This article is here to help you understand what a Delivery Area Surcharge is and how much it will cost you when you have one added to a package
A Delivery Area Surcharge (DAS) is an additional fee imposed by shipping carriers like UPS and FedEx for delivering packages to certain remote or less accessible locations. These areas are typically outside the carrier's standard delivery zones or metropolitan areas, which might require extra effort or resources to deliver packages. 26,000 out of the 41,000 zip codes in the United States will receive a delivery area surcharge if a package is delivered to them!
The surcharge is applied to shipments destined for these specific areas to offset the additional costs associated with reaching them. These costs may include longer distances, limited transportation options, higher fuel expenses, and additional handling requirements.
The exact criteria and fees for Delivery Area Surcharges can vary between carriers and may be subject to change over time. The carriers usually have a list of ZIP codes or postal areas that are eligible for the surcharge, and it's essential for shippers and customers to be aware of these zones to calculate shipping costs accurately.
Below is the rate table for all services and how much a delivery area surcharge would cost for that service.
Air Commercial - $3.70
Air Commercial Extended - $4.50
Ground Commercial - $3.70
Ground Commercial Extended - $4.50
Ground Residential - $5.30
Ground Residential Extended - $7.15
Air Residential - $5.55
Air Residential Extended - $7.15