Which shipments does FedEx classify as freight shipments?
Shipments classified as freight shipments by FedEx are those where the total weight exceeds 68 kg and is loaded onto a pallet (of any size).
Available pallet services on the platform
Regional Economy Freight
Shipping oversized items weighing over 68kg (placed on a pallet) to 22 European countries. Delivery of goods is done via ground transportation with courier delivery by 6:00 PM.
International Economy Freight
Shipping oversized items weighing over 68kg (placed on a pallet) to 220 countries worldwide. The service is essentially similar to FedEx Regional Economy service. The main difference between both services is the delivery destination. Shipments are delivered by courier to the specified address by 6:00 PM.
International Priority Freight
Shipping oversized items weighing over 68kg (placed on a pallet) to 220 countries worldwide. Delivery is scheduled by the end of the next business day.
Delivery method to the recipient
Delivery to the recipient's door (Door-to-Door).
Shipment delivery
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Delivery destinations |
Delivery speed (business days)* |
Regional Economy Freight |
By ground |
Europe |
2-5 |
International Economy Freight |
By air |
220 countries |
3-6 |
International Priority Freight |
By air |
220 countries |
1-3 |
Delivery speed (business days)*: As indicated by the courier
Main functions
In the prices listed on the Swotzy platform, all variable surcharges are included (such as fuel, seasonal, labor, energy, and other surcharges).
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
It is possible to send devices with lithium batteries, such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and other electronics.
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
It is possible to send other dangerous goods.
Regional Economy Freight - ✘
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
The shipment is fully insured (covering the commercial value of the shipment).
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
In case of loss or damage to the shipment, compensation will be paid.
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
It is possible to receive a delivery confirmation document (upon request).
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
Services for the recipient of the shipment
Receiving electronic notifications about the shipment status
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
It is possible to track the shipment status by entering the shipment number into the courier tracking tool.
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
Before delivery, the recipient can change the delivery location and time.
Regional Economy Freight - ✔️
International Economy Freight - ✔️
International Priority Freight - ✔️
Covering customs costs
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Only the recipient can cover it |
Only the sender can cover it |
Option to choose whether customs costs are covered by the sender or the recipient |
Regional Economy Freight |
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✔️ |
International Economy Freight |
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✔️ |
International Priority Freight
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✔️ |
Service limitations
It is not possible to send dangerous goods (except those mentioned above).
Regional Economy Freight - not possible
International Economy Freight - not possible
International Priority Freight - ✔️
Cannot send perishable goods or cut flowers.
Regional Economy Freight - not possible
International Economy Freight - not possible
International Priority Freight - ✔️
The indicated delivery time is approximate and not guaranteed.
Regional Economy Freight - not guaranteed
International Economy Freight - not guaranteed
International Priority Freight - ✔️
The use of FedEx branded packaging is not allowed.
Regional Economy Freight - not allowed
International Economy Freight - not allowed
International Priority Freight - ✔️
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