Sending Documents

To send documents in a smooth and cost-effective way, both FedEx and UPS offer special document packaging called Envelope.

📄 Sending Documents with Carrier Envelopes

To send documents in a smooth and cost-effective way, both FedEx and UPS offer special document packaging called Envelope. Below you'll find how to use them, where to get them, and why they’re a smart choice for document shipments.


✉️ What is an Envelope?

An Envelope is a document-specific packaging provided by FedEx and UPS. It’s specially designed for secure and fast delivery of documents and is often priced lower than standard packages.

Note: Envelopes may only be used for documents – no products or goods are allowed.


⚡ Benefits of Using an Envelope

  • Faster customs processing: Since the shipment only contains documents and has no commercial value, it is not subject to customs clearance.

  • No customs invoice required: You don’t need to include a commercial or pro forma invoice.

  • Faster delivery: Documents typically clear borders more quickly due to simplified handling rules.


🚚 Services That Support Envelope

You can use Envelope with the following shipping services:

FedEx

  • FedEx International Economy

  • FedEx Priority

  • FedEx Priority Express

  • FedEx First

  • FedEx International Priority Express

  • FedEx International Priority

UPS

  • UPS Express Saver

  • UPS Express

  • UPS Express Plus


📦 How to Get an Envelope

FedEx Envelope

  • Pick up at a service point or terminal:
    Visit a FedEx location or partner to collect an envelope.

  • When booking pickup through us:
    When booking your shipment, write in the pickup instructions (found under Additional Services) that you'd like the driver to bring an Envelope.


UPS Envelope

  • Pick up at a UPS Access Point or UPS Center:
    You can collect one or more envelopes directly from a UPS location.

  • When booking pickup through us:
    When booking your shipment, write in the pickup instructions (found under Additional Services) that you'd like the driver to bring an Envelope.


🧾 How to Book a Shipment with an Envelope

To book a shipment using an Envelope, make sure to:

  1. Select shipment type: Package

  2. Enter dimensions:

    • Length: 34.5 cm

    • Width: 25 cm

    • Height: 2 cm

  3. Enter weight: 0.5 kg

These settings help the system recognize your shipment as an Envelope, ensuring correct pricing and handling.


📝 Usage Tips

  • Make sure the contents only consist of documents (e.g., contracts, invoices, reports).

  • Seal the envelope properly and attach the shipping label clearly.