Display DHL Express Shipping Rates on Shopify Checkout

For Shopify store owners, integrating DHL Express shipping services into your Shopify checkout process can significantly enhance the customer experience. DHL Express offers a variety of shipping options, both for domestic and international deliveries, allowing businesses to provide fast, reliable, and cost-effective services.

In this guide, we will explore how to display DHL Express shipping rates on the Shopify checkout page and the benefits of this integration for your business.

Understanding DHL Express Shipping Rates

DHL Express shipping rates are carrier-calculated, meaning they are based on real-time data provided directly by DHL. This method ensures that customers receive accurate shipping costs at checkout based on factors like:

• Shipping destination: Whether the shipment is domestic or international.
• Package weight and dimensions: Larger or heavier parcels will have higher shipping costs.
• Service level: Options range from next-day delivery to economy shipping, with varying rates depending on the speed of service.

Key benefits include:

• Transparency: Customers are charged exactly what DHL charges the business, enhancing trust and improving customer satisfaction.
• Accurate Pricing: Real-time rates ensure there are no discrepancies, preventing overcharging or undercharging, which directly impacts profitability.
• Customer Flexibility: Customers can choose from various delivery options, selecting services based on speed and budget.
• Global Reach: DHL’s international expertise simplifies cross-border shipments, providing a seamless experience for global customers.

DHL Shipping Services

Here are some of the popular DHL shipping options that you can display on your Shopify checkout page:

Domestic Shipping Services:

• DHL Domestic Express 12:00: Guaranteed next-business-day delivery by 12:00 p.m.
• DHL Domestic Express 9:00: Designed for urgent shipments, this service ensures delivery by 9:00 a.m. the following business day.

International Shipping Services:

• DHL Express Worldwide: A fast, reliable global shipping option that includes full tracking for international deliveries.
• DHL Europack: An economical solution for businesses shipping across Europe, offering dependable service at a lower cost.

For more comprehensive details on DHL’s full range of services, please refer to DHL-supported shipping services and packages.

Things to Keep in Mind Before Displaying DHL Express Shipping Rates on Shopify

Carrier Calculated Shipping Rates(CCS)

• Ensure your Shopify store is on the Shopify plan or higher, as these plans include the carrier-calculated shipping rates feature(CCS) required to display real-time shipping rates; to upgrade, go to Shopify settings → plan → change plan.
• Follow the given guide for Setting Up Shopify Carrier Calculated Shipping Rates

Shopify Shipping Application

• To display the carrier-calculated shipping rates on Shopify checkout, you would require PluginHive’s Multi-Carrier Shipping Label app. To install the app, follow the Setting up Shopify Multi-Carrier Shipping Label App article.

DHL Account

• To access a range of DHL services and features that help manage your shipments efficiently it is crucial to have a DHL Business account. This account also offers discounted DHL rates which gives access to lower rates, priority services, and various tools for shipping management.
• If you don’t already have a DHL account, refer to the How to Create a DHL Account article for step-by-step instructions.

How to Display DHL Express Shipping Rates on Shopify Checkout

Shipping and Delivery:

Create Shipping zones by navigating to Shopify Settings > Shipping and delivery > General > Create Zone(s). Enable the app for your Shopify Shipping Profile by selecting Add rate > Use carrier or app calculated rates > MultiCarrier Shipping Label from the Rate type, as shown below.

Navigate to the PH Multi-Carrier Shipping Label app Settings > click on the ‘+’ icon next to the Carrier option and select and add the respective carrier that you want to integrate, as shown below.

Enter your account number, site ID, and site password. Refer to How to get your account number to get instructions on where to find these details.

In order to select your preferred DHL Express shipping services that you want to display on the checkout page, navigate to the app Settings > Shipping Rates > Rate Automation. Click on the Edit button for the automation rule created and select your preferred services, as shown below.

After this, when the customer visits your store, adds a product to the cart, and enters an international shipping address, the app will automatically calculate & display DHL Express Shipping rates at Shopify checkout, as shown below.

Conclusion

Displaying DHL shipping rates on Shopify checkout provides a transparent, efficient, and customer-friendly experience. By leveraging DHL’s global network and accurate live rates, businesses can enhance operational efficiency, reduce cart abandonment, and build stronger customer trust.

For e-commerce businesses aiming for growth, integrating DHL’s services into your Shopify store is a strategic move that benefits both you and your customers.