Parcel Delivery by Courier on Holidays in 2023

Shipping parcels by courier on public and bank holidays in 2023

Parcel delivery during bank or national holidays can be a challenge without the right shipping partner. Hence the question: do courier companies deliver on public and national holidays? We know how important it is to send and receive a parcel on time before national or bank holidays. To help you out, we have compiled the courier companies international holiday schedule for 2023.

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Australia

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Courier delivery services for the holiday season

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HOLIDAYS IN 2023

Shipping in 2023: pick-up and deliveries by couriers on holidays

Discover more about the courier companies’ deliveries on these specific public holidays:

Shipping on Christmas or New Year

Courier deliveries on Easter and Good Friday

Parcel deliveries on Valentine’s Day

Deliveries on Memorial Day and 4th of July

Parcel delivery services on Boxing Day

International shipping services for Black Friday

DELIVERY SCHEDULE

Do couriers such as DPD, DHL, Evri, Parcelforce or UPS deliver on national or bank holidays?

Delivery companies and post offices work around the clock to deliver as many packages as possible before the festive days since most couriers do not collect or deliver any parcels on national or public holidays themselves. However, due to the increase in the number of shipments, the estimated delivery times may be prolonged during these periods.

What about collections, do couriers pick up parcels on national holidays?

When it comes to door-to-door shipment, collections work the same as delivery, but if the courier has parcel lockers or automated drop-off points, it may be possible to drop off your item during the holiday.

Read more about shipping with different couriers:

How to make sure your parcel is delivered in time for the holidays?

Book the collection 5-7 working days in advance
Choose the Express Service for expedited deliveries
Double-check that the contact info is correct to avoid issues
Have someone present at the delivery address

UNITED KINGDOM

Courier delivery on public holidays in the UK for 2023

Have you wondered if courier companies such as DHL, DPD or UPS deliver parcels on bank and national holidays in the UK? Check the holidays in which the courier companies will not work in 2023.

2 January

New Year’s Day Substitute Day

3 January

2nd January Substitute Day (Scotland)

17 March

St Patrick’s Day (Northern Ireland)

7 April

Good Friday

10 April

Easter Monday (except for Scotland)

1 May

Early May Bank Holiday

8 May

Coronation of King Charles III

29 May

Late May Bank Holiday

12 July

Orangemen’s Day (Northern Ireland)

7 August

Summer Bank Holiday (Scotland)

28 August

Summer Bank Holiday (except for Scotland)

30 November

St Andrew’s Day (Scotland)

25 December

Christmas Day

26 December

Boxing Day

EUROPEAN UNION

Shipping on national and public holidays in 2023 in Europe

Even though many European countries share the same national holidays, there are some festive days specific to every country. Before you schedule the delivery of your parcels, please make sure to check if the date is a public or national holiday on your desired shipping route.

2 January

New Year’s Day Substitute Day

7 April

Good Friday

10 April

Easter Monday

1 May

May Bank Holiday

18 May

Ascension Day

29 May

Pentecost/Whit Monday

15 August

Assumption Day

1 November

All Saints’ Day

24-31 December

Christmas holiday season

UNITED STATES

Parcel deliveries on public holidays in the US

Festive periods are the best time to send your regards to someone but be sure to ship your gifts in advance! Check our full courier schedule to see which national holidays UPS, FedEx, DHL and other shipping companies do not perform deliveries or collections.

2 January

New Year’s Day Substitute Day

16 January

Martin Luther king Jr Day

20 February

President’s Day

29 May

Memorial Day

4 July

Independence Day

4 September

Labor Day

9 October

Columbus Day

23 November

Thanksgiving Day

25 December

Christmas Day

AUSTRALIA

Courier companies holiday schedule in Australia

Australia Post, together with other logistics companies, is making quite an effort to have the deliveries completed on time during holiday seasons. Find out all the public holidays that may affect the deliveries by courier in Australia.

2 January

New Year’s Day Substitute Day

26 January

Australia Day

7 April

Good Friday

10 April

Easter Monday

25 April

Anzac Day

25 December

Christmas Day

26 December

Boxing Day

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FAQ about courier parcel deliveries on public and bank holidays

Do post offices work on national or bank holidays?

No, during national or bank holidays, most postal services, such as Royal Mail, are closed and, therefore, do not perform deliveries. Thus, if you need to send a parcel that has to arrive before a specific date, we recommend using our Express Service, where envelopes and packages are delivered within 24-72h worldwide.

How much earlier should I schedule to make sure the courier will be able to deliver my parcel before the holidays?

To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend arranging your parcel delivery at least one week in advance. Check the average transit time calculated during the order process and calculate approximately 5 working days in advance to make sure you have enough flexibility to cover for possible delays.

Is there a lot of variation on the courier companies’ holiday schedule from year to year?

No, the national and bank holidays in which the couriers do not perform deliveries are the same for each year. What differs is the courier holiday schedule for each country/region since each location has its own special dates and celebrations. Please consider the holiday calendar for both pick-up and delivery countries when booking your parcel delivery with us.

Are the collections also delayed during the holidays?

Especially during major holidays such as Christmas and Easter, collections may be delayed because the courier companies give preference to delivering the packages that were already sent. If you require a parcel delivery service and you know there is a national or bank holiday approaching, this is one more reason to schedule your shipping service in advance.

What happens if my parcel cannot be delivered before the holiday?

If there was a delay and the courier could not deliver your parcel on the expected date due to a national or bank holiday, do not worry – it will be delivered in the following working days. Bear in mind that the volume of shipments is very high during holiday seasons, but courier companies do their best to perform all deliveries on time.

Do couriers charge surcharges for deliveries during the peak shipping seasons?

For parcels and bigger loads that require additional handling, some couriers may charge additional fees called "peak season surcharges". However, this is not set in stone, it may vary depending on the year and the courier company responsible for the shipping.

When booking your delivery with us, we will communicate with the courier on your behalf and provide support where needed.

Disclaimer: Take into consideration these courier companies holiday schedules for 2023 however, bear in mind that some countries have additional non-working days. Courier companies do not collect or deliver parcels on national or public holidays, which varies from country to country.