Save up to 85%

To send a DHL Express international shipment online without opening an account, get a quote and ship now and follow these steps: 

1. Enter shipment details for the origin and destination 
   
2. Select document or package type 
   
3. Choose packaging and enter weight and dimensions 
   
4. Pick a DHL Express service based on your delivery needs 
   
5. Add optional services like GoGreen Plus 
   
6. Schedule a pickup or choose to drop off at a DHL ServicePoint 
   
7. Pay by credit card to complete your shipment 
   
8. Print your waybill and required documents if scheduling a pickup 

The main difference between express shipping (like DHL Express) and standard shipping is speed, but there are other service distinctions that matter depending on your delivery needs. 

Express Shipping (e.g., DHL Express): 

• Time-definite delivery, often by the next business day 
  
• Real-time tracking and proactive delivery updates 
  
• Simplified customs clearance with DHL expertise 
  
• Best for urgent, valuable, or time-sensitive shipments 

Standard Shipping: 

• Slower delivery (from several days to weeks) 
  
• Basic tracking 
  
• Customs may take longer 
  
• Suited for non-urgent or cost-sensitive shipments 

If speed, reliability, and visibility matter, express shipping is the better option. 

You can drop off your DHL Express shipment at a nearby DHL ServicePoint or authorized partner location. To find one, go to the DHL ServicePoint Locator and follow these steps:  

1. Select your service type (Send, Collect, or Send & Collect) 
   
2. Choose a payment method (e.g., pay at the ServicePoint or use a prepaid label) 
   
3. Select a handling option (print at location, use a QR code, or bring a label) 
   
4. Enter your ZIP code to view available drop-off points, hours, and services 

DHL Express provides time-definite express shipping to over 220 countries and territories. Most international shipments arrive by the next possible business day, but delivery times vary depending on the origin, destination, and service selected. 

• To estimate delivery times before shipping, get a rate and time quote. 
  
• If you’ve already shipped, use the DHL Tracking Tool to view your shipment’s status and delivery date. 

Yes, you can send an international shipment with DHL Express without an account. Get a quote and ship now to send a shipment as a guest.

To track your DHL Express international shipment, locate your tracking number (found on your label, receipt, or confirmation email). Then, go to the DHL Tracking Tool and enter your number to view:

• Current shipment status
  
• Estimated delivery date
  
• Scan history and location updates

If you don’t have your tracking number, contact the sender or retailer directly.

Yes, opening a DHL Express business account is free. There’s no cost to sign up, and no minimum shipping volume required to get started.

Yes, any business, regardless of size, can open a DHL Express business account. There’s no minimum shipping volume required to apply.

There are two ways to open a DHL Express business account, depending on how your business wants to pay for shipping.

• If you want to pay with a credit card, open a business account online. This is the best option if your business doesn’t have an established credit history and wants to start shipping right away. 
  
• If you want to get an invoice and pay later, schedule a consultation to open a credit business account. This option lets you consolidate multiple shipments into a single invoice, making it easier to manage payments and track costs.

A DHL Express business account can help your business save on international shipping, streamline its logistics operations, and reach international customers. Key benefits include:

• Discounted rates on international shipping
  
• Fast shipping to 220+ countries and territories through DHL’s global network
  
• Easy integration with E-Commerce platforms like Shopify and ShipStation 
  
• Flexible tools that grow with your business and shipping volume

Yes, DHL Express provides discounts on international shipping rates to business account holders:

• If you open a business account online, you’ll be eligible for volume-based discounts that increase automatically the more you ship – without needing to negotiate or track thresholds. 
  
• If you open a credit business account, you’ll qualify for tailored discounts based on your shipping activity and business profile.

Yes, businesses can pay for DHL shipments through invoice-based billing by opening a credit business account with DHL Express. During this process, a DHL representative will review your company’s shipping volume, business details, and credit history to determine eligibility. If approved, your business will receive an invoiced account, allowing you to consolidate multiple shipments into one bill and pay later. 

If you prefer to pay by credit card and ship right away, open a business account online, with no credit check required.

If customs duties or taxes are owed on your shipment, DHL Express will notify you with payment instructions based on your shipping method.

• If you’re a guest shipper or recipient, you’ll receive an email or SMS message with a secure link to pay online through DHL’s On Demand Delivery (ODD) system.
  
• If you’re a business account holder, duties and taxes are invoiced through DHL MyBill after delivery, unless prepaid or charged to the receiver.

Yes, DHL Express handles the customs clearance process as part of its international shipping services. However, any import duties, taxes, or other government charges imposed by the destination country are not included in the shipping rate and may need to be paid by the shipper or receiver.

Customs duties and taxes on imports are calculated based on several key factors:

• HS Code: The Harmonized System (HS) code that classifies the product
  
• Declared Value: The item’s value plus insurance and shipping (CIF value)
  
• Country of Origin: Where the goods were manufactured
  
• Destination Country’s Rules: Local tariffs, VAT, and other taxes

Each country has its own formulas and requirements. If you’re looking for a customs duties and taxes calculator to estimate costs in advance, try the Pre-Shipment Planner on DHL’s Global Trade Services (MyGTS).

A DTP (Duties and Taxes Paid) shipment means the sender agrees to pay all applicable import duties and taxes instead of the receiver. When you create a DTP shipment with a business account, DHL Express bills those charges to your account so the recipient doesn't have to pay anything at delivery. 
This option is useful when shipping to customers who expect a smooth, prepaid delivery experience. 

Responsibility for customs duties and taxes depends on how the shipment was set up.

• If you’re shipping with a business account, you can choose whether the sender, receiver, or a third party will pay for duties and taxes when creating a shipment.
  
• If you’re shipping as a guest, the recipient is responsible for paying any duties or taxes before the shipment is delivered.

DHL will notify the responsible party by email or SMS with payment instructions if charges are due. 

If you need a customs duties and taxes calculator to estimate duties in advance, try the Pre-Shipment Planner on DHL’s Global Trade Services (MyGTS). You can use this tool to estimate the total landed cost of an international shipment, including duties, taxes, and other import fees.

To get an estimate:

• Sign up for DHL’s Global Trade Services (MyGTS)
  
• Navigate to the Pre-Shipment Planner 
  
• Enter the destination country, product description, and declared value
  
• (Optional) Add the HS code for more precise results

The tool will calculate estimated costs based on the destination country’s import regulations, helping you plan your shipping budget and avoid unexpected charges at delivery. 

You can ship more sustainably by adding GoGreen Plus when creating a shipment with DHL Express. This eco-friendly shipping option reduces the environmental impact of your delivery by using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in DHL’s air network.

GoGreen Plus is available for all time-definite international DHL Express shipments. You can add GoGreen Plus during the shipment creation process by selecting it under Optional Services.

GoGreen Plus is a carbon insetting service from DHL Express that helps reduce the carbon emissions related to your shipment with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Unlike offsetting, which compensates for emissions through external projects, insetting lowers emissions directly within your own supply chain.

When you choose to ship with GoGreen Plus, DHL invests in the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to reduce the environmental impact related to your shipment. This lowers your climate impact without changing how your shipment is transported or delivered.
GoGreen Plus operates on a book and claim basis. This means you can cut your carbon emissions by funding the use of cleaner fuels throughout DHL’s network, even if it isn’t used for your specific shipment or directly available in your country.

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a cleaner alternative to traditional jet fuel made from renewable sources like used cooking oil or agricultural waste. It can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80–90% over its lifecycle compared to fossil-based fuels.

DHL Express uses SAF in its GoGreen Plus program to reduce the carbon emissions associated with your shipment. When you select GoGreen Plus, DHL blends an equivalent amount of SAF into its air network.

You can add GoGreen Plus when creating a shipment online by selecting the GoGreen Plus option under "Optional Services" before finalizing your shipment. There’s no additional setup required, and your delivery process will stay the same.

If you’re shipping with a DHL business account and want to add GoGreen Plus to multiple shipments, contact your account manager to request the service. This gives you the flexibility to scale your investment, customize carbon reductions across your shipping activity, and receive verified emissions reports.

DHL Express shipping rates are calculated based on several key factors:

• Origin and Destination: Accounts for the distance and regional pricing between the sender and receiver
  
• Shipment Weight: Based on the greater of the actual weight or the volumetric weight (which considers the package's size)
  
• Service Level: Your chosen speed and features (e.g., Express Worldwide, Express 12:00, or other specific services)
  
• Optional Services & Surcharges: Any additional services added (like GoGreen Plus) and applicable surcharges (such as fuel, remote area)

For an accurate quote tailored to your shipment, get a rate and time quote.

Whether you're a guest or business shipper, getting a quote from DHL Express is easy. 

• If you’re a guest shipper, get a rate quote from DHL Express online. You’ll see available service options and pricing based on your shipment details.
• If you’re a business that ships more frequently, DHL offers customized pricing plans through its business account program. You can request a custom quote by scheduling a consultation with a DHL specialist, who will review your shipping profile and recommend tailored rates.

Yes, DHL Express offers discounts for business shippers and guest shippers.

• DHL Business Account: Open a DHL business account online to access automatic discounts up to 85%**, with rates that improve as your shipping volume grows. The more you ship, the more you save.
  
• DHL Credit Business Account: Open a credit business account to qualify for discounts up to 85%** based on your shipping activity and business profile.
  
• Guest Shippers (No Account): Create a shipment online and drop it off at a DHL location to get instant savings up to 40%*, with no account or credit check required.

* Terms & Conditions Apply
** Discount based on shipment volume and profile information provided. DHL may adjust this discount upon thirty (30) days written notice. All shipments are subject to DHL’s Terms and Conditions of Carriage, including its guidelines on Prohibited and Restricted Items, and/or the waybill of the country of origin. Please note that DHL services and discounts may not be available in all locations. The terms of this offer may be amended or withdrawn at any time without notice at DHL’s sole discretion.

Yes, small businesses can qualify for discounts by opening a DHL Express business account.

• Accounts are free to open. Sign up at no cost, with no volume threshold to create your account.
  
• Depending on your pricing program, your shipping rates can be discounted automatically when your shipping volume increases - without the need to negotiate or request special pricing.