International Tracking
7 questions about International Tracking, answered.
What does 'customs clearance' mean on tracking, and how long does it take?Customs clearance on tracking means the destination authority is assessing the parcel. Most postal items clear in 1 to 3 days, or 5 to 10 if checked.What does 'Handed over to local carrier' mean?Handed over to local carrier means the cross-border operator passed custody to a domestic carrier such as USPS or Royal Mail, which now handles delivery.Why does my tracking show events from a different postal service?Tracking shows events from a different postal service because parcels change hands at the office of exchange and the receiving operator scans them next.Why is my parcel held at customs?A parcel is held at customs when duty is owed, paperwork is missing or the goods are restricted. What each reason means and how to get it released.What does customs clearance mean on my tracking?Customs clearance on tracking means the destination authority is assessing the parcel. Most postal items clear in 1 to 3 days, or 5 to 10 if checked.How do I track a parcel from China?To track a parcel from China, use the S10 number ending in CN that the Chinese operator issued and follow it through to the destination postal service.What Is "Departure from Outward Office of Exchange"? How Long Will It Take?Departure from outward office of exchange means the item left the origin country gateway. What happens next, and how long the quiet gap normally lasts.