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Are packages sent by UPS insured?

Leia Doyle

Are packages sent by UPS insured?

UPS is liable for loss or damage, at no extra cost, for up to $100.00 for each domestic package, international shipment, or pallet in a UPS Worldwide Express Freight® shipment, where there is no declared value. When a shipper declares a value in excess of $100, it does not receive any form of insurance.

Does UPS insurance cover package theft?

UPS will reimburse up to $100 for loss or damage without further charge. Additional declared value can be purchased, up to a total value of $50,000 per package.

Can you sue UPS for Misdelivery?

To sue UPS, you basically have to prove that their actions resulted in something negative that a damage/loss/misdelivery claim wouldn’t be able to resolve. If the package was misdelivered, you could just simply call UPS and start a claim.

Can you get a refund if your package is stolen UPS?

If your stolen package was delivered by a major postal carrier such as USPS, UPS, or FedEx, you should file a claim with the respective shipping company. If you know your package has been stolen, you could reach out to the sender or seller about a possible replacement or refund.

What if my package doesn’t fit in the UPS drop box?

Pre-Paid Return Labeled Parcels too large for a campus drop box that are “date/time sensitive”, the sender may call UPS 1-800-PICK-UPS for a site pickup or take the parcel to an alternate local UPS drop-off site (Office Depot, The UPS Store, etc.) or directly to UPS.

What happens if a package is damaged UPS?

Package senders or receivers can use our online submission process to report package damage. An inspection by a UPS representative may be required. You also have the option to submit photo documentation along with your claim.

How big of a package will fit in a UPS drop box?

16in. x 13in. x
Drop off packages up to a maximum size of 16in. x 13in. x 3in.

Is it safe to use UPS drop box?

You can drop off any package with a UPS prepaid label at a designated UPS Access Point™ location. Depending on what time of day you drop off your package, it will be safely stored at the UPS Access Point™ location and collected the same or next working day by UPS.

Does Amazon give refunds for stolen packages?

Amazon covers most stolen packages through its “A-to-Z” Guarantee Protection. But if you’ve waited two or more business days for a response or the seller is uncooperative, you can file a claim with Amazon and they’ll likely issue a refund.

Will UPS replace damaged package?

UPS automatically protects each domestic package and international shipment against loss or damage up to a value of $100 without a declaration of value. If the value of your items surpasses $100, you should declare the correct value. If not, the maximum liability for loss or damage to a package is $100.

What happens if an insured package is lost?

If the item was insured and the USPS staff damaged the item while in their possession, a claim will reimburse you for the loss. Keep in mind you need a proof of value or an estimate of the cost to repair the items that were damaged.