A couple of questions

What does it mean if your package is in transit for a long time?

When parcel is stuck in transit it means that the package is no longer progressing towards its destination and it is either kept in one of the courier company's depots for further checks or stuck in customs.

Why is my package in transit for so long?

Your package could be stuck in transit for many reasons: loss, damage, or even a USPS tracking system failure. More likely, though, the short-staffed US Post Office has misplaced, mislabelled, or simply overlooked your package. This means it can be located easily enough once you call attention to its absence.

How long will a package stay in transit?

It depends on which shipping service you purchased. For example, USPS Retail Ground shipping is expected to take 2 to 8 days, so seeing an in transit status for more than a week is normal, especially if you live in a remote location or your package is in transit during busy holiday shipping seasons.

How long do packages stay in transit USPS?

USPS Retail Ground—2 to 8 business days. Media Mail—2 to 8 business days. Bound Printed Matter—2 to 8 business days. Parcel Select parcels—2 to 9 business days.

How long is a package in transit before its lost?

seven days If a package that was en route to a customer goes certifiably missing and has not arrived at their doorstep four or five days after schedule, then it can be officially considered lost. When you suspect your packages as lost, wait it out a maximum of seven days beyond the day of expected delivery.

Why are packages from China taking so long?

Because China is the origin of a huge number of international parcels, many retailers there do not use the more well known carriers to get parcels to the destination country. There are private companies who consolidate shipments and transport them across long distances and present them to Customs.

What happens if USPS tracking doesn’t update for days?

Delay on the Part of the Carrier Another reason for USPS tracking not updating might be that the delivery worker has ended their shift. In that case, they leave the package in the truck or take it back to the delivery center. Don't worry — the courier will deliver it to you on the following day.

Can in transit mean out for delivery?

When a package is “in transit,” it means that your package is on the way. When your update says “out for delivery,” that indicates that the item was received by your local distributing center and is in the process of being shipped out by the delivery truck that will bring you the package.