Generate a Intelligent Mail Barcode barcode with ForQRCode. Enter the encoded value, adjust colors and dimensions, and download a production-ready image.
Technical specifications
- Symbology
- Intelligent Mail Barcode
- Character set
- Numeric digits only
- Data length
- 31 digits
- Check digit
- Included in the symbol
How to create a Intelligent Mail Barcode barcode
Generate a scannable Intelligent Mail Barcode symbol in three steps.
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Select Intelligent Mail Barcode
This page is preset to Intelligent Mail Barcode. Switch symbologies with the links above if needed.
- 2
Enter the data
Type the digits or characters your Intelligent Mail Barcode symbol should encode. Invalid lengths show an error before download.
- 3
Download the image
Adjust bar width and height, then export PNG or SVG for labels and cartons.
About Intelligent Mail Barcode
Intelligent Mail Barcode is used for mail sorting and delivery routing.
Related formats in this family include POSTNET, PLANET, Royal Mail 4-State, KIX, and Intelligent Mail. Pick the symbology your scanner or retailer expects.
ForQRCode renders valid bar patterns for proofing and internal labels. Retail distribution may still require official GS1 identifiers where applicable.
Tips for Intelligent Mail Barcode labels
- 1
Leave quiet zones (margin) on both sides of linear barcodes.
- 2
Print at sufficient height so narrow bars do not blur on inkjet printers.
- 3
Verify check digits before mass printing EAN and ITF symbols.
- 4
Test scan with the same engine your warehouse or POS uses.
Questions about Intelligent Mail Barcode
What is Intelligent Mail Barcode?
Intelligent Mail Barcode is a barcode symbology for mail sorting and delivery routing.
Which scanners read Intelligent Mail Barcode?
Most linear imagers and laser scanners support Intelligent Mail Barcode when configured for this symbology.
Can I change colors?
Yes. Keep strong contrast between bars and background for reliable scans.
GS1 compliance?
Postal symbols follow carrier-specific rules; confirm format with your postal authority before production mail.
Which export format for print?
SVG and PDF keep edges sharp on cartons and labels.