Amazon Fulfillment Center FCO5 Ardea (Rome), IT

The Amazon FCO5 Fulfillment Center, located in Ardea (Metropolitan City of Rome, Lazio), is one of Amazon’s key hubs in central Italy. Its location near the Via Ardeatina and Via Pontina corridors makes FCO5 a strategic gateway for FBA shipments serving Rome and the wider Lazio region.

Amazon FCO5 at a Glance

To ensure your inbound shipments to Amazon FCO5 are processed quickly and efficiently, take note of these verified specifications:

• FC Code: FCO5

• Full Address: Via di Valle Caia (intersection with Via Ardeatina), 00040 Ardea (Rome), Italy

  • Landmark: Via di Valle Caia 41, 00040 Roma RM, Italy

• Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central

• Notice Period: Minimum 24 hours in advance

• Pallet Exchange: Yes

• Deep Sea Imports: Yes

• Slip Sheet Unloading: No

Strategic Location

Situated in Lazio, FCO5 benefits from its proximity to Rome and direct access to the Pontina (SS148) and Ardeatina routes, linking it to Rome’s ports, airports, and southern Italy. This makes it a prime hub for both domestic and cross‑border FBA shipments.

Operational Specifications for FCO5

All deliveries to Amazon FCO5 must comply with Amazon’s inbound requirements, including correct palletization, labeling, and vehicle compliance. Non‑compliant shipments risk rejection or delays.

Booking and Hours

• Appointments: Required via Carrier Central

• Receiving Hours:

  • Sunday – Friday:

    • Early shift: 06:45 – 14:30

    • Late shift: 15:00 – 23:00

Vehicle Requirements

Loose Loaded Parcels Accepted:

• Sprinters

• Transit vans

Palletised Deliveries Accepted:

• 7.5‑tonne vehicles

• Articulated vehicles

Not Permitted:

• Private vehicles (cars)

• Flatbed trucks

• Vehicles under 7.5 tonnes

• Double‑deck trailers

• Tail lifts

Cargo Preparation

• Pallet Type: Standard EURO pallets (120x80 cm)

• Height Limits:

  • Single Pallet: max 1.8m

  • Double Stacked: max 3.0m (including pallet height)

• Labelling: Every item, carton, and pallet must carry a valid FNSKU or shipping label

• Wrapping: Pallets must be stable, shrink‑wrapped, and transparent