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Day Definite Delivery Services

Day Definite Delivery Services guarantee arrival on a specific calendar day, not merely within a delivery window.

Last updated: 9 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

Source: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/day-certain.html

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Day Definite Delivery Services guarantee arrival on a specific calendar day, not merely within a delivery window. A shipper knows precisely which day the cargo will land—Monday, for example, not 'sometime next week'. These services typically include real-time tracking, binding delivery guarantees, and compensation (discount, credit, or credit note) if the carrier misses the date. They are especially valuable for time-sensitive sectors such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, and perishables.

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