Monthly fuel surcharge

A fuel surcharge is an adjustment that carriers add to shipping costs to reflect the changing price of fuel. Because fuel prices move constantly, these surcharges fluctuate, which in turn affects costs across the transport industry. Impact Express monitors its suppliers’ costs and publishes the latest DHL and UPS surcharge tables on this page so you can always see the figures that apply.

What is a fuel surcharge?

A fuel surcharge is a percentage that carriers apply on top of the base shipping cost to account for the price of fuel. When fuel prices rise, the surcharge rises; when they fall, it eases. It allows carriers to keep base rates stable while passing on the genuine cost of fuel as it changes.

Why does the fuel surcharge change?

Fuel prices change with global markets, and the cost of fuel is one of the largest variable costs for any courier or freight operator. As those costs move, the surcharge is adjusted to match. Impact Express monitors its suppliers’ costs and updates the published tables weekly, so the figures shown here always reflect the current position.

Which fuel surcharge tables apply?

The live tables on this page cover both DHL and UPS services. They are the source of truth for the current rates, so always refer to the table for the service you are using rather than a fixed figure.

UPS Services only –

Effective June 30, 2025, a Surge Fee of GBP 0.50 per kg (or local currency equivalent) will be applied to all air shipments to and from Israel, reflecting the current market conditions.

UPS – a Surge fee of £1.20 per kg will be applied to all air shipments to the following destinations from March 8th until further notice. This fee is subject to fuel surcharge and will be calculated based on the billable weight of each shipment.

This surcharge will apply to air shipments to and from select destinations across the Middle East and Asia, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Pakistan, Lebanon, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Jordan, Iraq, Nepal, Afghanistan, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman and Israel.

This fee is subject to Fuel Surcharge and will apply based on the billable weight of the shipment.

*All Prices and quotes provided by email and online will be subject to the fuel as stated above, the quote may change after shipping inline with these fuel amendments weekly.

How does the fuel surcharge affect my quote?

All quotes are subject to the fuel surcharge in force at the time of shipping. Because the surcharge can change weekly, the rate applied is the one current when your shipment is processed rather than the rate at the time of an earlier estimate. For a price that already reflects the current surcharge, request an instant quote.

Related services

The surcharge applies across our service range, including express parcel delivery and economy delivery. If you are unsure which surcharge table relates to your shipment, our team can confirm it when you book.

Frequently asked questions

What is a courier fuel surcharge?

A fuel surcharge is a percentage that carriers add on top of the base shipping cost to reflect the current price of fuel. It rises when fuel prices rise and eases when they fall, allowing carriers to keep base rates stable while passing on the real cost of fuel.

How often does the fuel surcharge change?

The fuel surcharge is updated weekly. Impact Express monitors its suppliers’ costs and publishes the latest DHL and UPS tables, so the figures shown on this page always reflect the current rates.

Where can I find the current DHL and UPS fuel surcharge rates?

The current rates are shown in the live DHL and UPS tables on this page. These tables are the source of truth, so always check the table for the specific service you are using rather than relying on a fixed figure.

Is the fuel surcharge included in my quote?

All quotes are subject to the fuel surcharge in force at the time of shipping. The rate applied is the one current when your shipment is processed, so request an instant quote to see a price that reflects the current surcharge.

Why do fuel surcharges fluctuate?

Fuel is one of the largest variable costs in transport, and its price changes with global markets. As fuel costs move, carriers adjust the surcharge to match, which is why the published figures can change from week to week.

What is a UPS surge fee?

On certain Middle East and Asia air lanes, UPS may apply an occasional surge fee in addition to the standard fuel surcharge. Where it applies, it is shown alongside the relevant table.

For a price inclusive of the current fuel surcharge, get an instant quote or call our team on 01753 683700.