Latest updates
November 5th, 2026
As we approach the year-end Peak and Holiday shipping season, selected FedEx services will be subject to temporary transit time extensions between 23 November and 20 December 2026 (Peak Season) and 21 December 2026 and 4 January 2027 (Holiday Period).
Depending on the service and shipment lane, transit times may be extended by one business day. This includes selected Intercontinental and Intra-Europe services, with specific impacts varying by origin, destination, and product. At this time, no changes are expected for inbound transit times.
Customers are encouraged to plan shipments accordingly during this period. Availability of services and transit times may vary depending on origin and destination.
| SERVICE | INTERCONTINENTAL OUTBOUND | INTRA-EUROPE |
| FedEx International Priority® | No changes | +1 business day extension applies to Turkey outbound shipments during Peak and Holiday periods |
| FedEx International Priority® Freight | +1 business day extension to Americas during Peak and Holidays periods, and no changes to APAC / MEISA | +1 business day extension applies to Turkey outbound shipments during Peak and Holiday periods Shipments imported into Estonia / Latvia / Malta from EU origins will be subject to a temporary +1 business day extension from 26 October 2026 to 3 January 2027 |
| FedEx® International Connect Plus | +1 business day extension on all lanes during Peak and Holiday periods | +1 business day extension on all lanes during the Holiday period |
| FedEx® Regional Economy | Peak (23 Nov–20 Dec): no changes Holiday (21 Dec–4 Jan):+1 business day extension across all lanes | Peak (23 Nov–20 Dec): no changes Holiday (21 Dec–4 Jan): +1 business day extension across all lanes |
| FedEx International Economy® Freight | +1 business day extension on all lanes during Peak and Holiday periods (Additional transit time only applies where standard transit time is under 6 business days) | +1 business day extension on all lanes during Peak and Holiday periods (Additional transit time only applies where standard transit time is under 6 business days) |
November 4th, 2026
A temporary technical issue affected customs processing for some outbound shipments moving mainly through our United Kingdom road hubs and our Paris Charles de Gaulle air hub, in France.
The issue has been resolved, and operations are now being processed normally. However, some affected shipments may experience delays of up to 24 hours while we work through some remaining backlog.
We recognise the importance of timely shipment delivery and apologise for any disruption this may cause. Our teams are working to restore normal transit times as quickly as possible. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
Customers can track the latest status of their shipments at fedex.com or tnt.com.
October 22nd, 2026
There are important updates regarding the Product Identifier (PID) data requirements mandated by the European Union (EU).
Recognising the challenges businesses may face in preparing for the PID requirements taking effect on 1 November 2026, the European Commission has asked the EU Member States to take a pragmatic and collaborative approach during a transitional period to minimise trade disruption, currently expected to end early 2027.
FedEx will apply interim measures to align with this approach when the PID is missing to ensure business continuity.
Customers should not view this as a postponement of their compliance obligations. FedEx strongly recommends that customers continue their preparations without delay and provide PID information for all applicable shipments (goods sold through distance sales with an intrinsic value not exceeding EUR 150).
November 3rd, 2026
The Romanian Government has confirmed that a 25 RON national logistics tax for B2C shipments below €150 imported from outside the EU, introduced in January 2026, was removed effective as of November 1, 2026.
October 13th, 2026
Timisoara International Airport, in Romania, has announced that its runway will be temporarily closed from 2 November to 22 November 2026 to allow for scheduled repair work.
As this situation is outside FedEx’s control, temporary adjustments to our operations will be required during this period. As a result, import and export air shipments transiting through Timisoara hub will experience an estimated additional transit time of one day during the respective period.
Once the airport completes the repair work and the runway reopens, FedEx expects to resume regular operations and standard transit times.
We apologise for any inconvenience this external disruption may cause and appreciate your understanding.
For real-time updates on your shipments, please continue to use our online tracking tools or contact your Sales representative.
September 25th, 2026
FedEx continues to monitor the situation in the Middle East, and we are actively adjusting our operations for continued service to and from the region. Due to recent events in Saudi Arabia, we have temporarily paused FedEx direct flights from Paris (CDG) to Riyadh (RUH). Contingency plans have been activated to maintain service to the region.
June, 2026
Background
Previously, shipments valued up to $130 were exempt from the 18% VAT. Under the updated regulation, the exemption now applies only to shipments valued at up to $75.
Effective immediately, the VAT (Value Added Tax) exemption threshold for personal shipments into Israel has been reduced.
What this means for you
- This change applies only to personal (B2C) imports and does not affect commercial shipments.
- The exemption covers VAT only. Any applicable customs clearance or related service charges may still apply, regardless of shipment value.
- There are no changes to the existing regulations governing personal imports or their eligibility requirements.
Conditions that may impact shipping and delivery services
Unauthorized use of FedEx® Business Names, Service Marks and Logos
FedEx has been alerted to the unauthorized use of its business names, service marks and logos by persons or companies fraudulently representing themselves as FedEx or as representatives of FedEx.
Millions of fraudulent e-mails and sms messages are deployed daily. They claim to come from a wide variety of sources, and some claim to be from FedEx or representing FedEx. Fraudulent e-mail and sms messages, often referred to as "phishing" or brand "spoofing," are becoming increasingly common. These types of messages often use corporate logos, colors and legal disclaimers to make it appear as though they are real. They are sent in an attempt to trick people into sending money and providing personal information such as usernames, passwords and/or credit card details, and for the purpose of committing theft, identity theft and/or other crimes.
Recognizing Phishing Scam E-mails and sms messages
Recognizing phishing scam e-mails and sms messages is key to protecting yourself against such theft and other crimes. Indicators that an e-mail or sms message might be fraudulent include:
- Unexpected requests for money in return for delivery of a package or other item, personal and/or financial information, such as your Social Security number, bank account number, or other identification.
- Links to misspelled or slightly altered Web-site addresses. For example, variations on the correct Web-site address fedex.com, such as fedx.com or fed-ex.com.
- Alarming messages and requests for immediate action, such as "Your account will be suspended within 24 hours if you don't respond" or claims that you've won the lottery or a prize.
- Spelling and grammatical errors and excessive use of exclamation points (!).
FedEx does not request, via unsolicited mail, e-mail or sms messages, payment or personal information in return for goods in transit or in FedEx custody. If you have received a fraudulent e-mail or sms message that claims to be from FedEx, you can report it by forwarding it to abuse@fedex.com.
If you have any questions or concerns about services provided by FedEx, please review our services at FedEx Services or contact FedEx Customer Service.
The Internet is an important channel connecting FedEx to its customers. While there is no foolproof method to prevent the unauthorized use of the FedEx name, we continuously watch for such activity in order to help safeguard our customers' interests.
Thank you for helping us identify and take action against e-mail & sms fraud.
NOTE: FedEx is not responsible for any charges or costs incurred as a result of fraudulent activity that abuses the FedEx name, service marks and logos.
The use of the FedEx logo and name on these websites is unauthorized and our legal department will address this matter with the relevant authorities.
FedEx is committed to protecting the security and integrity of our network.
While there is no foolproof method to prevent the respected FedEx name from being used in spam emails or potential scams, we are constantly monitoring for such activity and work cooperatively with law enforcement agencies around the world.
We urge customers to be suspicious of any request not coming directly from a FedEx employee or domain name, especially if it contains an attachment which the customer is asked to open.
Customers should not hesitate to contact us if they have questions regarding the legitimacy of an email soliciting payment in advance or requests to provide additional or personal information.
On March 17, 2026, changes will be introduced to the SENT system*. The list of products subject to monitoring will be expanded to include clothing, footwear, and certain textiles**.
The SENT requirement does not apply to packages weighing less than 31.5 kg, delivered by the postal operator FedEx Express Poland Sp. z o.o.
The change may affect the scope of duties of, among others, the entity sending packages.
More information about the SENT program and the process of reporting transported goods can be found on the Electronic Customs and Tax Services Platform, and the most frequently asked questions and answers about transporting goods subject to monitoring can be found on the PUESC website.
* System for Electronic Transport Supervision - the Polish system for monitoring sensitive goods, implemented to limit tax abuse.
** A full list of goods and product codes subject to monitoring is available on the PUESC website.
Effective 2nd February 2026, Eircodes (postcodes) will be required for all FedEx shipments to and from Ireland. Eircode is Ireland’s smart postcode system. It is a 7-digit postcode that is unique and specific to every residential or business postal address.
Without a full and accurate postcode, you will no longer be able to create shipping labels. This change does not affect TNT shipments.
To prepare for this change, we recommend that you review and update your address book and/or databases now. To find or check an Eircode, you can use Ireland's Eircode finder tool here.
If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service or your sales representative.
New regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia require all customers shipping to and within Saudi Arabia to enter a ‘Short Address code/National Address’ of the receiver/consignee to ensure faster delivery of shipments. This requirement impacts anyone shipping to Saudi Arabia from, within and outside Saudi Arabia.
The national address is mandatory for all residents, citizens and companies operating inside Saudi Arabia.
Please request the receiver/consignee of your shipment based in Saudi Arabia for their ‘Short Address code/National Address’. Then input the eight-digit ‘Short Address code’ into the address line 3 field of your shipping tool when creating a FedEx or TNT shipment. This is in addition to the information you normally provide.
In order to avoid possible delays or return of shipments, please adhere to the new requirements and help ensure your package(s) reach their destination.
More information on the ‘Short Address code/National Address’ is available at https://splonline.com.sa/en/national-address-1/.
New regulatory security requirements are in place regarding the combination of Liquids, Aerosols, and/or Gels (LAGs) with electrical/electronic devices in the same package.
FedEx will no longer accept shipments containing these combinations, effective immediately, as part of our commitment to global regulatory and security standards.
To comply with these regulations, customers should pack LAGs and electrical/electronic devices separately. While this may require adjustments in shipping practices, it is essential for ensuring the safety and security of goods transported through our network.
If these items are found together in one package, the shipment will be rejected and returned to the shipper, potentially causing delays. We encourage customers to review their shipping practices to avoid disruptions and ensure compliance with the new requirements.
As of 4 September 2023, Peak Surcharge will be called Demand Surcharge.
During times of elevated shipping volumes, heightened demand for capacity, increased operating costs, and other strains on our network, we may assess a Demand Surcharge.
Go to fedex.com/demand-surcharges for information on Demand Surcharges in effect, including applicable services, surcharge amounts, and effective dates.
To help you manage delivery expectations with your customers, we will detail those countries that are partially delayed or completely suspended to ensure you have the best information to support your business, please see below link.
For the latest FIC service report, click here.
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Money-back guarantee policy
The FedEx Money-Back Guarantee (MBG) for intercontinental shipments to and from Europe, previously suspended due to seasonal high-volume and temporary fleet capacity constraints, is reinstated effective 12 February 2026, for the following time-definite FedEx services:
- FedEx International First®
- FedEx International Priority®
- FedEx International Priority® Express
- FedEx International Priority® Freight
- FedEx International Priority DirectDistribution®
- FedEx International Priority DirectDistribution® Freight
For specific shipment status information, please track your shipment at fedex.com.
What you can do when faced with service disruptions
If you’re shipping or receiving a package that could be affected by a FedEx weather delay or other cause, there are some actions you can take before—or even after—it’s shipped.
Shippers can:
- Check our active service alerts to see if any impact the package’s origin or destination area.
- Contact the recipient to make sure they’re able to receive a package in the event there is a shipping delay.
Recipients can:
- Have the shipper send their package to an alternate address that’s unaffected by the service disruption.
- Allow for extra shipping time to compensate for delays.
Shippers can:
- Request to redirect the package to a FedEx location to be held for pickup.
Recipients can:
Request to reroute their package to a different address.
- To request to reroute a package, recipients should track their package, then use FedEx Delivery Manager to request an address change.
- Recipients can also call the shipper and ask them to request to reroute the package to a different address.
