FedEx Tracking: Track Your FedEx Parcel Live

FedEx tracking number format

Format	Used for
12 digits	FedEx Express
15 digits	FedEx Ground and Home Delivery
20 or 22 digits	FedEx Ground Economy, often starting with 96

About FedEx tracking

FedEx numbers are fully numeric. The length tells you the service: 12 digits for Express, 15 for Ground and Home Delivery, and longer numbers for Ground Economy, which is often handed to the local post office for the last mile.

Because 12 and 15 digit numbers are also used by other carriers, check the carrier name we detect and change it if your receipt says otherwise.

When you track here, we open the official FedEx page with your number already filled in, so you always see the carrier's own latest scan.

Where to find your FedEx tracking number

Check the shipping email for a 12 or 15 digit number, or the FedEx label under the barcode. If you shipped at a FedEx Office or partner store, the number is on your receipt.

FedEx services you can track

FedEx Priority Overnight and Standard OvernightNext business day delivery by a set time.

FedEx 2Day and Express SaverTwo and three business day express services.

FedEx Ground and Home DeliveryRoad services for businesses and homes, usually one to five business days.

FedEx International Priority and International EconomyInternational express, faster or cheaper.

How to track a FedEx parcel

Find the number. Look in the shipping email, the order page or the receipt. A FedEx number looks like 123456789012.
Paste it above. FedEx is selected for you on this page. Spaces and dashes are removed.
Read the status. Check the latest scan and the history. If nothing has changed for a while, see the tips below.

FedEx tracking status meanings

Label created / Shipment information receivedThe sender made a label and told the carrier a parcel is coming. The carrier does not have the parcel yet. Wait one to two days for the first scan. If nothing changes after three working days, ask the sender whether it was handed over.
In transitThe parcel is moving through the carrier network, by truck, plane or both. Gaps of a day or two between scans are normal, longer for international parcels.
Held at customs / Customs clearanceThe destination country is checking the parcel. Duties, taxes or documents may be needed. Watch for a message from the carrier about payment. Only pay through the carrier's official website.
Out for deliveryThe parcel is on the delivery vehicle today. Keep your phone on and someone at the address if possible.
Delivery attemptedThe driver came but could not deliver, for example nobody was home or access was blocked. Check the card or message left, then rebook delivery or collect it.
Exception / DelayedSomething stopped the normal route: weather, an address problem, damage or a missed connection. Most exceptions clear on their own within a day or two. Contact the carrier if nothing changes in 48 hours.
DeliveredThe carrier recorded the parcel as handed over or left at the address. If you cannot find it, check safe places and neighbours, then contact the sender within 24 hours.

Every tracking status explained

Common FedEx tracking problems and fixes

"Pending" or "Label created"

FedEx has the shipping details but not the parcel yet. It updates after pickup from the sender.

"Delivery exception"

Something stopped delivery today, for example the address, weather or nobody available to sign. FedEx usually tries again the next business day.

"Clearance delay" on international parcels

Customs needs more information or payment of duties. FedEx contacts the receiver or the sender with instructions.

Tips for FedEx parcels

A Ground Economy parcel can switch to USPS for final delivery. Track it on both if FedEx stops updating.
FedEx Delivery Manager (free) lets you hold a parcel at a FedEx location.

Getting help with a FedEx delivery

Use FedEx Delivery Manager or the official FedEx website to redirect or hold a parcel. For lost or damaged items, contact the sender first.

FedEx tracking FAQ

How do I know if my number is FedEx?

FedEx tracking numbers are digits only, usually 12 or 15 digits long. Your shipping email or receipt names the carrier.

Why does FedEx say "Delivery exception"?

Something stopped the delivery, such as an address problem, weather or a closed business. The parcel usually moves again after the next scan.

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