Mail carriers and shipping companies will be closed on Christmas Day.
In this July 27, 2020, file photo, the tails of three UPS aircraft are shown parked at Miami International Airport in Miami.Christmas is less than two weeks away, which means time is running out for you to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones and ensure they receive them in time to open on Christmas morning.
Mail carriers say they are prepared for one of the busiest shipping times of the year. FedEx, in particular, says the company is committed to making it"easy, fast, and affordable for our customers.
Here are the deadlines you need to know for getting gifts and greeting cards to your loved ones before Christmas Day.The United States Postal Service advises that the earlier you mail your items — greeting cards, packages and other gifts — the better.If you plan to use the USPS and want your items to arrive within the U.S. before Christmas, they should be mailed by Dec. 21. If sending items to Alaska or Hawaii, the deadline is Dec. 20.
If you're using United Parcel Service and want your items delivered by Christmas Eve, you can use UPS Next Day Air. However, you must ship within the U.S. and to Canada by Dec. 23, according to its shipping table. The carrier recommends that you calculate the cost and time of the delivery for your specific destination atyou have at least until Dec. 23 to ship your package within the U.S. for arrival before Christmas Eve but that depends on which service you use.
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