Send parcel with DHL

How to send packages with DHL

To send packages using Shiplinks shipping service, follow these steps:
Use our price calculator to get a fixed price for your package
Book directly. You will receive the shipping document by e-mail
A DHL courier picks up your package

When you send packages through Shiplink, we are responsible for your shipping - regardless of whether it is sent by DHL or another carrier.

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What is DHL?

DHL is one of the leading logistics companies in the world. This shipping company delivers goods in more than 220 countries worldwide. Every year, almost 1.6 billion packages are sent by DHL. A total of 380,000 people work for this shipping company. It is a transport company that covers all types of logistics needs - from letters to advanced supply chains.

Types of shipping options

DHL has a long line of shipping options. The most common are:
DHL Express
Package
International post
Freight shipment

DHL Express

When you send your package with DHL Express, you get the fastest service possible. The package can often be delivered the next day. It is a service that DHL offers both domestically and abroad. For packages sent by DHL express, the maximum weight is 70 kg.

Package

If you want to send a regular package within Sweden (not express), the delivery time is 1-3 working days. The maximum weight for this type of package is 20 kg.

International post

Small packages abroad up to a maximum of 2 kg can be sent by DHLs international post. In Western Europe, the package arrives within 2 - 5 working days. For the rest of the world, delivery usually takes 5 - 12 working days.

Freight shipment

When you use DHL for shipping larger packages and pallets, it goes via their freight shipping. DHL uses air freight, sea freight, road transport and rail transport. With DHL Same Day, it is possible to send goods from door to door with pick-up and delivery the same day. DHL freight transport works both in Sweden and for international shipping.

Send with DHL privately

If you want to send with DHL privately, do so via DHL Parcel or Express Easy. You can only send packages with DHL via Shiplink if you are a corporate customer. Read more here about how you as a private person send packages with DHL Parcel. Here is more information on how to send with DHL Express Easy.

Track packages with DHL

It is easy to track a package with DHL. The easiest way is if you booked the shipping through Shiplink. Then you can do your tracking directly on our website. Just click on "Track your shipment" and enter your booking number and you will see where the package is located.

You can also search for goods via DHLs website. There you can see where your shipment is by filling in your ten-digit shipment number (as well as the shipment reference if you are a corporate customer). The tracking page is here.

DHL Servicepoint

DHL agents are also called DHL Servicepoint. In Sweden, there are DHL agents in most cities and major cities. Sometimes DHL Servicepoint is located in the same place as the post office and other carriers' delivery point. You can find DHL agents in Sweden and other EU countries here.

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Frequently asked questions and answers about sending packages with DHL

How long does the package remain at a DHL Servicepoint?

The package remains for 14 days with DHLs at a servicepoint.

How long does it take to send packages with DHL?

In Sweden, it takes 1 - 3 working days depending on shipping options. International shipping usually takes 2 - 12 working days depending on destination.

How much does it cost to send packages with DHL?

DHL's shipping cost depends, among other things, on the size and weight of the package, how fast it should be sent and where. Use Shiplink's price calculator and you will get an exact price at once!

How to send express shipping by DHL?

The easiest way to send express shipping with DHL is by using Shiplink. You get a fixed price and we take care of all the practicalities.

Updated on: 28/01/2021