Does your online store regularly ship small packages (weighing up to 2 kilograms) containing items of lesser value? Need a cost-effective way to ship multiple packages at once? Are you interested in flexible shipping options and international shipping? Choosing the right delivery company can be a daunting task. In this article, we take a look at what DHL Globalmail is and how it can serve as a powerful tool for shipping products from your online store to customers around the world.
what is deutsch post international (dhl globalmail)?
dhl globalmail allows you to bulk ship multiple small packages to international recipients. It is a shipping method offered by Deutsche Post in collaboration with DHL Express.
The two services available with this shipping method are package priority and package tracking. both offer the same basic services, with package tracking offering additional tracking, signature required, and slightly faster delivery times.
this is how it works:
You individually package and address all the small packages you want to send using a German postal shipping label for each one. then place these small packages inside a large shipping box or bag.
Using a DHL GlobalMail Air Waybill, you ship this large shipping box or bag directly to the Deutsche Post International Mail Center in Frankfurt, Germany. dhl express also offers a free pickup with this service, which means you just have to wait for the driver to come and collect your bulk package.
once it gets there, deutsche post opens the large package and then ships each of the individual packages to their destination countries around the world.
Upon arrival in their destination countries, packages are transported to their recipient addresses by local postal services.
by shipping directly to deutsche post’s international sorting center during the first part of the package’s journey, it reduces shipping times. Meanwhile, DHL Express’s partnerships with an extensive network of local postal carriers save you money. Sounds pretty good, right?
The service also allows you to easily track delivery status while shipping to many countries. That means you know your international bulk shipments are in trusted hands.
What are the advantages of DHL GLOBALMAIL?
dhl globalmail is designed to provide mass commercial carriers like you with an economical way to get small, lower-cost products to paying customers around the world. that makes it a convenient and cost-effective international logistics option.
It saves you time and money as a retailer, and these benefits are passed on to your customers, who in turn reward you with referrals and repeat business.
Learn more about some of the benefits this shipping method can offer you as an online retailer below.
international delivery at a bargain price
every online retailer knows the importance of reliable delivery. It’s more important than ever that your products get into your customers’ hands quickly, before they turn to other suppliers.
Although not as fast as dhl express service, dhl globalmail offers relatively fast delivery around the world. Here is an indication of how quickly you can receive your products if you ship using the tracked shipping service:
- shipping to germany: 2- 4 days
- shipping to the rest of europe: 3 – 6 days
- ship to usa uu. & Canada: 5 – 9 days
- shipping to the rest of the world: 6 – 13 days
Compared to the times listed above, Standard Parcel Service delivery times are 2-3 days longer for shipments to Europe and 7-10 days longer for shipments to North America and the rest of the world.
dhl globalmail also offers excellent value for money, but is therefore not the fastest solution on the market. but it does offer a low cost bulk shipping model that can be advantageous for all of its lower value products.
easy to send multiple packets at once
The main advantage of dhl globalmail for your e-commerce store is the ability to easily send multiple packages, even if they are addressed to many different destination countries. you can individually pack and label all of your small packages for shipping, then simply combine them into one large shipping box or bag.
This means that with a single dhl air waybill, you are ready to ship all these packages at once.
tracking available
If you’re reluctant to deliver your packages to local postal services, don’t! If you choose to ship with DHL Globalmail Tracking, you have the option to enable tracking of your packages when shipping to more than 50 countries, including the world’s largest retail markets.
You can also receive compensation of up to £30.00 in the event that a tracked package is lost or damaged during the shipping process.
If a package is not delivered, your package will be returned to you.
If you’re looking for an even cheaper option, you can use deutsche post international for untracked shipping to over 220 countries around the world.
This gives you a cost-effective option to ship to virtually any country in the world. Although tracking is not included in this method, you will still receive undelivered items. And since DHL GlobalMail specializes in shipping lightweight, lower value items, your company may be willing to take the risk of shipping them without more expensive tracking options anyway.
what are the conditions to use dhl globalmail?
To use the services, your business needs to have an active account with both DHL Express and Deutsche Post. This is easily set up (see “How can I get started with Deutsche Post International” below).
once you have set up your accounts, you are ready to start shipping via deutsch post international. just remember: there are some conditions that apply. below is an overview of the most important ones.
size and weight limits
individual packages shipped in bulk via dhl are subject to the following size and weight limits:
- maximum weight: 2 kg
- minimum dimensions: 14 cm x 9 cm
- maximum dimensions: length + width + height must not exceed 90 cm
- no dimension may exceed 60 cm
- for rolls/tubes: length + 2x diameter must not be greater than 104 cm
As you can see, these are pretty small packages. But this is the main advantage of DHL Global, particularly for online retailers that specialize in smaller, lighter goods such as clothing, books, and personal care products.
Remember: when you ship with dhl’s global mail tracking service, your parcels are insured for up to £30.00. that means this shipping method is ideal for lower value merchandise. If you have higher value products, consider adding additional coverage, such as sendcloud insurance.
Remember that each of these smaller packages must include an individual Deutsche Post (DP) shipping label before being sent to the Deutsche Post International Mail Center in Frankfurt, Germany.
airway knowledge
once you have your smaller individually addressed packages ready to ship, pack them all inside a large box or shipping bag.
Based on the weight of this box or bag, you will create a single dhl express air waybill. this air waybill will cover the entire contents of the container for shipment to deutsche post’s sorting center in frankfurt.
Using sendcloud, you can easily generate a dhl air waybill to use for your bulk shipment.
This air waybill also allows you to track the status of your bulk shipment until it arrives in Frankfurt, even if you choose to ship individual packages without tracking.
customs documentation for international shipments
As with any international shipment, it is still important to use the correct international shipping documents.
your large outer box shipped to frankfurt will not have to go through customs, if you are shipping from within the european union. however, each of the individual packages inside must contain the appropriate customs documentation according to the final destination to which they are directed.
how do i get started with dhl globalmail?
dhl globalmail could be the right shipping method to help grow your international e-commerce business. it’s easy to see why so many e-retailers are adopting the system.
For relatively low prices, you get access to virtually every postal system in the world. You also have the option to opt for faster shipping with tracking and insurance built in if you prefer.
Getting started with dhl globalmail is also easy. simply get in touch with sendcloud by contacting your account manager or customer success team to help you set up all the necessary contracts. We will make sure you have the correct dhl express and deutsche post accounts to give you access to the shipping option in your sendcloud dashboard.
then you’re ready to easily create the individual shipping labels and single air waybill you’ll need for bulk shipping. after that, your global mail is ready for the global market.
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