Holiday Shipping Deadlines

SOURCE www.npr.org
Important deadlines for shipping gifts and greeting cards before Christmas, with guidelines from USPS, UPS, and FedEx. Recommendations on when to mail items for domestic and international delivery.

Key Points

  • USPS recommends mailing items by Dec. 21 for delivery within the U.S.
  • Deadlines for Alaska, Hawaii, and international shipments vary
  • UPS Next Day Air can deliver items by Christmas Eve
  • FedEx offers various services with different cutoff dates

Pros

  • Clear guidelines on mailing deadlines for different carriers and destinations
  • Helpful tips for avoiding delays and ensuring gifts arrive on time

Cons

  • Potential for confusion with different cutoff dates for USPS, UPS, and FedEx
  • Possible disruptions due to strikes or high shipping volumes