How to become FedEx Certified to ship reptiles....

[West Coast Jungle]

Becoming FedEx Certified

The process of becoming a qualified reptile shipper with FedEx is very simple. I have compiled a list to take people through the process.

1. Set up a FedEx account. Setting up an account is very simple. Go to http://www.fedex.com/us/ and click the ‘Open an account’ link. Follow the directions provided. Make sure you write down you account number because you will need it in the following steps.

2. Find your FedEx account representative. I did this by calling 1-800-GO-FEDEX. You will need to say. …TECHNICAL SUPPORT…REP. You will understand that when you make the call. Ask the representative to have your FedEx account representative call you. Then wait for the call. You will not be able to really do anything at this point, but make sure you get the contact info and fax number of your representative. You will need this information later after you get your test package results back.

3. Prepare your shipping box for inspection and testing. You will need to set up a box identical to the way you would set it up for shipping a reptile (but without the reptile). An over box can be used to protect you box, just be sure to write OVER BOX on the outer box.

4. Download this application and fill it out appropriately. http://www.fedex.com/us/services/pdf...pplication.pdf

5. Contact FedEx Packaging Design and Development Services at 1-800-633-7019 and get the account number that will pay for the test package shipping. You do not have to pay to have the test package shipped, so this call can save you some money.

6. Now you just have to wait to receive your test results. If you pass, call your FedEx account representative. The rep will ask you to fax them a copy of the paper saying that you have passed(or in most cases they will already have it). From this point, the rep will take care of getting the appropriate legal paperwork together. You will not be 'verified' to ship the reptiles until you sign these legal documents.

7. Once you receive the paperwork, you will have to sign your name a few places then send it back to your rep. Your rep should then notify you when everything has went through and you are approved.

[West Coast Jungle]

I'm new to the site and one of the first things I read was your Fed Ex info and found it extremely helpful. I wanted to thank you and look foward to all the great info to share with other snake and reptile people.

[daniel1983]

I'm new to the site and one of the first things I read was your Fed Ex info and found it extremely helpful. I wanted to thank you and look foward to all the great info to share with other snake and reptile people.

Thanks for the appreciation and welcome to the forum!

[Regal Boids]

I just sent off my test package! I hope it gets approved.


-Andre

[BaLLPAddICT]

ok thanks daniel.. i have created an account and you said write down the account #.. is that the name i signed up with? because i couldnt find any number..

[lillyorchid]

A few questions. I'm waiting for my rep to call me back.

Where can I get the styrofoam inserts and heating packs? Also can anyone tell me which ones fedex would like us to use?

[daniel1983]

Where can I get the styrofoam inserts and heating packs? Also can anyone tell me which ones fedex would like us to use?

Here you go This is who the majority of people use:

http://www.superiorenterprise.com/

Fedex does not care which one you use.......as long as it passes the testing process you are good. Use the box that best suits what you are shipping

[BaLLPAddICT]

Becoming FedEx Certified

The process of becoming a qualified reptile shipper with FedEx is very simple. I have compiled a list to take people through the process.

1. Set up a FedEx account. Setting up an account is very simple. Go to http://www.fedex.com/us/ and click the ‘Open an account’ link. Follow the directions provided. Make sure you write down you account number because you will need it in the following steps.

2. Find your FedEx account representative. I did this by calling 1-800-GO-FEDEX. You will need to say. …TECHNICAL SUPPORT…REP. You will understand that when you make the call. Ask the representative to have your FedEx account representative call you. Then wait for the call. You will not be able to really do anything at this point, but make sure you get the contact info and fax number of your representative. You will need this information later after you get your test package results back.

3. Prepare your shipping box for inspection and testing. You will need to set up a box identical to the way you would set it up for shipping a reptile (but without the reptile). An over box can be used to protect you box, just be sure to write OVER BOX on the outer box.

4. Download this application and fill it out appropriately. http://www.fedex.com/us/services/pdf...pplication.pdf

5. Contact FedEx Packaging Design and Development Services at 1-800-633-7019 and get the account number that will pay for the test package shipping. You do not have to pay to have the test package shipped, so this call can save you some money.

6. Now you just have to wait to receive your test results. If you pass, call your FedEx account representative. The rep will ask you to fax them a copy of the paper saying that you have passed(or in most cases they will already have it). From this point, the rep will take care of getting the appropriate legal paperwork together. You will not be 'verified' to ship the reptiles until you sign these legal documents.

7. Once you receive the paperwork, you will have to sign your name a few places then send it back to your rep. Your rep should then notify you when everything has went through and you are approved.

I had a couple more questions, just so I can get eveything right once i fill out the application and contact packing design to get the account number thats paying for it... where do i ship the box to? also if i put a overbox do i put the application on the inner box or the outter.. also on the application do you fill it out pretending there is a reptile in it (value, product, weight) or do you do the box itself's value and packaging contents? thanks

[Lobo_Reptiles]

I actually didn't call to get the account number...I got instructions from Fauna and it neglected this fact. My account rep. told me it was to no charge on me. I just checked the Bill Recipient box on the form. According to tracking they have the package and my account hasn't been billed yet! Let's hope it stays that way ^_^

[Pythons Rock]

Becoming FedEx Certified

The process of becoming a qualified reptile shipper with FedEx is very simple. I have compiled a list to take people through the process.

Great job on this thread! I just went through all the steps and am now certified to ship. You do have to jump through a lot of hoops. I happened to get an account rep with a super sense of humor and she worked really hard for me. The only money out of my pocket was the price I paid to buy my test shipping box, other than that it was free, just make sure when you ship your test package you use there account number, they will give it to you if you ask.