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Holiday shipping deadlines 2025

by Jewelers Mutual
Sep 16, 2025 9:00AM
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Summary

Jewelers must plan ahead for holiday shipping deadlines to ensure timely deliveries and maintain customer satisfaction.

  • The JM® Shipping Solution provides a centralized dashboard for managing shipments across major carriers.
  • Real-time alerts and loss prevention tools help avoid delays and delivery issues.
  • Key 2025 deadlines include December 18 for USPS Priority Mail and December 23 for FedEx Overnight.

 

The holiday season is full of excitement and growth potential, but it also brings shipping challenges for your business. You're working hard to meet customer expectations, manage tight deadlines, and keep up with demand, and JM® Shipping Solution is here to support you with tools to help you stay organized and in control.

As the 2025 holiday season picks up speed, you’ll see more shipments, higher stakes, and less time to spare. With the right tools, you can stay ahead and keep the season bright for your customers.

  • Ship with confidence, all season long: Manage all your shipments from a single dashboard, for all major carriers. Print labels, track packages, and obtain insurance with just a few clicks.
  • Enjoy the gift of peace of mind: Our real-time loss prevention guidance flags potential issues before they happen, saving you precious time and money. Monitor package status and receive proactive alerts on any potential delivery concerns.
  • Consolidated shipping invoices with JM Shipping Solution: JM Shipping Solution conveniently consolidates invoices into a single, concise view. This allows you to focus on what truly matters – growing customer satisfaction.

 

The best time is on time

When your customers receive their purchases as expected, they’re more likely to return season after season. Use our holiday shipping deadlines guide to make sure your packages arrive on time. 

 

Can’t-miss shipping deadlines

UPS

  • Ground® - Thursday, December 17
  • 3 Day Select® - Friday, December 19
  • 2nd Day Air® Services - Saturday, December 20
  • Next Day Air® Services - Tuesday, December 23
  • View full UPS holiday schedule
     

USPS

  • USPS Ground Advantage™ - Thursday, December 18
  • First Class Mail® - Thursday, December 18
  • Priority Mail® - Friday, December 19
  • Priority Mail Express® - Sunday, December 21
  • View full USPS holiday schedule
     

FedEx

  • FedEx Ground® - Monday, December 15
  • FedEx Express Saver - Friday, December 19
  • FedEx 2Day - Saturday, December 20
  • FedEx Overnight - Tuesday, December 23
  • View full FedEx holiday schedule
  • For additional FedEx recommended ship-by dates, please click here. 
     

Recommendations 

  • Ship early if possible—cut-offs can vary by ZIP code and volume.
  • FedEx’s peak surcharges run Nov 24–Dec 28  
  • USPS money-back guarantee is suspended Dec 22–25 for Express
  • UPS Ground cutoff depends on location—verify on UPS.com/ctc as before.
  • For deliveries to Alaska, Hawaii, or international destinations, add 2–5 days to cutoffs (USPS). 

 

Make this your best holiday season yet

You’re the expert at delivering for your customers, and JM Shipping Solution helps make it easier.

Think of it as the wrapping that keeps your holiday operations dialed-in, helping you stay organized, avoid delays, and focus on what matters most.

 

New to JM Shipping Solution?

Learn more and discover the tools jewelers like you trust to simplify shipping, save time, and create a seamless experience your customers will never forget.

Then sign up on Zing® Marketplace to get started and keep your holiday operations running smoothly.

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