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Christmas Shipping Deadlines 2021

Updated 12/14/21

Last day to mail packages for Christmas

Deck the halls! The festive season is just around the corner so if you’re planning to mail gifts to loved ones, particularly if they’re overseas, it’s time to get organized! 

Christmas will be upon us before you can say ‘eggnog’ so grab the calendar and make a note of these important Christmas shipping deadlines. 


US Christmas shipping deadlines

The holiday season is a busy time for couriers, so avoid any potential delays and mail your Christmas gifts as early as possible.  

For peace of mind, try to send gifts two weeks before Christmas for US domestic deliveries, not only will it save you a lot of last-minute stress, but it will be cheaper than paying for an expedited service later. 

The following domestic services will ensure your packages reach their destination by Christmas Eve.

Service

Mail by*

Parcel Monkey Secret Deal - UPS

Ground Drop Off/Pick Up**  

December 15 2021

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USPS Parcel Select 

December 15 2021

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USPS Priority Mail

December 18 2021

*Your package must be with the courier by this date

**These discounted domestic services are Parcel Monkey Secret Deals. 

Top Tip: If you’re booking a pick up service, make sure you book the day before you would like the collection. E.g. Book by Tuesday 14th for a collection on Wednesday 15th.

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International Christmas shipping deadlines 

Sending presents overseas? You’re in the right place. Parcel Monkey can help you book shipping services at discounted rates to over 220 global destinations.

Christmas shipping deadlines for destinations outside the US start in late November for economy services, so the earlier you ship the less you’ll pay.

Delivery times vary by country, but the table below shows the express and economy last posting dates to some of our most popular destinations*.   

Destination

Economy 

Worldwide Expedited and Saver

Canada

December 6 2021

December 18 2021

Mexico December 6 2021 December 21 2021

Western Europe

December 6 2021

December 18 2021

Australia and New Zealand

November 24 2021

December 18 2021 (Worldwide Saver only)

Asia

December 6 2021

December 16 2021 (Worldwide Saver only)

Middle East

December 6 2021

December 18 2021 (Worldwide Saver only)

 

*If you are sending a parcel to an island, such as the Spanish, Greek, Italian or Caribbean Islands, play it safe and allow an extra couple of days. Remote locations in Africa, India, China and the Middle East may also take a little longer. 

Need to find the Christmas shipping deadline for a specific country?

When you get a quote with Parcel Monkey, your quote results will include an estimated delivery time to your chosen destination. This is a good guide to help you work out when you need to mail your packages by. Get a quote early so you can plan ahead. 

For peace of mind, always allow an extra few days for shipping during the holiday season. It’s far better for your packages to arrive early than late. 

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Need help mailing a parcel?

We’ll be here to help you over Christmas. You can contact us via live chat or send us an email through your account. Here are our Christmas opening hours:

Christmas Eve 2021

8 am – 12 pm EDT

Christmas Day 2021

Closed 

Sunday, December 26 2021

Closed

Monday, December 27 2021

24h support

Tuesday, December 28 2021

24h support 

Wednesday, December 29 2021

24h support

Thursday, December 30 2021 24h support

New Years Eve 2021

8 am – 12 pm EDT

New Years Day 2022

Closed

Sunday, January 2  2022

Closed

 

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