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Export Services – Outbound International Express Delivery
Fast, simple exporting to virtually anywhere in the world.
DHL time definite export services allow you to export goods to more than 220 countries and territories by a specific time or by the end of the next possible business day. The world’s largest global network means your exports move quickly, reliably and safely with one easy-to-use export account for all of your document and non-document shipments. There is no easier and more convenient way to ship around the globe. Let DHL take care of all the details from door-to-door and everything in between.
TIME DEFINITE EXPORT SERVICES
DHL EXPRESS
9:00
Time-sensitive: guaranteed delivery next possible business day
by 9:00 a.m.*
(service available as of Oct. 11, 2010)
DHL EXPRESS
12:00
Time-sensitive: guaranteed delivery next possible business day
by 12:00 noon*
(service available as of Oct. 11, 2010)
DHL EXPRESS WORLDWIDE
Guaranteed delivery by end of next possible business day**
DHL EXPRESS ENVELOPE
Guaranteed delivery by end of next possible business day – documents weighing up to 8 oz./0.5 lbs.**
Standard Rate Guide
A “doc“ shipment is a non-dutiable document shipment. A “non-doc“ shipment is a dutiable commodity type – duties and taxes have to be paid. Classification of “doc” and “non-doc” may vary by country and commodity type – please call Customer Service at 1-800-CALL DHL.
Features and Benefits
Export Optional Services offer extra convenience
with a flexible choice of DHL service enhancements.

Service Charges/Surcharges are billed by DHL and
apply for specific types of shipments only.
Certain restrictions apply and all shipments are subject to terms and conditions.
* A money-back guarantee applies to DHL EXPRESS 9:00 and DHL EXPRESS 12:00 where DHL will, upon request, provide either a credit or refund of the transportation charges paid by customer if the shipment is delivered later than DHL’s published delivery commitment. The availability of all time definite services is determined by destination postcode or city name. These services are not available to and from all areas. To find out the DHL Express services available in your destination area, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-CALL DHL.
** A service guarantee applies to DHL EXPRESS WORLDWIDE and DHL EXPRESS ENVELOPE where DHL will, upon request, provide either a credit or refund of the transportation charges paid by customer if the shipment is delivered later than DHL’s published delivery commitment.

For complete details, please visit www.dhl-usa.com/terms.
Features and Benefits
Faster Delivery TOP
  • Our international focus means we are continually optimizing our global routing, connecting you to the world even faster.
  • Shortest and reliable transit times, including earliest deliveries in major U.S. cities.
  • In-house customs brokers using state-of-the-art technology provide a streamlined clearance process and a faster service for you and your customers.
Worldwide Reach TOP
  • Export shipments of virtually any size or weight to 120,000 destinations in more than 220 countries and territories.
  • Benefit from the world’s largest express global delivery service with more experience shipping to more international destinations than any other carrier.
  • State-of-the-art DHL hubs around the world from Cincinnati to Shanghai allow your shipments to move at full-speed.
Quality Control TOP
  • Our pioneering Quality Control Center in Cincinnati, combined with 5 others around the world, allows us to coordinate information worldwide 24/7.
  • We monitor 90,000,000 global checkpoints daily to spot crisis situations that might impact your shipment.
  • Receive detailed shipment data, including date and time of delivery, customs documents, waybills, service changes, costs and more with our online invoicing tools.
Full Visibility TOP
  • Total visibility of every shipment.
  • DHL ProviewTM allows for proactive notification of pickups, deliveries and more via email or SMS text messaging.
  • Track shipments online by account number, waybill number, and more.
  • 24 hours a day – 7 days a week.
Safety & Security TOP
  • Guaranteed proof of delivery.
  • Your package stays with DHL door-to-door, with no third-party forwarder involved.
  • DHL experts in all service areas with knowledge of local regulations and routes.
  • Rely on DHL as a trusted carrier to deliver your important time-sensitive shipments.
Services Charges/Surcharges TOP
Charges below are billed by DHL and apply for specific types of shipments only.
(document = d, non-document = n-d)
ADDRESS
CORRECTION
(d, n-d)
In cases of incorrect or incomplete consignee address, including missing postal codes, DHL will research, redirect and, when possible, deliver the shipment for an additional $11.00 per shipment.
EXPORT VALIDATION
FOR DEPARTMENT
OF STATE (DOS)
SHIPMENTS
(d, n-d)
(PAPERWORK PREPARATION SERVICE) All DOS shippers must be pre-approved. Prior to export DOS license is lodged and the Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED) is validated with Customs. A service charge of $65.00 per shipment will apply.
FUEL SURCHARGE
(d, n-d)
A variable percentage is applied to the transportation charge of each shipment to offset the volatility of the cost of fuel used in the transportation process. The fuel surcharge is indexed to the USGC kerosene-type jet fuel index. For more information consult the Current Indexed Fuel Surcharge by clicking here.
MONTHLY SERVICE
CHARGE
(d, n-d)
For customers requiring daily/regular DHL service a monthly service charge of $36.00 will apply.
NON-STANDARD
SHIPMENT (EXCESS
LIMIT WEIGHT)
(d, n-d)
This surcharge applies to shipments that exceed weight and size limitations or those that require exceptional handling due to their shape. DHL will apply a surcharge of $50.00 for any single piece in a shipment that is at or above the non-conveyable weight of 70 kg or 150 lbs (actual or dimensional weight per package).
REMOTE AREA
SERVICE
(d, n-d)
Any package destined to select on-forwarding or remote postal codes in DHL’s international delivery area will be subject to a charge of $0.24 per lb. with a minimum of $24.00.
RESTRICTED
ACCESS COUNTRY
(d, n-d)
U.S. trade restrictions apply to shipments between the U.S. and Cuba, Iran, Korea D.P.R (North Korea), Burma (Myanmar), Sudan and Syria for documents and non-documents based on service directory restrictions. Such shipments are not acceptable for transit, except for pre-approved customers possessing the required export licenses or exemptions. The pre-approval for these shipments by the DHL International Trade Affairs and Compliance (ITAC) team for licensed or exempted shipments must take place before the shipment is picked up by or tendered to DHL. A Restricted Access Country service charge of $100.00 per shipment will apply, in addition to the standard shipping charges. Please contact our ITAC team at 1-859-817-8010 or by email at TradeCompliance.USA@dhl.com for further information and to ascertain your eligibility for such services.
SECURITY
SERVICES
(d, n-d)
This surcharge is for shipments to Iraq and Afghanistan (other than those tendered by a government agency) which will incur a security surcharge of 10% of the transportation charge. Additional security measures for high value and/or desirable commodities may be arranged upon request. Available measures include third-party armed escorts; secure packaging; pro-active monitoring; and secure temporary storage during transit.
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