Special Delivery Fee

What is a special delivery fee?

A special delivery fee is assessed when a trucker completes a delivery outside of their typical service parameters -- for example, making a delivery outside of normal hours, or delivering to an area they don’t normally service.

If applicable, a special delivery fee will appear on your Flexport quote or invoice as a destination charge.

When might a trucker charge a special delivery fee?

Common triggers include deliveries on weekends or holidays, outside the receiving facility's normal hours, or to remote locations beyond the trucker's usual service area. Short-notice appointment requests can also lead to one. The fee varies by trucker and region.

How can you avoid a special delivery fee?

Confirm the consignee's receiving hours and full address before the container arrives, and book appointments early. Share any facility restrictions with your forwarder so the trucker can plan the route and schedule up front.

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