How do I ship with DHL?

How do I arrange a DHL pickup?

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To schedule a pick-up by a DHL courier, first have this information ready for the online pick-up request form: Your account number. Pick-up location contact. Pick-up location address.

Is DHL cheaper than USPS?

When it comes to price alone, USPS beats DHL. It is more competitive on shipping costs and it hits customers with fewer surcharges than DHL. If you're a 3PL or e-commerce company sending items under 70 pounds to customers within the U.S., then your best bet is USPS.

Is FedEx cheaper than DHL?

Shipping Rates: Although DHL and FedEx both charge higher rates for same-day delivery services, DHL rates are typically cheaper for domestic shipments, ultimately. When it comes to choosing between DHL international shipping rates and FedEx international shipping rates, DHL rates are also generally more affordable.

What documents are needed for DHL shipment?

Sender's full name and address, including postal code. Sender's telephone, fax or mobile number and VAT number. Receiver's complete address details for the recipient of the shipment, including telephone, fax or mobile numbers. Invoice date.

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Does DHL provide free packaging?

As a DHL Express account holder, you can receive free DHL packaging. You can order packaging online, with delivery in 2-3 working days. Order your packaging here. Use cardboard envelopes for lightweight documents.

Does DHL provide boxes?

Does DHL provide free boxes? Yes, DHL provides free shipping boxes that can be ordered online or purchased at your nearest DHL courier store.

How much does DHL charge per pound?

Remote Area Pickup and Delivery will change from the greater of $42.00 per shipment or $0.42 per lb to the greater of $45.00 per shipment or $0.45 per lb.

What is the cheapest way to ship a small package internationally?

To conclude, the cheapest international shipping options are: Typically, it's USPS because they offer international shipping rates far cheaper than UPS and FedEx. Using UPS and FedEx to ship internationally without a business account can be really costly, with rates almost being 3x higher than USPS.

How long does DHL take to ship?

Please keep in mind that usual delivery times can vary depending on the product /service and origin/destination relation, from 2-3 days for neighboring countries and up to 20 days for countries with long distances. The merchant or online shop usually indicates the expected delivery time on its website.

Can you drop DHL package at USPS?

The DHL SmartMail Parcel Return product allows your customers to return parcels by placing them directly in their mailbox or at any U.S. Postal Service (USPS) collection site, with visibility throughout the entire process.

Who does DHL use for local delivery?

Since 2003, the Postal Service has provided last-mile delivery for DHL in over 20,000 ZIP Codes nationwide through its Parcel Select service. This expansion makes USPS the exclusive provider of delivery service to DHL for 3,600 of the nation's 46,000 ZIP Codes through use of Priority Mail and Parcel Select service.

Can DHL collect from home?

Simply call our friendly team to book your collection over the phone, pack your parcel and a DHL courier will collect from your home or business premises. You don't even have to set up an account for parcel delivery with DHL by phone.

Does DHL have pickup locations?

DHL Parcel ServicePoints are POPular and super-convenient places where you can pick up or drop off your shipment quickly and easily. In short, we call them DHL POP.

Will DHL ship to me?

From packing to preparing paperwork, our Certified International Specialists make it easy to import into the U.S., export to over 220 countries and territories – or ship to almost anywhere within the U.S. You can also track your shipments and manage delivery options with DHL On Demand Delivery, all through our mobile ...

Does DHL charge by weight or size?

Please be aware the DHL (and all carriers) will round up the dimensions and the weight. This means that if one side of a box is slightly over 10 inches, it will get rounded up to 11 inches. Or if a box bows out due to the contents, DHL will count how far out the box bends when it measures the dimensions.

How do I figure out shipping costs?

Just weigh the package and use a shipping cost calculator to get a shipping price. If the parcel is small but heavy, get a shipping cost based on dimensional volume which might be cheaper. Remember that when calculating postage by weight, use the total weight of the package and not the weight of the product itself.

Does DHL expensive?

DHL international shipping rates are more expensive compared to domestic rates. You can calculate DHL international rates using a DHL shipping calculator. You will have to provide your location, size of package/dimensions, and the intended destination to find an appropriate DHL quote.

Why does DHL cost so much?

Taxes. This is the unavoidable charge. For most things that you ship into Canada, they'll be taxed according to your province's rate. In Ontario's case, that's a 13% HST.

How long does it take DHL to deliver international?

3 - 10 business days.

How do I wrap a parcel with DHL?

Stack evenly with boxes on top of each other but not overhanging the pallet. Secure with shrink wrapping,strapping or banding. Strong parcel tape should be used to seal the joins of the box. This will withstand any abrasion and allow your items to be delivered safely.

Do you need your own box for DHL?

DHL Service Point has been designed with simplicity in mind and that's why our prices are based on the use of our free envelopes and boxes. This means there is no need to weigh and measure in store.