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Does Amazon ship on Memorial Day? In most areas, yes. Amazon often keeps delivering through its own delivery network on Memorial Day, which falls on Monday, 31 May 2027. But delivery times can change on federal holidays, especially for packages handed to other carriers. This guide explains what to expect from Amazon delivery over the Memorial Day weekend, how USPS, UPS and FedEx are affected, and how to plan your Amazon orders if you’re shopping from outside the US.
Does Amazon deliver on Memorial Day?
Amazon runs its own delivery network, and many orders shipped by Amazon arrive on holidays just as they would on any other day. Your order page shows the expected delivery date before you check out, and that’s the best guide. If Amazon passes your package to USPS, UPS or FedEx, it follows that carrier’s holiday schedule instead, which can add a day.
Amazon’s own help pages explain how delivery dates work, and you can track each order from Your Orders. For the latest holiday information, check the delivery estimate at checkout.
Is there mail on Memorial Day?
USPS doesn’t deliver regular mail or open post offices on federal holidays, including Memorial Day. UPS and FedEx usually run limited or no regular pickup and delivery on Memorial Day, and normal service resumes on Tuesday. Packages already in transit may arrive a day later than first shown. The US Office of Personnel Management lists all federal holiday dates.
What about Amazon pickup locations and lockers?
Amazon Lockers and Amazon Hub pickup points are often available on holidays, but opening hours depend on the store or building where they’re located. Check the location’s hours in your order details.
Why shop from Amazon, eBay and big US retailers?
The Memorial Day weekend brings deals on mattresses, appliances, outdoor gear, summer fashion and electronics. Amazon US and eBay USA have far more products than most local sites, often at lower prices. Read our guide to Memorial Day sales for the best categories and stores.
The challenge for international shoppers
Many Amazon US items aren’t available to ship to every country, and some third-party sellers only deliver in the US. Other US stores don’t ship abroad at all. That’s where a package forwarding service helps.
How a package forwarding service works
When you sign up with Global Shopaholics, you get a free US address at our warehouse in New Castle, Delaware. You use it as your delivery address on Amazon and other US stores. When your orders arrive, we log them in your account, and you can ask us to consolidate several packages into one box before shipping to you. Read more about package forwarding and how it works.
How Memorial Day affects forwarded orders
If you order over the Memorial Day weekend, your package may reach our warehouse a day later than it would at another time, depending on the carrier. Once it arrives, processing usually takes 4–5 working days, and holidays can add a little time. Plan ahead if you need items by a certain date.
Tips for shopping Amazon and eBay over Memorial Day
- Check the delivery date at checkout before you place the order.
- Choose items “shipped by Amazon” for more reliable delivery dates.
- Order on Thursday or Friday if you want items to arrive at the warehouse before the holiday.
- Check eBay seller handling times, as some sellers don’t ship on holidays.
- Combine orders into one shipment to save on international shipping.
See our Amazon shipping guide and eBay guide for more tips.
How to track your Amazon order over the holiday
Open Your Orders on Amazon and select Track package to see the latest status. If the package has been handed to another carrier, Amazon shows a tracking number you can use on that carrier’s site. Once it reaches our warehouse, you’ll see it in your Global Shopaholics account, where you can choose to ship it on its own or wait and consolidate it with other orders.
Shop US stores beyond Amazon and eBay
Memorial Day deals also run at Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Macy’s, Home Depot and many more. Our Walmart guide and Best Buy guide explain how to order from them.
How to shop Amazon orders from abroad with Global Shopaholics
Step 1: Sign up for your free US address
Sign up for free to get your personal US shipping address in New Castle, Delaware. Your suite number is what tells us the parcel is yours. See how it works.
Step 2: Shop with your US address
Add your picks from Amazon, eBay or any US store to the cart and use your US address at checkout. Put the suite number in address line 2. Card declined because it was issued abroad? Use Assisted Purchase and we buy it for you.
Step 3: We receive and store your parcels
We log every parcel that arrives and you can see it in your account. Parcels get up to 30 days free storage, so there’s time for your other orders to arrive. Our membership plans offer up to 210 days storage.
Step 4: Combine your parcels
Choose package consolidation to combine orders from different stores into a single shipment. It’s often the biggest saving on international shipping.
Step 5: Choose a carrier and ship
Compare carriers in the shipping calculator. DHL, FedEx, UPS and USPS are available depending on where you live. We process shipments in 4–5 working days, and you can add insurance from $10, up to a maximum of 2% of the value.
Timing, customs and costs
Plan around the calendar. A sale order has three legs: the store sends it to Delaware, we process it in 4–5 working days, and the carrier delivers it to you. Leave a buffer if you need it by a particular day.
Import duty and VAT depend on your country and the value of what you send. Our guide to customs and taxes on international shipping explains the basics, and your local customs office has the final rules.
Our Delaware address has no US sales tax, which helps when you’re comparing prices. Want a return? If the parcel is still with us, we can send it back to the US seller for $15.
Import duty and tax: where to check
Duty-free limits and import taxes differ a lot between countries. These official pages are the best place to check before you order.
Australia
Shoppers in Australia should check the Australian Border Force website for the current import thresholds and prohibited items. More on shipping there is on our Australia page.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE
Shoppers in the Gulf can check customs and tax rules with ZATCA in Saudi Arabia and the UAE government portal in the UAE. See our Saudi Arabia and UAE pages for local shipping details.
Canada
Canadian shoppers can check duty and tax on imported goods with the Canada Border Services Agency. Charges depend on the value and type of goods.
How to save on shipping on Amazon orders
A deal is only a deal once shipping is added, so a few simple habits make a real difference.
Ship once, not several times
Sending several small parcels separately usually costs more than one combined shipment. Our consolidation service puts orders from different stores into one box, and our guide on whether consolidation is cheaper shows why.
Lose the empty space
Carriers charge by actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher. Removing oversized retail boxes and repacking can lower the volumetric weight of a shipment.
Check the cost first
Estimate your shipping with the calculator while you shop, so you know whether a heavy item is still good value. Our step-by-step calculator guide helps, and you can read more about our package forwarding service.
Frequently asked questions
Does Amazon ship on Memorial Day 2027?
In most areas, yes. Amazon often delivers through its own network on Memorial Day, 31 May 2027. Check the delivery date at checkout.
Does USPS deliver on Memorial Day?
No. USPS doesn’t deliver regular mail on federal holidays, including Memorial Day.
Do UPS and FedEx deliver on Memorial Day?
They usually run limited or no regular service on Memorial Day, and normal service resumes the next day.
Will Memorial Day delay my forwarded order?
It can add a day to US delivery to our warehouse. After arrival, processing usually takes 4–5 working days.
Do I pay US sales tax on orders sent to Delaware?
Delaware has no sales tax, so orders delivered to our warehouse usually aren’t charged it. Import duty or VAT may still apply when the parcel arrives in your country.
Can I shop Memorial Day deals from outside the US?
Yes. Many US stores only deliver within the US, but you can use your Global Shopaholics US address at checkout. We receive the order at our Delaware warehouse and ship it on to you in almost any country.
How long does shipping from the USA take?
It depends on the store, the carrier and your country. Allow time for the store to deliver to our warehouse, then 4–5 working days for us to process your shipment, then the carrier’s transit time. You see the options before you pay.
How we checked this
Updated 3 November 2026. Holiday delivery rules vary from year to year and store to store. The retailer’s website and the checkout page always have the final say on prices and availability.
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