International express delivery
Fast international express delivery from door to door, with a dedicated point of contact for urgent shipments.
OCS Amsterdam arranges international express shipments for business customers from collection to delivery. We tailor the route, documentation and planning to your shipment and handle customs clearance where needed. This gives you one clear point of contact for fast deliveries within and outside Europe.
Benefits of our international express delivery service
Fast worldwide delivery
Delivery with predictable lead times via an international network.
Track & Trace and clear updates
Insight from pickup to delivery with clear status messages.
Customs & documentation arranged
We handle the required documents and customs to help avoid delays.
Fixed coordination & extra accessibility
One dedicated point of contact who can act quickly in urgent situations.
How international express delivery works
Request & customs check
You submit your request. We check the documents, HS codes and customs requirements.
Quotation & planning
You receive a quotation with a schedule. We plan pickup and delivery.
Pickup
A driver picks up your shipment. Track & Trace is activated immediately.
Delivery & confirmation
Your shipment is delivered. You receive a delivery confirmation with the details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about delivery times, documentation, costs, and customs for international express shipments.
Transit times depend on the destination, route, and network capacity. Please note that shipments may experience delays around public holidays. You'll receive a clear time estimate with your quote, and we monitor your shipment through to delivery.
For non-document shipments leaving the EU, you'll need to provide a commercial invoice, packing list, goods description, and HS codes. OCS verifies the data, handles customs processing, and arranges all required shipping paperwork.
Limits vary by route, transport mode, and capacity. We'll assess your shipment in advance and recommend the best solution.
Yes. You'll receive a Track & Trace link with real-time status updates from pickup to delivery. For urgent shipments, you get a dedicated contact person and extended availability.
International shipments typically have a cut-off time in the late morning or early afternoon. Same-day pickup is available in many regions upon confirmation. We'll confirm the exact time window when scheduling your shipment.
Yes, subject to prior approval with correct ADR/IATA classification, packaging, and labeling. Our specialists review your request in advance and confirm whether the shipment can proceed.
International Express Delivery Checklist
Make sure your shipment is ready for immediate transport. Check these points for fast, secure and error-free handling.
Basic information — always required:
• Sender and recipient address and contact details (name, phone, delivery address)
• Number of packages, dimensions per package, weight
• Goods description (product description)
Additional information — if applicable:
• Preferred deadline (date)
• Special instructions
• Insurance
• Shipment temperature/condition
• Dangerous goods
• Loading or unloading reference
Basic information — always needed:
• Sender and recipient address and contact details (name, phone, delivery address)
• Goods description, HS codes, country of origin per item
• Number of packages, dimensions per package, weight
• Invoice value in currency
• Incoterms: who pays import duties/VAT (standard DAP or DDP)
• Documents: commercial invoice or proforma invoice (proforma invoice can also be generated by the booking portal)
Additional information — if applicable:
• Preferred deadline (date)
• Special instructions
• Insurance
• Sender/Recipient EORI Number
• Shipment temperature/condition
• Dangerous goods (UN1845, IATA DGR)
• Loading or unloading reference
Other services
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European Road Transport
Overland delivery across Europe when road freight fits your route and timeline.
On Board Courier
For time-critical shipments that require hand-carry by a personal courier from pickup to delivery.
Special Shipments & Events
For shipments requiring custom handling, special conditions, or project-based logistics.
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