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Make Sure Your Gifts Arrive In Time for the Holidays

See our roundup so your gifts arrive in time for your loved ones to unwrap on Christmas.

It doesn't matter how great your Christmas gift is if it doesn't arrive on Christmas. Check out our guide to shipping gifts below. However, be sure to call the closest location or check the respective websites for specific shipment dates and prices.

You can ship domestically through Christmas Day using same-day service, FedEx's website states.

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Check the website for specific international shipments.

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Domestic express mail must be shipped by Dec. 22, the U.S. Postal Service's website states. Other important dates include:

  • Dec. 15 — Last day to ship Parcel Post for Christmas arrival
  • Dec. 17 — Last day to ship for military overseas
  • Dec. 19 — Last day for most international shipments
  • Dec. 20 — Last day to send first-class mail
  • Dec. 21 — Last day to send Priority Mail for Christmas arrival

Domestic shipments should be sent no later than Dec. 22.

International shipment varies, but you should allow for 1-7 days of shipping time, depending on the destination.


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