David Wang
-Updated on June 24, 2026
My tracking says held at customs. What should I do?
A customs status means your parcel is being inspected in the destination country and may be subject to import duties or taxes. Watch for a notice from the postal operator about any fees to pay or documents to provide. In some cases you may need to collect the parcel in person and present identification.
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