Express mail

Express mail is an expedited type of courier service delivering non-freight shipments to destinations faster than the regular service provided by public postal carriers. For a premium fee, packages are usually delivered domestically overnight, although, some companies offer regional same-day or second day options. Shipments to international destinations will usually require a longer transit time, however, the overall time will usually be quicker than the postal service. Promptness is the crucial advantage, but express mail services also offers door delivery and signature confirmation.

The major global companies that furnish this service include:

• UPS
• FedEx
• UCS
• DHL
• TNT
• eCourier

See also

• Universal Postal Union express mail service
• Express Mail (USPS)