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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book a collection with First Luggage ?
Simply go to the Booking page and fill out the required details. You will receive an e-mail confirming that we have received and are processing your order. When the details are finalised we will send a 'Confirmation of Booking' email. You will then be sent by post or email your outbound and inbound luggage travel documents (airwaybills). Please affix an Air Waybill to each piece of luggage ready for collection by a FedEx representative.

What is an Air Waybill?
An Air Waybill is a paper ticket containing your collection and delivery details as well as a unique tracking number. Should you wish to make a note of the tracking number you can access an update of your shipment by visiting the First Luggage on-line tracking system.

Do I need to tell you the weight of my shipment?
No, just tell us what type and how many items you want to send, our system has been designed to calculate the charge for you

What do I have to do to prepare my items for European collection?
Nothing. Simply have your items ready to go. Golf Bags, Skis, Snowboards and
Ski Boots must be packed in an airline compatible case or cover, and ensure
that the Air Waybill is attached to your luggage.

What do I have to do to prepare my items for Non-European collection?
Nothing. Simply have your items ready to go. Golf Bags, Skis, Snowboards and
Ski Boots must be packed in an airline compatible case or cover, and ensure
that the Air Waybill is attached to your luggage. First Luggage will
e-mail/fax/send you a personal effects form, once you have completed the
form please insert it in your luggage pouch with the Air Waybill.For certain countries a copy of your passport may be required for customs purposes.

How do I pay First Luggage ?
You may complete your booking online, via our secure payment facility. On the telephone: Simply call 0800 083 5503 / 1800 224 5781 free-phone from the United States and a Service Operator will take your details as well as guiding you through.

We accept the following debit/credit cards: Amex, MasterCard, Visa, Visa Delta, Solo, Electron and Maestro.

What is your service area?
All EU Countries, United States of America, The Caribbean Islands, Far East, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.

Do you collect or deliver on Saturday or Sunday?
Unfortunately, we are currently unable to offer weekend collection or delivery.

Do you collect or deliver to or from cruise ships?
We offer this service (subject to suitable port facilities which we confirm with the individual cruise company) and an administration fee of GBP 45.00 ( plus Tax if applicable) is added to our usual cost We require the following additional information :- cruise line, vessel name, date and port of departure and port of arrival.

Are there items that I cannot send with First Luggage ?

Can I send my laptop?
Yes – Call First Luggage Customer Support 0800 083 5503 / 1800 224 5781 free-phone from the United States for price and service details

Can I send extra large items such as sports equipment?
Yes you can ship items such as kayaks, canoes, surfboards, windsurf and sails, hang gliders,
pole vaults, javelins etc

For prices and further details please call 0800 083 5503 / 1800 224 5781 free-phone from the United States or contact us by email at helpdesk@firstluggage.com

Extra large items must be packed in a travel case specifically designed for that piece of equipment

When contacting us please have details of weight and size of item(s) to be shipped
(Size and weight details required are length, width and height – including packaging)

Is there a cancellation fee?
First Luggage will charge £25.00 cancellation fee to cover administrative charges.

This all sounds great, but can't I ship my luggage myself?
Yes, there are many freight companies that will arrange transportation of your luggage. However unlike First Luggage , this is not their primary source of business and as such you may have to follow lengthy procedures in order to ship your items. This may involve having to box and weigh your goods, and having to complete complex Air Waybills and invoices where requested by customs as well as possibly having to drop your luggage at the freight company's location.

How many days in advance do I need to book?
A minimum of 2 working days prior to the date of collection if you have access to email and a printer to print off the Air Waybills. However wherever possible, 5 working days or more to allow preparation and postage of travel documents to you. If you have a last-minute order, please call First Luggage by telephone 0800 083 5503 / 1800 224 5781 free-phone from the United States  and speak with one of our Customer Service Team.

When is my shipment overweight?
First Luggage will allow a maximum weight limit of 30kg per suitcase, 15kg per Golf Bag, 10kg per pram/stroller or Snowboard, 5kg per skis and 4kg per pair of ski boots. If your item is not in our list please email us at helpdesk@firstluggage.com

First Luggage reserves the right to charge an additional GBP£7.50 per kg for overweight consignments.



Does my luggage get xrayed?
Luggage may be xrayed for security purposes and any camera film or other items may be harmed by the radiation from the xrays.

If I send more than 1 item, would it be cheaper?
Yes, if you ship 4 or more items you receive a multiple piece discount as follows:
4 Items = 5% discount
5+ Items = 10% discount

Your multiple piece discount is calculated when you place your booking and is automatically included in your total price.
Multiple piece discounts are not available for extra large sports equipment

How can I change my collection date?
Simple, just call us on 0800 083 5503 / 1800 224 5781 free-phone from the United States . Please remember though collections are Mon - Fri 09.00 to 17.30


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