Shockingly bad service; driver didn't show up for a time-sensitive pickup and couldn't be contacted by helpline staff who appeared sorry but told me different things which were all untrue. Kept me w... See more
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DHL Express is the global market leader in the international express courier business, specialising in time and day critical shipments to all corners of the world. With the global marketplace growing ever more connected, you can rely on the expertise of our local people in more than 220 countries and territories to ensure your shipment is delivered securely and on time. Whether you are a small or large business or a simply want to send a parcel to friends or family overseas, we have plenty of options for you.
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boccia ball
dhl drlievered my boccia ball which was missing from theset i ordered
Excellent Customer Service
Geraldine went over and above to help deal with my query. She was so mannerly and a pleasure to deal with. She is a very valuable asset to DHL.
Shouldn't be allowed advertise under the banner "Express"
In agreement with most comments here, DHL are a joke. Their lackluster, lazy and semi-lucrative European Express option is a farce. It cost me close to 75 euro for a small sized delivery from Austria to here. Originally the tracking stated delivery by end of next day, however when that deadline was missed, the tracking was literally changed by exactly 24hrs. A total joke. Took screenshots to complain and it wasn't taken seriously at all. Even when the package arrived in Ireland, the driver said he couldn't find the address (was clearly labelled, eircode and all) and had to collect at post office. As it was the Friday of a Bank Holiday weekend, the tracking changed to the Tuesday. I had to ring DHL Express to essentially plead with them to make the delivery available for collection that day or Saturday. Customer service deemed it acceptable for a 5 day turnaround on a premium courier service, and after much near begging, eventually was able to collect at post office. Their lack of accountability and sheer flippant attitude was aggravating. Business owners should really consider reevaluating the BS this company sells. Less time creating pretty websites and maybe more investment in customer satisfaction and actionable delivery times as advertised.
Absolutely the worst Delivery service…
Absolutely the worst Delivery service Ever!! Sat in all day and they Never Rang my phone or buzzer for delivery but said delivery was attempted.
Shocking Service
The worst postal experience ever
The worst postal experience ever, from start until (still not) finish, the service has been terrible.
To start I dropped a high value package in to my local collection point to send for repairs. Label was scanned and I recieved the email stating DHL were on the case. 2 days later I was on the same post office and was told my package was still there. Rang customer service gave my way number but was told it was never scanned. After talking to a manager they found my case and took another day to collect the package. On the return leg to me I have now had 4 missed deliveries. After raising a formal complaint I have been told it is getting scanned but driver has been taking it back off the van. Saturday delivery was kindly arranged with the manager saying it will be with me.....nope. pulling my hair out with this!!!
I was dealing with Robert Mckenna but…
I was dealing with Robert Mckenna but after two emails, he refuses to respond to me.
Very unhappy with the delivery and feedback to my concerns after
I wonder why I use DHL for my business in New York
Great service
I have never had a problem with this company and in my house we are on first name terms with our delivery giy
★☆☆☆☆
★☆☆☆☆
I was at home waiting for my parcel all day. DHL marked the shipment as "Delivery attempted but no response at Consignee address", but nobody called my phone and nobody rang my doorbell/intercom.
The delivery attempt recorded in the tracking information does not reflect what actually happened. I stayed at home specifically to receive this parcel and was extremely disappointed to see a failed delivery status without any contact from the driver.
Poor communication and poor customer service. I expect DHL to investigate this matter and ensure that deliveries are actually attempted before updating the tracking status.
Ordered a phone got it days late dumped…
Ordered a phone got it days late dumped on the door step it was not opened it was sent back could not put work or personal items on it after it being Mia now seller is refusing to refund as they claim it’s broken and there delaying another package I had on the way in German with no explanation for days police have been contacted …just got told by an extremely rude man it would be here next week which by that time I’ll be out of the return period costing me over €1000
Terrible customer service
Their customer service is not there for the customers.
Ordered a phone online for 170 quid…
Ordered a phone online for 170 quid they delivered to wrong address and who ever they handed it to signed for it now i cant get hold of anyone to sort this out 170quid gone and cant get any help from them pure useless
Fantastic service from DHL AS USUAL
Fantastic service from DHL AS USUAL. A lovely woman delivers to us and she’s always really nice . great to have a company you can rely and trust and a great delivery driver aswell. 5*****
Excellent Pleasant Service.
The courier was very polite and gave eye contact and addressed me by my christian name.
I ordered my product from Italy, in just 2 days it arrived promptly at 10.32 this morning, all present and correct.
Thank you DHL for your excellent pleasant service.
With kind regards,
Mary Sheehan.
I have to say DHL
I have to say DHL
customer service is absolutely great to deal with. Agents always so helpful and polite. Considering so many other delivery companies don’t have a contact phone number it’s great to deal with an Irish Human agent.
Can’t stand such blatant lies
Can’t stand such blatant lies. Was in the house all day, by the window in the living room overlooking the cul de sac we live in. Called customer service after online status claimed driver wasn’t able to access premises makes absolutely zero sense (undated cul de sac made up of semi-detached houses). They claimed that driver isn’t responding and that I’ll have to wait till Monday for delivery.
I will never advise anyone to use DHL
I will never advise anyone to use DHL , they will collect parcel and charge posting ,customs and charge extra custom to the receiver , and the customs they will charge will be more that the price of the goods
Horrible customer service
Horrible customer service. Feels like I was speaking with machine. Guy kept on saying ANYTHING ELSE CAN I HELP WITH quickly answered my question and during our 3 minute conversation he asked me about 5 times ANYTHING ELSE CAN I HELP WITH. Yees! Listen to the questions first and stop asking like machine.
Poor service and insecure
I have paid £48 for a secure delivery of my passport from the UK. To day I have found the passport left on the door step unprotected, for any passers-by to take it. I can only give u 1 out of 10 for a very poor service.
Terrible and deeply frustrating…
Terrible and deeply frustrating experience. My fertility blood test was meant to be collected on the same day, yet it simply wasn’t. I called multiple times and was repeatedly assured that it would be picked up that day, but no collection ever took place. In the end, I had no choice but to travel to Dublin Airport and deliver the sample in person myself. This caused unnecessary stress and inconvenience during what is already a sensitive process.
Slowest courier of them all
Slowest courier of them all! If i'm buying something and DHL is the courier I will avoid buying, thats how bad they are.
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