If you need to send documents internationally, choosing the right courier can make a huge difference in delivery speed, cost, and reliability. Whether it’s legal papers, contracts, or important business documents, you want a service that is fast, secure, and trackable.
In this blog, we compare five popular courier options—TracX Logis, SingPost, FedEx, UPS, and SF Express– all available on EasyParcel, to help you decide the best way to send documents internationally.
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What to Consider Before You Send Documents Internationally
Before comparing couriers, it’s important to understand what affects international document delivery:
- Delivery speed (express vs economy)
- Destination country coverage
- Tracking and reliability
- Cost and surcharges
- Customs handling efficiency
Different couriers perform better depending on your priorities.
Courier Comparison: Best Options to Send Documents Internationally
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Courier
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Service Name
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Price From
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Delivery Duration
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Max Weight and Dimension
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More Details
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TracX Logis
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International Delivery
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from S$3.90
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3 – 8 working days after collection
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Max weight:
30kg
Max dimension: L + W + H = 300cm |
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SingPost
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Speedpost Priority International
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from S$26.50
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Depends on the destination country
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Max weight:
30kg
Max dimension: L + W + H = 200cm |
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Speedpost Express International
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from S$29.28
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FedEx
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FedEx International Connect Plus
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S$32.54
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1 – 2 working days (subjected to custom clearance)
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Max weight:
70kg
Max dimension: 274cm in length and 330cm in length + girth |
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FedEx International Priority
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Depends on parcel weight and dimension
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1 to 2 business days worldwide (subjected to custom clearance)
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Max weight:
68kg
Max dimension: 274cm in length and 330cm in length + girth |
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FedEx International Priority Express
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FedEx International Economy
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2 to 5 business days to major markets (subjected to custom clearance)
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UPS
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UPS Worldwide Express Saver®
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from S$21.00
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1 – 3 working days, by end of day
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Max weight:
70kg
Max dimension: 274cm in length and 400cm in length + girth |
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UPS Worldwide Expedited
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from S$21.92
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3 – 5 working days, by end of day
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UPS Worldwide Express
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Depends on the destination country
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1 – 3 working days, typically by 10:30am or noon
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SF Express
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SF International Standard
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from S$27.92
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1 – 3 working days within SF Express coverage area, subjected to customs clearance
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Max weight:
30kg
Max dimension: 200cm(L) x 80cm(W) x 70cm(H) |
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SF International Ecommerce
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from S$4.75
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1 – 3 working days within SF Express coverage area, subjected to customs clearance
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Which Courier Is Best to Send Documents Internationally?
Choosing the best courier depends on your needs:
- Fastest option: UPS
- Cheapest option: TracX Logis
- Wide Coverage: FedEx (Global Shipping: Anywhere to Anywhere)
- Best for Asia: SF Express
- Best for reliability: SingPost
👉 There is no single “best” option—it depends on speed, cost, and destination.
Pro Tips to Send Documents Internationally Successfully
✅ Use Proper Packaging
Place documents in a waterproof envelope or between rigid cardboard to prevent bending.
✅ Choose the Right Service Level
For urgent documents, select UPS (end of the day) or UPS. For non-urgent, TracX Logis (from S$3.90) saves money.
✅ Add Tracking
Always choose a service with tracking – all couriers listed offer real-time tracking.
Pro Tips: Using EasyTrack, can track up to 80+courier services in one dashboard, and track up to 15+ shipments at once.
✅ Consider EasyCover for Valuable Documents
For passports, contracts, or original certificates, add EasyCover for loss protection up to S$5,000.
✅ Book Before Cut-Off
To ensure same-day dispatch, book before the courier’s cut-off time.
Simple Steps to Send Documents Internationally
International Delivery
1. Click on “International” Tab.
2. Enter your origin and destination postcodes as well as parcel weight and click “Quote & Book” button.
3. Choose your preferred courier services and book now.
4. Fill in the sender’s, receiver’s details and parcel details then proceed to payment.
