* You can set your delivery preferences for your future home deliveries with FedEx Delivery Manager (e.g., request to have your packages held at a FedEx retail location for pickup, left on your doorstep, etc.).
Does FedEx just leave packages at door?
Delivery attempts
If a shipment requires, either an indirect, direct or adult signature, and a delivery attempt is made, but no one is there to sign for the package, the driver will leave a door tag at the recipient’s door. If no signature is required, the shipment will be left at the recipient’s door.
What happens to my FedEx package if I’m not home?
It will be held for pickup as early as the same day of your missed delivery attempt. Packages not picked up within 7 days will be returned to the nearest FedEx facility or shipper. Refer to your door tag for the pickup location and availability.
Does FedEx leave packages at door or mailbox?
If no signature is necessary, your FedEx home delivery package will just be left at the door of your residential address. They will leave your package at the nearest FedEx location if they need a signature, and the FedEx home delivery was unsuccessful. FedEx only makes deliveries to doors; mailboxes are not included.
Does FedEx do door to door delivery?
FedEx International First® is a premium, time-definite, customs-cleared, door-to-door express service with an early morning delivery commitment for shipments up to 68kg per package (shipment weight almost unlimited).
Do I have to be home when FedEx delivers?
Generally, FedEx requires a signature on all deliveries. However, we may be able to leave your package without a signature on the following conditions: – Have a suitable secure location to leave your package.
Does FedEx have to knock on your door?
Use FedEx Delivery Manager to let your driver know you want a ring-or a knock. You can leave instructions for drivers to always ring your doorbell or knock on your door when a package is being left.
How many times will FedEx attempt delivery?
I’m going to miss/I missed the last delivery attempt, do I have any other options? FedEx will always attempt to deliver your wine up to 3 times in total. After that last attempt, FedEx will unfortunately begin to return the package.
Does FedEx actually require signature?
Direct signature required (DSR) Someone at the recipient’s address may sign for the delivery. If no one is at the address, FedEx will reattempt the delivery. Indirect signature required (ISR) FedEx may release the package in one of three ways: Obtaining a signature from someone at the delivery address.
What happens if a package needs a signature and no one is home?
If the recipient isn’t home, the USPS driver leaves a note. This note tells the recipient the next scheduled delivery time or the local Post Office location where they can claim their package. USPS will make 1-2 delivery attempts beyond the first.
Does FedEx deliver to mailbox Canada?
So just remember – you are able to ship to a P.O. box when using Canada Post or a federal postal service. If you need to send a shipment through a private courier such as UPS or FedEx, make sure to ask your receiver to provide another address as couriers do not ship to P.O. boxes.
Does FedEx deliver directly to your house?
Yes, FedEx Home Delivery delivers seven days a week. You (or your recipients) don’t have to wait until Monday to get shipments that are sent late in the week. You don’t have to pay an extra fee or choose an expedited service for weekend delivery.
What time does FedEx deliver till in Canada?
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Typical FedEx delivery hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday–Friday and on Saturday and Sunday for residential deliveries except for FedEx Express shipments.
How long does FedEx take to deliver within Canada?
How to ship to Canada with FedEx: Your options and delivery times
| Delivery time to Canada | Shipment type |
|---|---|
| Within 5 business days | Freight (over 150 lbs.) |
| Fast-transit delivery typically within 1–3+ business days with delivery options of 10:30 a.m. or 5 p.m. | LTL freight (over 150 lbs.) |
Does FedEx deliver to your door if you live in an apartment?
FedEx. Get your packages delivered to your apartment from FedEx with custom delivery options from FedEX Delivery Manager. FedEx Delivery Manager allows you to update delivery preferences on the fly, so you’re never left wondering where you package may be.
What makes a FedEx package suspicious?
A suspicious package is a mail item of unknown contents which can potentially cause injury or destruction or is designed to appear threatening in nature.
Does FedEx knock or ring?
Will FedEx drivers knock on your door upon delivery? In general, when shipping with FedEx, you can give instructions if you want the courier to ring the bell or knock on your door.
What kind of packages need to be signed for?
Some pieces of mail require a signature from the recipient at the time of delivery. This includes items sent with Priority Mail Express (if requested), Certified Mail, Collect on Delivery, Insured Mail (over $500), Registered Mail, Return Receipt, Signature Confirmation, and Adult Signature.
How do I get around FedEx direct signature?
If you know a FedEx package is coming that requires a signature, you can usually just leave a note for the delivery driver given permission to leave the package. The note must reference the tracking number, delivery address, and name and signature of the person signing. Your cell phone number is also a good idea.
Can I leave a note for FedEx if signature is required?
Can you leave a note for the FedEx signature required? Yes, you can leave a signed note that FedEx can take as evidence, and leave your package in a safe place at the courier’s discretion. This could be a signed door tag alongside a FedEx signature release form.
Can a package be delivered without signature?
A “Waiver of Signature” is initiated by the Sender and authorizes delivery of mail at the letter carrier’s discretion (if area is secured and protected from weather) without obtaining the recipient’s signature. Note: Waiver of Signature must be checked at time of mailing by the Sender. It cannot be amended in transit.