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10.10.2025
FLEX. Logistics
We provide logistics services to online retailers in Europe: Amazon FBA prep, processing FBA removal orders, forwarding to Fulfillment Centers - both FBA and Vendor shipments.
The Amazon BCN3 Fulfillment Center, located in Castellbisbal near Barcelona, is a key logistics hub in northeastern Spain. Its location in the Barcelona metropolitan area, with direct access to the AP‑7 motorway, makes it ideal for fast and reliable FBA shipments across Spain and southern France.
Amazon BCN3 at a Glance
To ensure your inbound shipments to Amazon BCN3 are processed smoothly, take note of these verified specifications:
FC Code: BCN3
Full Address: Amazon Spain Fulfillment, S.L., Carrer Ferro, 12, 08755 Castellbisbal, Barcelona, Spain
- GLN Code: 5450534006347
Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central
Notice Period: Minimum 24 hours in advance
Pallet Exchange: No, pallet exchange is not available
Deep Sea Imports: No, not accepted at this facility
Slip Sheet Unloading: No, clamp truck unloading not supported
Strategic Location
BCN3 is strategically positioned in Castellbisbal, offering direct access to Barcelona’s logistics corridors and the AP‑7 motorway. This enables efficient distribution throughout Catalonia, Spain, and southern Europe, making BCN3 a vital node in Amazon’s Iberian network.
Operational Specifications for BCN3
All deliveries to Amazon BCN3 must comply with Amazon’s inbound requirements. Non‑compliant shipments may be rejected or delayed.
Booking and Hours
Appointments: Required via Carrier Central
Receiving Hours:
Monday – Friday: 04:50 – 22:30
Vehicle Requirements
Loose Loaded Parcels Accepted:
Sprinters
Transit vans
Palletised Deliveries Accepted:
7.5‑tonne vehicles
Articulated vehicles
Swap bodies
Not Permitted:
Private vehicles (cars)
Flatbed trucks
Vehicles under 7.5 tonnes
Drag & drop trailers
Double‑deck trailers
Tail lift
Cargo & Pallet Preparation
Pallet Standards: Only 800 x 1,200 mm Euro/CHEP pallets are accepted. Pallets must be GMA Grade B or higher and heat-treated to ISPM-15 standards for international shipments.
Height & Weight: * Maximum height: 1.8 m (single stack). Double-stacked pallets are permitted up to 3.0 m (total height including pallets) if safe to unload.
Maximum weight: 500 kg per pallet.
Stacking & Stability: Boxes must be securely stretch-wrapped in clear plastic (black/opaque wrap is grounds for rejection). Wrap at least three times around the pallet base. Cargo must remain stable after the wrap is removed.
Box & Labeling Requirements
Box Dimensions & Weight: * No side may exceed 63.5 cm (unless the item itself is larger).
Max weight per box: 23 kg.
Heavy Package Warning: Boxes exceeding 15 kg must be marked "Heavy Package" on both the top and sides.
Labeling Precision: * Use laser printers only (inkjet barcodes often smudge and become unscannable).
Place labels at least 3 cm from edges and never over a seam or tape.
Every box and pallet must carry a unique, valid FNSKU or shipping label. Mixed SKU pallets must be clearly marked as "Mixed Merchandise" or "Mixed SKUs".
Strategic Operational Solutions for the BCN3 Complex
Thriving at the Castellbisbal terminal demands a synchronized, end-to-end border strategy that neutralizes administrative delays and optimizes every leg of the journey. We address the most critical cross-border challenges to transform your logistics into a competitive advantage by deploying a comprehensive suite of dedicated services.
If your goal is to efficiently move high-volume freight into the Catalan corridor, our forwarding to Amazon in Europe service provides the necessary structural advantage. Navigating the AP-7 corridor efficiently is critical for protecting your margins, so we consolidate your inbound shipments, optimizing trailer space and reducing overall transit costs across Europe before orchestrating the final delivery through Amazon Carrier Central. This guarantees your freight moves into the BCN3 hub with maximum financial efficiency.
If you need to bypass administrative delays when importing directly via international transit or the Port of Barcelona, our import/export customs clearance eliminates bureaucratic friction. We manage the complex flow of international imports, handling rapid customs clearance and ensuring your documentation is perfectly synchronized for immediate injection into the Spanish market without costly transit halts. Additionally, if you need to balance massive European throughput with healthy inventory metrics, our pre Amazon storage provides a critical localized buffer securely outside the Amazon network, allowing you to inject inventory precisely when sales velocity demands it and preventing aggressive overage fees.
How FLEX. Can Help
Navigating the intensely competitive landscape of European e-commerce means your logistics network will either drag you down or propel you forward as your strongest asset. Every compliance error, transit bottleneck, or automated dock refusal does more than just drain your profits—it hands your market share directly to your competitors. At FLEX., we turn your inbound operations into a proactive, high-performance engine by building resilient, cross-border supply chains. We secure every step of the process to ensure perfect adherence to Amazon's rigid standards and guarantee a seamless delivery flow.
To equip yourself against sudden operational changes and strategically plan your next expansion, explore our detailed Amazon Fulfillment Centers directory. It is time to break free from a reactive logistical mindset and take full command of your business growth. Reach out to FLEX. today to establish the robust operational foundation your brand needs for absolute market dominance across Europe.
