This is a temporary surcharge ensuring operational continuity during a period of high demand.
Effective February 17, 2026 the Demand Surcharge is suspended
The suspension applies from all origins to all destinations and for all services in scope
DHL reserves the right to re-activate the Demand Surcharge. Both the amount and duration of the surcharge will be determined at DHL's sole discretion.

DHL Express does not accept international shipments of Controlled Military Items subject to export controls.

This suspension does not include domestic shipments of Controlled Military Items or international shipments of licensed dual-use items.

If you are uncertain whether your shipment contains military items subject to export controls, please contact your national licensing authority (and/or the licensing authority in the country of origin and destination of the military items) to verify.