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"Out For Delivery Today" (UPS): what it means and how long it lasts

The local UPS facility gave the package to a driver. UPS says residential deliveries are typically 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (sometimes later), and commercial ones by close of business, unless it's a time-definite air service.

Normally lasts: Same day, typically by 7 p.m. (sometimes later) for homes.

When to act: If it isn't delivered and tracking doesn't update by the next business day.

Also shown as: Out for Delivery

What to do

  1. Wait until evening. Drivers sometimes run late.
  2. If not delivered, check tracking for an exception reason.
  3. Contact UPS if there's no update by the next business day.

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Which facility is it at?

The location next to the scan tells you. Type it here, or pick one of the busiest UPS hubs below, for live alerts and how long packages normally sit there.

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Questions

What does "Out For Delivery Today" mean?

The local UPS facility gave the package to a driver. UPS says residential deliveries are typically 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (sometimes later), and commercial ones by close of business, unless it's a time-definite air service.

How long does "Out For Delivery Today" usually last?

Same day, typically by 7 p.m. (sometimes later) for homes. If it isn't delivered and tracking doesn't update by the next business day.

What should I do if my UPS package is stuck on "Out For Delivery Today"?

Wait until evening. Drivers sometimes run late. If not delivered, check tracking for an exception reason. Contact UPS if there's no update by the next business day.

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