Does international inbound express mail work on weekends

International inbound express mail services, such as courier services like FedEx, UPS, and DHL, typically operate on a Monday-to-Friday schedule, with limited or no service on weekends.

Here's a general breakdown of what you can expect:

  1. FedEx: FedEx Express and FedEx International Priority services are available Monday to Friday, with no weekend delivery. However, FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery services may deliver on Saturdays in some areas.
  2. UPS: UPS Worldwide Express and UPS Worldwide Saver services are available Monday to Friday, with no weekend delivery. UPS Ground and UPS SurePost services may deliver on Saturdays in some areas.
  3. DHL: DHL Express Worldwide and DHL Express 9:00 services are available Monday to Friday, with no weekend delivery. DHL eCommerce and DHL Parcel services may deliver on Saturdays in some areas.

Please note that these are general guidelines and may vary depending on the specific service, destination, and local regulations. It's always best to check with the courier service directly for the most up-to-date information on their weekend delivery policies.

If you're shipping internationally and need to ensure weekend delivery, you may want to consider using a courier service that offers weekend delivery options, such as:

  1. Priority Mail International: The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers Priority Mail International, which can deliver to over 180 countries and territories, including weekends.
  2. International courier services: Some specialized courier services, like TNT, Aramex, and Purolator, may offer weekend delivery options for international shipments.

Remember to always check the courier service's website, contact their customer service, or consult with a shipping expert to confirm their weekend delivery policies and any additional fees that may apply.