued or become unable to pay business debts, you are personally liable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corporation:<\/strong> Registering your business as a corporation is the next level up from an LLC. Corporations are unique entities and you must adhere to a different tax structure. The tax for these entities is charged at a corporate tax rate rather than a personal one, and is based on the profits made rather than gross income.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/the-importance-of-using-a-virtual-office-when-setting-up-a-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Set Up | Using a Virtual Address for LLC Registration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insurance and Licensing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your courier business will need to be insured to the hilt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a legal and a moral obligation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need comprehensive insurance to cover your vehicles, your drivers, and your cargo. Think theft, damage, accidents, and public liability too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, it\u2019s a costly business. But insurance exists for a reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a load is damaged in your possession, you\u2019ll need to have adequate insurance to cover the cost of the cargo &#8212; plus the cost of any damage to your vehicle and any third parties involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by using cost comparison tools to figure out the type of cover you need and to get an idea of monthly costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re focusing on a specific niche &#8212; such as fragile items or temperature controlled deliveries &#8212; you will likely need an additional layer of insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may also need specific business licenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business licenses vary depending on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/best-state-for-llc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">location of your business<\/a>, and your line of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s your responsibility to make sure you get all the necessary licenses so you\u2019re not breaking the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-3b90e99 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-3b90e99-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-3b90e99-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-ec4d18a ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-ec4d18a-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-e08134b ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-e08134b-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/08-Reminder-1.png\" alt=\"reminder icon\" class=\"wp-image-11196\" style=\"width:150px;height:155px\" title=\"reminder icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/08-Reminder-1.png 400w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/08-Reminder-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/08-Reminder-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/08-Reminder-1-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-2119b57 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-2119b57-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-text ugb-text ugb-e2e2b4d ugb-text--design-plain ugb-text--columns-1 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-text__text\"><p class=\"ugb-text__text-1\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Find out which licenses you need with LicenseSuite, an online tool that reviews your licensing requirements and makes light work of the application process. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.businesslicenses.com\/licensesuite\/search\/?hash=1428-d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e\" target=\"_blank\">Find out more<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Figure Out Your Pricing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first priority when working out your rates is to cover your costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That doesn\u2019t just mean fuel and insurance, it also includes less obvious costs like permit renewals, interest on credit, vehicle maintenance, bookkeeping fees, and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To get a ballpark figure, call your competitors and check what rates they\u2019re charging in your area. Contact as many as possible and use an average to determine a competitive rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t try to undercut your competitors, or you may get stuck making deliveries at a loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Figure out your profit margins and create a pricing structure with different pricing options such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tracked<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Express or rush orders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overnight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy or bulky items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider additional charges too, such as cancellation fees and wait charges &#8212; this applies to customers that keep you waiting past the agreed pickup time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Establish a Storage Space<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The need for an office or storage space will depend on your delivery model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it may not be necessary when you\u2019re just starting out, it\u2019s worth having storage options \u2018on standby\u2019 should you need it for a special job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That doesn\u2019t mean you should pay for empty space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, keep a list of flexible storage providers in your local area. If you need storage at quick notice, for example for outgoing parcels, you can often rent space on a short-term agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for office space, many courier businesses start from home. Some even store parcels in their garage when starting out (make sure your home and business insurance allows for this).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After all, if you\u2019re out driving all day, you don\u2019t really need an office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However as your business grows and you take on staff, you may need a central office of some kind for logistics and planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Virtual Office is a cost-effective option for remote workers, and you can utilize onsite office space or meeting rooms on a pay-as-you-go basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more regular meetings, certain Virtual Office plans &#8212; such as Alliance\u2019s Platinum Plus plan &#8212; include up to 16 hours of meeting room or workspace rental every month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a flexible way for courier businesses to get the face-to-face time they need &#8212; whether it\u2019s a staff planning meeting, an investor pitch, or meeting clients &#8212; without the cost and commitment of a traditional office lease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Customers with Marketing and Branding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>A good brand and a solid marketing strategy will bring customers to your door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to marketing, <em>always<\/em> measure your results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s far better to focus your time and money on one or two very effective marketing channels, than to spray your company name across multiple channels without knowing which one really works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some of the main marketing channels to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-ad6daa0 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-ad6daa0-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-ad6daa0-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-7a75c06 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\">How to Get Customers?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-1277957 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block ugb--has-custom-content-width\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-1277957-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-1277957-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-507f247 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>A website<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Customers will expect to find information online, such as your services, contact details, and locations covered. Register your domain and fill out your website with good quality, keyword-oriented content as soon as possible.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-34bedfe ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>List on Google Maps<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Since your business is dependent on local SEO, a Google Maps listing will help your business gain visibility (read more about this below).<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-08b2e00 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>Local or online business directories<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">This is a quick and cost-effective way to get your name and contact details \u2018out there\u2019.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-3f6b98e ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong><strong>Online search<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Search engine optimization (SEO) is a long-term strategy, but one that will pay dividends as your business grows.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-3be890d ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>Social media<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Don\u2019t be tempted to jump on too many social media platforms &#8212; start by picking just one that resonates with your target audience and go from there.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-21c718f ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>Traditional advertising<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Consider flyers, local printed newsletters, trade magazines, billboards and other offline marketing techniques.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-04d457d ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>Targeted marketing<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">This is always more effective &#8212; ask your customers where they found you, and speak to your target audience to understand how they consume information.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-3ef1d67 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong><strong>\u2018Tell your friends\u2019<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Word of mouth is the best form of marketing by far. It denotes trust and it\u2019s usually free, too.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-f5d9388 ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Referrals<\/strong><\/h2><p class=\"ugb-heading__subtitle\">Consider setting up a referral program that rewards existing customers every time they refer a new customer to you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Branding is a powerful way to differentiate yourself from other competitors in your niche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s not just a logo or a colour scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A brand reflects your personality, your standards, and your promise to your customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your brand should be memorable and recognizable. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to have a good logo, a tagline, and a colour scheme &#8212; and be consistent in your use of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to List on Google Maps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a local business, your courier service would benefit from a Google Maps listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A courier business would typically list as a \u2018service-area business\u2019. It\u2019s a type of business that doesn\u2019t serve customers at a specific address, but serves them in a geographic area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google defines a service-area business as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA business that visits or delivers to customers directly, but doesn\u2019t serve customers at their business address.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you set up a physical office that serves customers onsite, you may qualify as a hybrid business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google defines a hybrid business as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA business that serves customers at their business address, but also directly visits or delivers to customers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your business doesn\u2019t have permanent on-site signage, it&#8217;s not eligible as a storefront and should be listed as a service-area business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch the video below and read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/9157481\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">service-area businesses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div  id=\"_ytid_84819\"  width=\"800\" height=\"450\"  data-origwidth=\"800\" data-origheight=\"450\" data-facadesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/STLeSj_hc6I?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__ epyt-facade epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" data-epautoplay=\"1\" ><img decoding=\"async\" data-spai-excluded=\"true\" class=\"epyt-facade-poster skip-lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"  alt=\"YouTube player\"  src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/STLeSj_hc6I\/maxresdefault.jpg\"  \/><button class=\"epyt-facade-play\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg data-no-lazy=\"1\" height=\"100%\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"100%\"><path class=\"ytp-large-play-button-bg\" d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" fill=\"#f00\"><\/path><path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Growing Your Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember your business plan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s not set in stone. You\u2019ll need to revisit it regularly, particularly if your business changes unexpectedly (for better or worse).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To start well and achieve success, always focus on customer service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need to put your customers first if you want to beat the competition and stand out in a competitive industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s a far better way and more sustainable way to scale than competing on price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re struggling to cope with a high call volume or you need help with customer service, you don\u2019t necessarily need a full-time receptionist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider a virtual receptionist instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flexible and cost-effective, a remote live receptionist takes your calls throughout the day, ensuring that your customers always speak with a friendly, specially-trained customer service professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alliance\u2019s team of live receptionists are available up to six days per week. Receptionists answer calls, relay messages, and provide friendly service in your company name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a flexible and cost-effective way to improve your customer service system from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good service keeps your customers coming back, which could lead to new growth opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As demand for your courier services grows, you may need to buy new vehicles or hire new employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a sure sign of business expansion, but it comes with significant extra cost and liabilities. Only do this when you\u2019re ready to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Growth is often one of the biggest challenges for businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you grow too slowly, you\u2019ll miss out on new opportunities. Grow too quickly, and your business can struggle to keep up with the pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strive for balance and always try to grow at a sustainable rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may have very specific circumstances when starting a courier business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For instance, have you ever wondered how to start a courier business with no money?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s theoretically possible, if you already own a vehicle or a bicycle, and of course you can run the business from your home instead of paying for office or storage space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But there are costs &#8212; and sooner or later you\u2019ll need to factor them in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t be tempted to work without the necessary insurance or business permits. Not only could you be working illegally, but the costs of making a mistake could be disastrous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another consideration is&#8230;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/amazon.png\" alt=\"How to Start a Courier Business with Amazon - icon\" class=\"wp-image-13145\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" title=\"How to Start a Courier Business with Amazon - icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/amazon.png 500w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/amazon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/amazon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/amazon-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How-to-Start-a-Courier-Business-with-Amazon\">How to Start a Courier Business with Amazon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amazon typically works with major couriers like UPS, but it is also building out its own network of third party delivery drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can sign up with Amazon\u2019s Delivery Service Partner Program &#8212; also known simply as DSPS &#8212; and drive Amazon-branded vans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course you\u2019ll only deliver for Amazon, but you\u2019ll have plenty of autonomy and you\u2019ll run the operation like your own business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The big benefit is that you don\u2019t have to find customers (Amazon has already done that) and you\u2019ll have the support of a significant infrastructure, including training and special deals on essentials like insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/logistics.amazon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect Your Home Address<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thinking about how to start a courier business from home? Yes, starting a business from home does save money, which is important when you\u2019re just starting out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But using a home address for business can look amateurish and unprofessional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And then there\u2019s the question of security. Do you <em>really<\/em> want to publish your home address on your website?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business address helps protect your home from the world. You can publish it on your website, email footer, directory listings, business cards, letterhead, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good news is, a virtual business address won\u2019t cost the earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-offices-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">A Virtual Office<\/a> from Alliance, which provides a recognized commercial address with mail processing and optional mail forwarding, starts from just $49 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to protecting your home address, you can use it for important business requirements like opening a bank account, applying for business licenses, establishing credit and setting up an LLC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related<\/strong>: Using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/the-importance-of-using-a-virtual-office-when-setting-up-a-business\/#Infographic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Virtual Address For LLC Registration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also use onsite office space or meeting rooms at your Virtual Office center anytime you like for an hourly or daily fee (through Alliance this starts from $10 per hour).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business address adds credibility and legitimacy to your courier business, which helps establish trust with customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/08-further-reading-Amazon-FBA.png\" alt=\"further-reading-Amazon-FBA\" class=\"wp-image-12937\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" title=\"further-reading-Amazon-FBA\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/08-further-reading-Amazon-FBA.png 500w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/08-further-reading-Amazon-FBA-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/08-further-reading-Amazon-FBA-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.alliancevirtualoffices.com\/virtual-office-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/08-further-reading-Amazon-FBA-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Further Reading:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now you\u2019ve read our guide to starting a courier business, you\u2019re one step closer to becoming your own boss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out these guides for further information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sba.gov\/starting-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SBA: Starting a Business<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sba.gov\/business-guide\/launch-your-business\/apply-licenses-permits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SBA: Licenses and Permits<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usa.gov\/small-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Small Business Tax Information<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How much does it cost to start a courier business?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Theoretically, you can start a courier business with very little capital outlay -- providing you already own a vehicle or a bicycle, and you can run the business from your home. 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