FedEx Express and FedEx Ground
Claim Form Instructions and
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Read the following FAQs for answers on the claim resolution process.
When should I file my claim?
Who can file a claim?
Claims for FedEx
Collect on Delivery (C.O.D.) payment must
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The sender, the recipient or a third party can file the claim.
be reported within 21 calendar days after delivery of shipment.
Claims for concealed loss, visible or concealed damage, and
How do I file a claim?
delay must be reported within 60 calendar days and all
Follow the three easy steps listed below to file your claim.
supporting documentation filed within 9 months of delivery date.
Step 1: Choose one of the following options:
Claims for nondelivery, misdelivery and FedEx Ground
C.O.D.
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• C omplete and submit a claim form online at
must be filed within 9 months after the package was tendered
to FedEx for shipment. All claims will be resolved based on the
• C all customer service at 1.800.GoFedEx
merits of the claims investigation.
1.800.463.3339.
How long will the claim resolution process take?
• C omplete a claim form and e-mail, fax or mail it
Most cases will normally be resolved in 5 to 7 business days
(see step 3).
after we receive your claim form and supporting claim
documentation, unless additional time for research is needed.
Step 2: Gather the following documentation:
• P hotocopy of FedEx air waybill, FedEx Ship
What should I do with the merchandise and
Manager
printout, FedEx Ground Pick-Up
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shipment packaging?
Record or delivery receipt.
Keep the merchandise and all original packaging, including
cartons and contents, until the claim resolution process is
• A ll documentation related to the proof of value (copy
finished. It may be necessary to make the packaging available
of original invoice from vendor or supplier, copy
to FedEx for inspection.
of retail invoice or receipt, final confirmation
screen if online order with proof of payment,
Where can I find specific information about the claim
itemized repair invoice or statement of non-repair,
resolution process?
appraisals, expense statement, or any other
For more detailed information, including time limits for
applicable documentation).
specific claim types, go to or refer to the current
• Serial number(s) of merchandise, if applicable.
FedEx Service Guide.
• Inspection report, if applicable.
Can I get updates on the status of my claim?
Step 3: E -mail, fax or mail the completed claim form with the
If you use our online filing option at ,
supporting documentation to:
you can choose to receive periodic e-mail updates on the status
of your claim.
file.claim@
Fax 1.877.229.4766
FedEx
Cargo Claims Dept.
P.O. Box 256
Pittsburgh, PA 15230
I f you fax your claim, you will receive a confirmation
letter by return fax.
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