For travelers

How to carry goods for others — and get paid for the space you weren't using

A complete guide for travelers wanting to list kilo capacity on Yablink. Whether you've done this before or this is your first time, here's everything you need to know.

Step 1

What to prepare before posting

Listing your available kilo capacity on Yablink is fast. But before you post, get these basics clear.

Know your actual available capacity

Check your airline's baggage allowance for your specific ticket. Allowances vary — economy vs business, airline, and route all affect the number. Don't post capacity you're not sure you have. Overweight luggage fees can be significant.

Know your departure date and airline

Senders filter by both. The more specific you are, the better your matches. If you're flying Turkish Airlines on December 3rd from Istanbul, say exactly that.

Decide what you'll accept

Before someone messages you, you should have a rough answer to: what kinds of goods am I comfortable carrying? Food is common. Documents are easy. Electronics can complicate customs. Set your preferences in the listing so senders self-select.

Know your price

Set a per-kilogram rate. Community norms on Turkey-based corridors put this at roughly 5–10 USD per kilogram, but you set your own price. You can also mark your listing as 'price negotiable' if you prefer to discuss per request.

Know your handover logistics

Where can senders bring their packages to you? Your home, a meeting point, the airport? The earlier you agree on a handover location, the smoother everything goes. Think about this before you post.

Step 2

Posting your capacity on Yablink

Creating a listing takes under two minutes. Here's what you'll need to fill in:

FieldWhat to enterTips
Flying fromYour departure city in TurkeyBe specific — "Istanbul" not "Turkey"
Flying toYour destination cityInclude the country if the city name is common
AirlineYour carrierSenders care about this — direct flights are preferred
Departure dateExact dateThis is the most-used filter — accuracy matters
Kg availableYour free kilogramsBe conservative; always have a small buffer
Price per kgYour rate in TRY or USDYou can say "negotiable" but a starting number helps
Items you'll acceptSelect from the listFood, documents, clothing, etc.
Your noteOptional messageDescribe your handover preferences, any restrictions

Your listing goes live immediately. Senders searching your corridor will see it in the feed.

Get more responses

  • Post at least 5 days before your departure — last-minute listings are harder to match.
  • Include your airline and flight date in your note as well as the fields — senders scan the note too.
  • If you've made deliveries before, mention it: "Made 3 successful deliveries through Yablink." Track record builds trust.
Step 3

How to evaluate a sender before you agree

Not every message you receive will be the right fit — you have the right to accept or decline any sender with no explanation required, so here's what to look for.

Clear item description

A sender who knows exactly what they're sending (item type, weight, dimensions) is a sender who's prepared. Vague requests are a yellow flag.

Verified handover method

Insist on a face-to-face handover or a traceable delivery via a trusted local cargo provider. If a sender changes plans unexpectedly, sends an unannounced third party, or uses an untrackable delivery method, proceed with caution.

Reasonable package weight

If someone says they want to send 15 kg but your listing says you have 5 kg free, that's not a match. Be firm on your capacity limits — overpaying excess baggage fees at the airport is never worth it.

Compatible items

If your listing says you accept food and documents, don't feel obligated to accept electronics or items you're not comfortable with at customs. You are the one carrying the bag.

Red flags — proceed with extreme caution

Sender refuses to show you the contents of the package before handover
Sender asks you to carry items you don't recognize or can't identify
Sender is offering a significantly higher rate than normal for no clear reason
Sender wants you to hold currency or valuables on their behalf

You are legally responsible for everything in your luggage. If you're uncomfortable, decline. No delivery fee is worth a customs violation.

Step 4

What you need to know about customs

Disclaimer Guidance Only

Yablink does not provide customs advice and is not responsible for customs issues. The information below is general guidance only. Laws change, and enforcement varies by country, airport, and officer. Always verify the rules for your specific route.

General principles:

1

You must declare what you're carrying

Most countries require you to declare items you're carrying on behalf of others, especially above certain value thresholds. 'Ignorance' is not a legal defense at customs.

2

Know the personal import limits

Most countries have duty-free limits for personal imports. Goods carried informally are subject to the same limits as any other personal baggage. If goods exceed duty-free thresholds, customs duties apply.

3

Food and biological items have specific rules

Many countries restrict or prohibit importing certain food items, especially fresh produce, meat, or items with soil contact. Check the destination country's food import regulations.

4

Electronics have value declarations

Laptops, phones, and high-value electronics often require declaration above certain values. The traveler — not the sender — is responsible for this declaration.

5

Document what you're carrying

Before you travel, have the sender give you a written description of the contents. If questioned at customs, this helps establish what the goods are and their approximate value.

Recommended pre-departure step:

Before you depart, send a message to the sender in your Yablink conversation confirming what you're carrying, its weight, and its declared value. This creates a record that protects both of you.

Step 5

Delivering at the destination

You've landed. The goods made it. Here's the last mile.

1

Contact the recipient

You should have the recipient's name and phone number from the sender. Contact them as soon as you've cleared customs to arrange delivery.

2

Deliver to the right person

Confirm the recipient's identity before handing over the package. A quick call on speakerphone to the sender while with the recipient is a simple and effective way to confirm.

3

Mark delivery as complete on Yablink

As soon as the recipient has the package, open the conversation in Yablink and mark the delivery as complete. This updates both the sender and builds your delivery track record on the platform.

4

Confirm receipt

Ask the recipient to confirm to the sender directly (via phone) that the package arrived in good condition. This closes the loop and protects you if a dispute arises later.

You're done!

That's it. The sender sees the completion, your profile records another successful delivery, and both sides of the next transaction trust you a little more.

Questions travelers ask