DHL ECOMMERCE UK INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIMES
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INTERNATIONAL PARCEL DELIVERY TIMES
When you send your parcel or postage abroad, one of the questions at the front of your mind will be 'how long will it take to get there?'
Here, at DHL eCommerce UK, we understand. We send thousands of parcels globally every day. And we have everything you need to know about our expected international delivery times for each of our services, as well as the factors that influence them.
HOW LONG DOES INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING TAKE?
We offer three distinct international delivery services:
Each courier service utilises a different transit method, provides coverage of specific destinations and offers varying delivery timeframes.
To help you get a better understanding, we've summarised all the key delivery timeframes, so you can choose the right service!
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International Economy | European Road | Worldwide Air |
| Delivery Time |
3 to 10+ days |
2 to 7 days | From 2 days |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Europe only | Worldwide |
| Max weight/dimensions | 25kg 90cm x 90cm x 50cm |
25kg 120cm x 60cm x 60cm or 100cm x 80cm x 80cm |
25kg 120cm x 80cm x 80cm |
| Ideal for | Budget global shipping | Cost-effective European delivery | Expedited international delivery for urgent parcels |
| Tracking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
WHICH COUNTRIES DO WE DELIVER TO?
We deliver to more than 160 countries and territories around the world. Visit our Countries We Deliver to page for a comprehensive overview of destinations you can send to with DHL eCommerce UK.
WHAT FACTORS IMPACT INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIMES?
The world is a big place. Your parcel's journey with DHL eCommerce UK will be shaped by a number of important factors.
- Your Chosen Service: DHL eCommerce UK international delivery times vary depending on the service you choose.
For example, Worldwide Air is our premium expedited service, offering speedier delivery times for urgent packages. Meanwhile, International Economy is our budget-friendly option, with deliveries fulfilled by local postal services, meaning delivery takes longer.
- Your Parcel's Destination: The further your parcel needs to travel, the longer it will take to deliver. Parcel deliveries from the UK to destinations in Europe typically arrive more quickly than those in Asia or Australasia/Oceania.
- Customs Clearance: Every parcel you send abroad must pass through customs in the UK and your destination country. It's important to ensure the correct documentation is provided and completed to avoid delays. You can find out more in our guide on international customs. You’ll also need to make sure you’re not sending anything prohibited – we’ve put together a helpful guide on what you can and can’t send abroad.
- Peak Seasons & Public Holidays: During busy periods of the year, such as the run-up to Christmas, or public holidays (either here in the UK or your parcel's destination country), overall shipping volumes can increase, and operational hours can be affected. This can lead to extended delivery times. Always double-check before sending.
- Remote Delivery Locations: International delivery to addresses in remote, rural or less accessible locations can take slightly longer than those addressed to metropolitan areas with established logistical infrastructure.
- Unforeseen Global Events: The uncommon occurrences that we can't predict, like major disruptions caused by severe weather, natural disasters or significant global events. They can impact transportation networks and lead to unavoidable delays.
HOW DO I GET AN INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING TIME ESTIMATE?
For a more accurate timeframe on how long your parcel will take to deliver via our services, you'll need a quote. With deliveries to over 160 countries and territories worldwide, delivery times naturally vary depending on your package's specific destination and chosen service.
Getting a quote is super easy. All you need is your parcel's:
- dimensions (height, width and length in cm)
- weight (in kg)
- destination
FREQUENTY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, you can. Tracking is included as standard across all three of our delivery services. Whether you opt for Worldwide Air, International Economy or European Road, you’ll be able to follow your parcel at every step with our parcel tracking page. You’ll just need your tracking reference number.
It’s dependent on which of our delivery services you opt for, the size of your parcel and its destination. Head over to our International Delivery Rates page for more information or get a quote today.
Whether you’re sending a special gift to a loved one, or a business sending important post, if it’s a time-sensitive delivery, look no further than Worldwide Air.
It’s our fastest international parcel delivery service, with delivery times starting from just two days and coverage of more than 160 countries and territories.
We operate our international delivery service from Monday to Friday. However, there are some exceptions.
Saturday Delivery: For some international destinations, especially within Europe, Saturday delivery may be available as an upgrade option. It costs more and needs to be selected when booking your shipment.
Sunday Delivery: We do not offer Sunday delivery for international parcels. In some countries outside of the UK (like parts of Asia or the Middle East, where Sunday is a standard working day), where our local delivery partners may fulfil your delivery, this might occur. However, it's not a standard offering from the UK.
BOOK YOUR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING WITH DHL ECOMMERCE UK
Start your parcel’s journey by getting a quote and booking an international delivery slot with us today.