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QIFLY freight FAQ

Shipment Tracking and Claims FAQ

Understand shipment milestones, delay variables, damage reporting and the difference between carrier liability and cargo insurance.

6 authoritative answersGeneral guidanceReviewed August 2026

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What customers need to know

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01How will I receive shipment updates?

Update frequency and milestones depend on the service. Typical checkpoints may include pickup, warehouse receiving, booking, departure, arrival, customs status and delivery within the agreed scope.

02Why has the estimated arrival date changed?

Carrier schedules, missed connections, weather, congestion, customs, inspections, port operations and delivery appointments can change timing. Estimated dates are not guarantees unless contractually stated.

03What should I do if cargo arrives damaged?

Record the condition immediately, preserve packaging, take clear photos, note exceptions on the delivery receipt where permitted and notify the responsible parties without delay. Do not dispose of evidence before instructions.

04Is cargo insurance automatically included?

No. Cargo insurance is optional unless an approved policy is expressly included. Carrier liability is limited and is not the same as insurance coverage.

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05What documents may be needed for a claim?

Requirements vary, but commercial invoices, packing lists, transport records, delivery exceptions, photos, survey evidence and timely written notice are commonly important.

06Can a previous case predict my shipment timing?

No. A case can demonstrate real route, cargo and operating facts, but cannot guarantee future carrier space, customs treatment, price or transit performance.

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Important scope

These answers are general information, not a live quotation or legal, customs, tax, insurance or dangerous-goods advice. Current carrier and destination requirements must be confirmed for the actual shipment.

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