About Aramex
Aramex is a Dubai-headquartered logistics and transportation company operating express parcel delivery, domestic courier, international express, freight forwarding, ecommerce logistics, warehousing, fulfillment and customs-related services. In tracking, Aramex may be the origin carrier, the international express carrier, the customs broker or the last-mile delivery carrier, depending on the route and service purchased by the sender.
Aramex Core Profile
| Field | Verified information |
| Official name | Aramex PJSC / Aramex |
| Official website | https://www.aramex.com/ |
| Carrier type | Integrated logistics provider: express carrier, domestic courier, international express provider, freight forwarder, ecommerce logistics provider and supply-chain operator. |
| Primary region | Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates with services in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe and other international trade lanes through its network and partners. |
| Tracking page | https://www.aramex.com/track/shipments |
| Founded and headquarters | Aramex publicly describes its founding in 1982 and its headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
Carrier Entity Relationships
| Entity | Relationship summary |
| Aramex | Aramex is the canonical carrier brand used for parcel tracking and customer-facing logistics services. |
View all details for Aramex| Entity type | Canonical carrier and logistics company. |
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| Why it matters to tracking | The tracking number should be checked against Aramex when Aramex has accepted, transported, brokered or delivered the shipment. |
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| Official evidence | Aramex official website and official tracking page. |
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| International Express and Domestic Express | International Express and Domestic Express are Aramex-operated express delivery services used for documents, parcels and ecommerce shipments. |
View all details for Aramex express services| Entity type | Operated services. |
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| Why it matters to tracking | Express shipments usually show pickup, hub processing, customs or out-for-delivery events when scans are available. |
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| Official evidence | Aramex shipping services pages. |
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| Aramex tracking tools | Aramex provides official web tracking and shipment tools for customers to check shipment events and delivery progress. |
View all details for Aramex tracking tools| Entity type | Tracking product. |
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| Why it matters to tracking | The official tracking page is the primary place to confirm whether Aramex recognizes a shipment number. |
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| Official evidence | Aramex official tracking page. |
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| Aramex hubs, depots and customs facilities | Aramex hubs, depots and customs-related facilities process shipments at origin, transit and destination stages. |
View all details for Aramex network facilities| Entity type | Key network and facility entities. |
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| Why it matters to tracking | A facility scan means the parcel was scanned at that point; it does not by itself prove customs release or delivery completion. |
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| Official evidence | Aramex service, office locator and customs information pages. |
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| Partner carriers | Partner carriers may pick up, line-haul or deliver shipments before or after an Aramex scan appears. |
View all details for Aramex partner handoffs| Entity type | International or last-mile partners. |
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| Why it matters to tracking | A partner event may mean electronic data exists before Aramex physically receives the parcel; responsibility changes only after actual handover and acceptance scans. |
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| Official evidence | Aramex tracking and service network materials. |
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| 17TRACK | 17TRACK aggregates available tracking events from Aramex and other carriers when users submit a shipment number. |
View all details for 17TRACK and Aramex| Entity type | Independent multi-carrier tracking platform. |
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| Why it matters to tracking | 17TRACK can help identify the carrier and normalize events, but 17TRACK does not transport, reroute, refund or approve claims. |
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| Official evidence | 17TRACK API documentation and platform carrier tracking functions. |
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Quick Answer
To track an Aramex package, enter the shipment number on the official Aramex tracking page or use 17TRACK to check available events across Aramex and possible partner carriers. If no result appears, first verify that you entered the shipment number rather than an order number, remove spaces or hyphens, confirm the seller has handed the parcel to the carrier, and allow time for the first physical scan.
Pro Tip: 17TRACK is an independent tracking platform. It can display available tracking events, but it cannot change the delivery address, release a customs hold, approve a claim, refund an ecommerce order or contact the driver on your behalf.
How to Track Aramex Packages
Use the official Aramex tracking page for carrier-confirmed events and use 17TRACK when the shipment may involve multiple carriers, ecommerce platforms or cross-border handoffs.
Tracking Paths
| Path | How to use it |
| Official Aramex tracking | Open the Aramex tracking page, enter the shipment number from the label, receipt or shipper notification, and review the latest event. |
| 17TRACK tracking | Enter the same number on 17TRACK to check available Aramex events and possible partner-carrier events in one view. |
| Seller or merchant tracking | Use the merchant order page to find the carrier name, shipment number and any alternate last-mile number assigned after handoff. |
| Aramex mobile or account tools | Where available in your region, sign in to Aramex digital tools to manage eligible shipments, pickup requests or notifications. |
A tracking number is a carrier shipment identifier. An order number identifies a purchase; a reference number identifies a shipper’s internal record; a delivery notice number may relate to a missed delivery; and a label number can exist before the parcel is physically accepted. If you do not have a tracking number, ask the sender or merchant to provide the Aramex shipment number or confirm whether another carrier is handling the first mile.
Tracking Statuses and Meanings
Aramex tracking events describe the shipment lifecycle from data creation to pickup, transit, customs, delivery, exception or return. The responsible party changes as the parcel moves between sender, Aramex, customs and partners.
Status Quick Lookup
| Status | What it means |
| Shipment information received | Aramex has electronic shipment data, but the parcel may not yet be physically accepted. |
View all details for shipment information received| Lifecycle stage | Pre-shipment. |
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| Current responsible party | Sender, merchant or pickup partner until acceptance occurs. |
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| What happens next | Pickup, drop-off or first Aramex acceptance scan. |
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| What you should do | Confirm dispatch with the seller if no physical scan appears after the seller’s promised handover time. |
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| Picked up / Shipment collected | Aramex or an authorized pickup operation has collected the shipment. |
View all details for shipment collected| Lifecycle stage | Accepted. |
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| Current responsible party | Aramex or its authorized network. |
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| What happens next | Sorting at origin facility and movement toward line-haul or destination depot. |
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| What you should do | Monitor the next facility scan; action is usually not required. |
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| In transit / Departed facility | The shipment is moving between Aramex facilities, gateways or partner network points. |
View all details for in transit| Lifecycle stage | In transit. |
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| Current responsible party | Aramex, line-haul operator or contracted partner depending on route segment. |
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| What happens next | Arrival at transit hub, export gateway, import gateway or destination depot. |
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| What you should do | Wait for the next scan unless the shipment is past the seller’s or Aramex service expectation. |
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| Held at customs / Clearance in progress | Customs, security or brokerage processing is required before the shipment can continue. |
View all details for customs clearance| Lifecycle stage | Customs/Handover. |
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| Current responsible party | Customs authority, Aramex broker, importer or recipient depending on the requested information. |
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| What happens next | Release, duty/tax payment request, document request, inspection or return if clearance fails. |
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| What you should do | Respond quickly to Aramex or customs requests for invoice, ID, tax number or import permission. |
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| Out for delivery | The shipment is with the delivery courier or destination depot for delivery attempt. |
View all details for out for delivery| Lifecycle stage | Out for delivery. |
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| Current responsible party | Aramex destination delivery operation or appointed last-mile partner. |
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| What happens next | Delivered, failed attempt, rescheduled delivery or pickup instruction. |
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| What you should do | Be available, check phone messages and prepare ID, payment or access instructions if required. |
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| Delivered | A delivery scan or proof-of-delivery record indicates completion at the recorded location or recipient. |
View all details for delivered| Lifecycle stage | Delivered. |
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| Current responsible party | Recipient should verify receipt; Aramex can investigate scan details when contacted through official channels. |
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| What happens next | Proof of delivery, delivery location confirmation or investigation if disputed. |
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| What you should do | Check reception, neighbors, lockers and delivery photo or signature if available before escalating. |
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| Delivery attempted / Consignee unavailable | The courier attempted delivery but could not complete it. |
View all details for delivery attempted| Lifecycle stage | Exception. |
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| Current responsible party | Recipient and Aramex delivery office. |
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| What happens next | Redelivery, pickup arrangement, contact request or return process after failed attempts under local policy. |
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| What you should do | Use Aramex contact or delivery-management options in your country to reschedule or provide instructions. |
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| Returned to shipper | The shipment is moving back to the sender because delivery, clearance or acceptance conditions were not met. |
View all details for returned to shipper| Lifecycle stage | Return. |
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| Current responsible party | Aramex return route, sender and possibly customs if international. |
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| What happens next | Return transit, sender receipt, refund or replacement decision by the seller. |
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| What you should do | Contact the seller immediately because the sender normally controls refund, replacement and reshipment. |
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Services and Delivery Times
Aramex service availability, transit time and delivery options vary by origin, destination, account type, customs requirements and commodity. Published estimates should be treated as service guidance unless Aramex explicitly provides a guarantee for the purchased service.
Service Comparison
| Service | Best for |
| International Express | Time-sensitive cross-border documents and parcels shipped through Aramex express channels. |
View all details for International Express| Service type | International express courier. |
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| Coverage | Available on eligible international lanes served by Aramex and its network. |
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| Tracking level | Pickup, facility, customs, transit, delivery and exception scans when available. |
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| Key size/weight condition | Limits depend on origin, destination, product and commodity; verify during booking. |
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| Included protection/extra service | Service features depend on booking terms; optional value protection may require separate purchase. |
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| Main limitation | Customs, restricted commodities and remote-area delivery can affect delivery progress. |
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| Domestic Express | Local or national parcel delivery inside countries where Aramex operates domestic courier services. |
View all details for Domestic Express| Service type | Domestic courier and parcel delivery. |
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| Coverage | Country-specific and subject to local Aramex network coverage. |
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| Tracking level | Collection, depot, out-for-delivery, delivery attempt and delivered events. |
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| Key size/weight condition | Local product rules and booking channel determine acceptance limits. |
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| Included protection/extra service | Delivery confirmation may be available; extra services vary by country. |
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| Main limitation | Address quality, access restrictions and recipient availability are common last-mile constraints. |
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| Freight | Heavier commercial cargo moved by air, ocean or road freight forwarding. |
View all details for Freight| Service type | Freight forwarding and cargo logistics. |
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| Coverage | Trade-lane and mode dependent. |
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| Tracking level | Milestone tracking may be based on transport documents rather than parcel scans. |
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| Key size/weight condition | Designed for larger or commercial shipments subject to freight documentation. |
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| Included protection/extra service | Customs brokerage, cargo insurance or special handling may require quotation and documents. |
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| Main limitation | Public parcel tracking may not show all freight events. |
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| Ecommerce logistics and returns | Online retail fulfillment, cross-border ecommerce and customer returns. |
View all details for ecommerce logistics and returns| Service type | Ecommerce parcel logistics, fulfillment and returns. |
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| Coverage | Merchant contract, warehouse location and destination dependent. |
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| Tracking level | May include merchant-created labels, pickup, hub, cross-border and last-mile events. |
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| Key size/weight condition | Determined by merchant agreement and destination delivery rules. |
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| Included protection/extra service | Return labels, merchant notifications and account-level reporting may be available to businesses. |
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| Main limitation | Recipients normally must contact the seller for refund or replacement decisions. |
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Delivery Time
| Service | Published delivery standard |
| International Express | Varies by origin, destination, customs, commodity and service purchased. |
View delivery-time details for International Express| Business or calendar days | Usually presented as business-day service expectations where quoted; confirm at booking. |
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| Guarantee status | Not a universal money-back guarantee unless stated in the specific product terms. |
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| Starts counting from | Physical acceptance or collection, not merely label creation. |
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| Main delay factors | Customs review, incomplete invoice, duties and taxes, security checks, remote areas, weather and partner handoffs. |
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| Official source date/validity | Verify current route quote and terms on Aramex service and shipping tools before dispatch. |
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| Domestic Express | Varies by country, city pair, cutoff time and local service level. |
View delivery-time details for Domestic Express| Business or calendar days | Country-specific; local weekends and public holidays affect calculation. |
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| Guarantee status | Depends on booked product and local terms. |
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| Starts counting from | Collection or drop-off acceptance after the cutoff rules for that location. |
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| Main delay factors | Address errors, recipient unavailability, access restrictions, local holidays and depot capacity. |
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| Official source date/validity | Confirm with Aramex local booking, rate or customer service tools. |
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| Freight | Varies by mode, booking, customs documents and trade lane. |
View delivery-time details for Freight| Business or calendar days | Mode-specific transit planning may include sailing schedules, flight uplift and border operations. |
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| Guarantee status | Contract and quotation dependent. |
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| Starts counting from | Booking acceptance, cargo receipt or departure milestone as defined in freight documents. |
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| Main delay factors | Port congestion, airline capacity, customs holds, inspections, document corrections and consignee release steps. |
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| Official source date/validity | Confirm with the freight quote and Aramex freight contact. |
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Common Tracking Problems and Solutions
Most Aramex tracking issues come from early label creation, partner handoff gaps, customs requirements, address problems or a delivery scan that needs local verification.
Problem & Solution
| Problem/status shown | Immediate action |
| Invalid number | Remove spaces, confirm every digit, and make sure you are not entering an order number. |
View all details for invalid number| Likely cause | Wrong identifier, typo, not yet uploaded to Aramex or wrong carrier. |
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| Check first | Seller email, label image, Aramex shipment confirmation and 17TRACK auto-detection. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate to the seller if the number still fails after the dispatch confirmation time. |
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| Who to contact | Seller first; Aramex if the number is confirmed as an Aramex shipment. |
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| No tracking / label created | Wait for physical pickup or drop-off scan and ask the sender whether the parcel has actually been handed over. |
View all details for no tracking| Likely cause | Electronic shipment record exists before Aramex receives the parcel. |
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| Check first | Pickup date, merchant dispatch notice and first acceptance event. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate when the seller confirms handover but no acceptance event appears after a reasonable scan window for that region. |
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| Who to contact | Sender or merchant, because they control handover proof. |
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| Stuck in transit | Compare the last scan location with the service route and check for customs, weekend, holiday or remote-area effects. |
View all details for stuck in transit| Likely cause | Line-haul gap, missed intermediate scan, network delay or customs processing. |
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| Check first | Latest physical scan, estimated delivery, destination country holidays and customs messages. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate to Aramex or the sender when the shipment is beyond the promised service expectation or needs missing documents. |
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| Who to contact | Recipient for local delivery questions; sender for contract-level investigation. |
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| Delivery exception or address issue | Provide a complete address, phone number, access code or landmark through the official Aramex channel for your country. |
View all details for delivery exception| Likely cause | Incomplete address, wrong phone number, restricted building access or recipient unavailable. |
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| Check first | Address spelling, postal code, building name, apartment number and phone availability. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate before local return processing begins. |
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| Who to contact | Recipient can contact Aramex for delivery instructions; sender may be required for formal address changes. |
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| Customs hold | Respond to requests for invoice, ID, tax number, import permit or duty/tax payment. |
View all details for customs hold| Likely cause | Customs review, missing documents, restricted goods or unpaid duties and taxes. |
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| Check first | Aramex messages, email, SMS, government import rules and seller invoice. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate if documents were submitted but the tracking remains held and Aramex requests further action. |
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| Who to contact | Aramex customs/brokerage contact or the seller if commercial documents are wrong. |
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| Delivered but not received | Check the delivery location, household, reception, neighbors and proof of delivery before opening a dispute. |
View all details for delivered but not received| Likely cause | Accepted by another person, delivered to reception, scan at nearby location, locker pickup or incorrect address. |
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| Check first | Proof of delivery, signature name, delivery photo if available, building mailroom and security desk. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate promptly to Aramex and the seller if the package cannot be located after local checks. |
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| Who to contact | Aramex for delivery evidence; seller for refund or replacement policy. |
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| Lost or damaged | Keep packaging, take photos, preserve invoice evidence and ask the sender to start the applicable investigation or claim. |
View all details for lost or damaged shipments| Likely cause | Network loss, damage during handling, packaging failure or missing contents. |
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| Check first | Shipment value, content photos, outer and inner packaging, invoice and delivery scan. |
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| When to escalate | Escalate as soon as loss or damage is identified because claim windows depend on service, country and contract. |
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| Who to contact | Sender or account holder usually files with Aramex; buyer contacts the seller for ecommerce remedy. |
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International Shipping, Customs and Carrier Handoffs
Aramex participates in international transport as an express carrier, broker, freight forwarder or destination delivery provider. Cross-border tracking can contain visibility gaps when a parcel moves between electronic pre-advice, physical handover, export clearance, line-haul, import customs and last-mile delivery.
International Flow
| Stage | What is happening |
| Origin booking and pickup | The sender creates shipment data and Aramex or a pickup partner collects the parcel. |
View all details for origin booking and pickup| Physical custodian/responsible entity | Sender until pickup; Aramex or partner after acceptance. |
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| Typical tracking event | Shipment information received, picked up or collected. |
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| Can the tracking number change? | Usually the Aramex shipment number remains, but a partner number may also exist. |
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| Normal visibility gap | Before first physical scan. |
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| What the customer should do | Confirm actual handover if only electronic data appears. |
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| Export processing | The shipment is sorted, screened and prepared for international departure. |
View all details for export processing| Physical custodian/responsible entity | Aramex origin operation, airport gateway or export partner. |
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| Typical tracking event | Processed at facility, departed facility or export scan. |
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| Can the tracking number change? | Not usually for the customer-facing number; internal transport references may differ. |
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| Normal visibility gap | Between departure and arrival at a transit or destination gateway. |
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| What the customer should do | Wait unless Aramex requests missing export documents. |
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| Line-haul and partner handoff | The shipment moves by air, road or other contracted transport and may pass through partner systems. |
View all details for line-haul and partner handoff| Physical custodian/responsible entity | Aramex, airline, road carrier or contracted logistics partner. |
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| Typical tracking event | In transit, departed origin, arrived at transit facility or partner handoff. |
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| Can the tracking number change? | A second partner or last-mile number may be attached, especially in ecommerce lanes. |
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| Normal visibility gap | During flight, road movement, consolidation or partner data exchange. |
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| What the customer should do | Use 17TRACK to check whether another carrier has begun showing events. |
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| Import customs | Destination customs reviews documents, value, commodity and import eligibility. |
View all details for import customs| Physical custodian/responsible entity | Customs authority, Aramex brokerage team and importer or recipient. |
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| Typical tracking event | Clearance in progress, held by customs, released from customs or duty/tax request. |
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| Can the tracking number change? | Usually no, but local delivery systems may add a destination reference. |
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| Normal visibility gap | Customs processing time is not guaranteed and varies by country and commodity. |
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| What the customer should do | Pay duties or provide requested import documents promptly. |
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| Destination delivery | Aramex or a destination partner attempts final delivery, pickup-point delivery or return. |
View all details for destination delivery| Physical custodian/responsible entity | Aramex destination depot, delivery courier or local last-mile partner. |
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| Typical tracking event | Arrived destination facility, out for delivery, delivery attempted, delivered or returned. |
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| Can the tracking number change? | A local last-mile number may be shown by the partner or merchant. |
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| Normal visibility gap | Between customs release and local depot induction, or after failed delivery while instructions are updated. |
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| What the customer should do | Check phone messages, provide access details and use official Aramex contact options for delivery instructions. |
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Delivery Management and Post-shipment Options
Aramex post-shipment options are country-specific. Recipient actions usually cover delivery contact, rescheduling, pickup or address clarification; formal rerouting or major address change may require sender approval.
Delivery Management
| Option | Who can request |
| Redelivery or delivery appointment | Recipient, where local Aramex delivery tools or customer service support it. |
View all details for redelivery| Eligibility | Shipment must be in the destination delivery stage and not already returned or restricted. |
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| Deadline/available stage | After a delivery notice, failed attempt or destination depot arrival. |
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| Fee | Country and service dependent; verify locally. |
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| Guaranteed? | No; subject to route, courier capacity and shipment restrictions. |
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| Official action link | Aramex Contact Us |
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| Address clarification | Recipient can provide missing details; sender may be required for material address changes. |
View all details for address clarification| Eligibility | Useful when tracking shows address issue, consignee unreachable or delivery exception. |
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| Deadline/available stage | Before return-to-shipper processing. |
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| Fee | Depends on country and service. |
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| Guaranteed? | No; some changes require shipper authorization or may be blocked by customs rules. |
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| Official action link | Aramex Contact Us |
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| Pickup from Aramex location | Recipient, if the shipment is held at a local office or eligible pickup point. |
View all details for pickup from Aramex location| Eligibility | Depends on local hold policy, ID requirement and shipment restrictions. |
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| Deadline/available stage | After local office hold or failed delivery notice. |
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| Fee | Usually local policy dependent. |
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| Guaranteed? | No; confirm the parcel is available before visiting. |
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| Official action link | Aramex Office Locator |
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Lost, Damaged, Claims, Insurance and Refunds
A tracking inquiry, missing-shipment investigation, damage claim, insurance claim and ecommerce refund are separate processes. The sender or account holder normally controls the carrier claim; the buyer normally contacts the seller for refund or replacement.
Claims and Refunds
| Process | Use when |
| Tracking inquiry | Use when the latest scan is unclear, delayed or inconsistent with delivery reality. |
View all details for tracking inquiry| Who files | Recipient, sender or merchant depending on issue. |
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| Earliest/latest filing time | After the shipment has an Aramex number and a trackable issue; deadlines vary by country and service. |
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| Required evidence | Tracking number, shipment date, recipient address, phone number and last scan. |
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| Possible outcome | Scan explanation, delivery instruction, local depot check or escalation to sender. |
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| Official link | Aramex Contact Us |
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| Loss or damage claim | Use when a shipment is confirmed lost, damaged or missing contents. |
View all details for loss or damage claim| Who files | Usually the shipper, account holder or party with the transport contract. |
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| Earliest/latest filing time | Service, origin, destination and contract dependent; use current local Aramex terms. |
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| Required evidence | Tracking number, invoice, value proof, photos, packaging, contents and damage description. |
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| Possible outcome | Investigation, compensation under applicable terms, denial or request for more documents. |
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| Official link | Aramex Contact Us |
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| Ecommerce refund or replacement | Use when you bought from an online store and need a commercial remedy. |
View all details for ecommerce refund or replacement| Who files | Buyer files with the seller or marketplace; seller may file with Aramex. |
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| Earliest/latest filing time | According to marketplace or store policy. |
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| Required evidence | Order number, tracking number, delivery dispute evidence, photos and communication history. |
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| Possible outcome | Refund, replacement, reshipment, store credit or denial under seller policy. |
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| Official link | Use the seller or marketplace order-resolution page. |
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17TRACK cannot approve Aramex claims, insurance payments, postage refunds or ecommerce refunds.
Shipping Restrictions and Special Handling
Aramex acceptance depends on carrier rules, origin and destination law, airline restrictions, customs requirements and dangerous-goods classification. The summary below is not a complete legal or transport guide.
Shipping Restrictions
| Category | Prohibited or restricted |
| Dangerous goods | Restricted or prohibited unless accepted under approved procedures. |
View all details for dangerous goods| Typical examples | Flammable liquids, aerosols, chemicals, compressed gases and some batteries. |
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| Key condition/packaging | Requires classification, documentation, packaging and service eligibility. |
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| Transport limitation | Air transport may be restricted or unavailable. |
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| Possible tracking/delivery impact | Inspection, refusal, return, disposal or delay. |
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| Official rules | Aramex Shipping Guidelines |
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| Batteries, liquids and electronics | Often restricted by mode, packaging, watt-hour rating, leakage risk and destination rule. |
View all details for batteries, liquids and electronics| Typical examples | Power banks, lithium batteries, phones, cosmetics, perfumes and liquid products. |
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| Key condition/packaging | Must meet product-specific packaging, labeling and documentation requirements. |
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| Transport limitation | May be barred from some air routes or accepted only under special handling. |
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| Possible tracking/delivery impact | Security hold, re-routing or return if undeclared. |
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| Official rules | Aramex Shipping Guidelines |
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| Prohibited commodities | Items banned by Aramex, airline rules or import/export laws cannot be shipped. |
View all details for prohibited commodities| Typical examples | Illegal goods, certain weapons, counterfeit goods, some perishables, cash-like items and country-restricted products. |
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| Key condition/packaging | Do not ship unless current rules clearly allow acceptance. |
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| Transport limitation | Rejected at pickup, hub, export or import stage. |
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| Possible tracking/delivery impact | Held, returned, confiscated or abandoned under legal process. |
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| Official rules | Aramex Shipping Guidelines |
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Customer Service
Use the official Aramex support page, office locator and tracking page because phone numbers, languages and opening hours vary by country. Prepare shipment evidence before contacting support.
Customer Service
| Channel | Verified contact/link |
| Shipment tracking | Aramex Track Shipments |
View all details for Aramex tracking support| Best for | Latest shipment events, delivery status and proof-of-delivery clues. |
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| Region/language | Global website; local language availability varies. |
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| Hours and time zone | Online access; operational response depends on local office hours. |
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| Information to prepare | Tracking number and recipient country. |
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| Important limitation | Tracking page cannot approve address changes, refunds or claims by itself. |
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| Contact form and local support | Aramex Contact Us |
View all details for Aramex contact form| Best for | Delivery problems, customs document requests, complaints, local support and account questions. |
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| Region/language | Country-specific options may be shown by location. |
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| Hours and time zone | Varies by country and channel; verify on the local contact page. |
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| Information to prepare | Tracking number, shipment date, sender and recipient details, last scan, item description and photos if damaged. |
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| Important limitation | Some changes require the sender or account holder. |
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| Office locator | Aramex Office Locator |
View all details for Aramex office locator| Best for | Finding local branches, pickup points or service offices. |
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| Region/language | Location-specific. |
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| Hours and time zone | Office hours vary and should be checked before visiting. |
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| Information to prepare | Tracking number, government ID if collecting, recipient name and notification message. |
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| Important limitation | Do not visit until tracking or local support confirms the shipment is available for pickup. |
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Ecommerce and Business Tracking
Businesses should separate consumer tracking, carrier account tools and multi-carrier API tracking. Aramex systems are suitable for Aramex shipments and account operations; 17TRACK is useful when merchants ship through many carriers and need standardized visibility.
Developer/API Comparison
| Option | Provider |
| Official Aramex developer tools | Aramex |
View all details for official Aramex developer tools| Carrier coverage | Aramex services and account-enabled shipment operations. |
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| Primary use | Shipping, rating, pickup, label and tracking integration for Aramex account customers where enabled. |
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| Authentication | Account credentials or developer access subject to Aramex onboarding. |
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| Tracking/batch/webhook capability | Capabilities depend on current Aramex developer documentation and account permissions. |
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| Current developer documentation | Aramex Developers |
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| Migration/deprecation note | Use current Aramex documentation rather than copied legacy endpoints; public endpoint details should be verified during onboarding. |
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| 17TRACK Tracking API | 17TRACK |
View all details for 17TRACK Tracking API| Carrier coverage | Multi-carrier tracking, including Aramex when a supported carrier code is configured. |
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| Primary use | Register tracking numbers, normalize carrier events and support batch tracking workflows. |
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| Authentication | 17TRACK API token in the 17token header. |
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| Tracking/batch/webhook capability | Tracking registration and related API capabilities described in 17TRACK documentation. |
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| Current developer documentation | 17TRACK API Documentation |
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| Migration/deprecation note | Use the current v2.4 endpoint shown in 17TRACK documentation; confirm the Aramex carrier code in the current carrier list. |
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FAQ
1. How do I track my Aramex package?Enter the Aramex shipment number on the official Aramex tracking page or use 17TRACK to view available Aramex and partner-carrier events.
2. Where can I find my Aramex tracking number?You can usually find the Aramex shipment number on the sender’s label, shipping receipt, merchant dispatch email, SMS notification or order tracking page.
3. What does an Aramex tracking number look like?Aramex shipment numbers are commonly numeric, but Aramex does not publish one universal global format for every product, so validate the number with official tracking or 17TRACK.
4. Why is my Aramex tracking number not working?The number may be an order number, typed incorrectly, not yet uploaded, assigned to another carrier or created before Aramex physically received the parcel.
5. When will the first Aramex tracking update appear?The first meaningful Aramex update usually appears after pickup, drop-off or facility acceptance, not necessarily when the seller creates the label.
6. Why has my Aramex package stopped updating?Tracking may pause during line-haul transport, customs processing, partner handoff, weekends, holidays or when an intermediate scan is missed.
7. How long does Aramex delivery take?Aramex delivery time varies by service, origin, destination, cutoff time, customs, commodity and local delivery conditions; confirm the current estimate when booking or with the seller.
8. What should I do if Aramex says delivery failed?Contact Aramex through the official local support channel, provide a complete address and phone number, and request redelivery or pickup if the shipment is eligible.
9. What should I do if Aramex shows delivered but I did not receive the package?Check reception, household members, neighbors, lockers and proof of delivery first, then contact Aramex for delivery evidence and the seller for refund or replacement options.
10. How do I contact Aramex about a lost or damaged package?Use the official Aramex Contact Us page and prepare the tracking number, shipment date, photos, packaging, invoice and value proof; the sender or account holder may need to file the carrier claim.
11. Does Aramex handle customs clearance?Aramex may provide customs-related services for eligible international shipments, but customs authorities decide inspection, release, duty, tax and import-document requirements.
12. Can an Aramex tracking number change after international handoff?The Aramex shipment number often remains visible, but a partner or destination last-mile number may also be attached when another carrier handles part of the route.
13. Who is responsible when tracking shows a partner handoff?Responsibility depends on physical custody: electronic data or partner pre-advice is not the same as Aramex acceptance, and the accountable party changes after actual handover scans.
14. Can I change the delivery address for an Aramex shipment?Address clarification may be possible through local Aramex support, but major rerouting can require sender authorization and may be restricted by customs or service rules.
15. Can businesses track Aramex shipments through an API?Businesses can review Aramex developer tools for account-enabled Aramex integrations or use the 17TRACK API for multi-carrier tracking; current endpoint and credential rules must be verified in official documentation.
Tracking API
# 1. Official Aramex tracking API
# Current public official tracking API endpoint, HTTP method, authentication headers and body are not confirmed here.
# Use current Aramex developer documentation and account onboarding before implementing any Aramex official API:
# https://www.aramex.com/developers
# 2. 17TRACK API: register an Aramex tracking number
# Confirm the current Aramex CARRIER_CODE in the 17TRACK carrier list before production use.
curl -X POST "https://api.17track.net/track/v2.4/register" \
-H "17token: YourKey" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '[
{
"number": "TRACKING_NUMBER",
"carrier": "CARRIER_CODE"
}
]'
Sources & References
17TRACK is an independent tracking platform and is not affiliated with Aramex.