SF International Tracking

SF International Tracking

SF International offers global shipping services with an end-to-end tracking feature.  Every package registered and shipped via SF International service is assigned a unique combination of waybill numbers. 

Customers can use these waybill numbers, which also serve as tracking numbers, to track their packages from pick up to delivery. The clear shipment visibility provides customers with peace of mind and ensures the transparency and reliability of the service.

About SF

SF is a Chinese logistics company founded in Shunde, Guangdong Province in 1993. It is one of China's largest logistics providers and the world's fourth-largest logistics service provider, meeting both domestic and international delivery demands. 

SF provides logistics services in 7 categories, which are

• Time-definite Express
• Economy Express
• Freight (Air, Ground)
• Intra-city on-demand delivery
• Supply Chain
• Cold chain and pharmaceutical
• International Business (International Express, International Freight, Fright Forwarding, and Supply chain)

SF International Tracking 

SF International, an extension of the esteemed logistics provider SF Express, delivers reliable global shipping solutions. Below is a detailed introduction to SF International's various services and tracking services.

• SF Standard Express tracking

The SF Standard Express, also known as the SF US Standard Express, is a global delivery service that ships goods from the USA to China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Macau, Australia, Mexico, India, Japan, Indonesia, South Korea, and so on. The service includes pickup from 48 continental states as well as delivery to all 50 US states with tracking features.

Delivery time, Weight & Size requirement: The estimated delivery time is 3 to 5 business days. However, it can take longer for some shipping to and from Russia.

Note: The estimated delivery time excludes pickup days, weekends, and public holidays.

• SF Economy Express tracking

The SF Economy Express is a cost-effective shipping solution from the USA to China, Macau, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Brunei, and Brazil. The service includes door-to-door delivery with reliable transit times. However, because it is a less expensive shipping option, the delivery time is longer. Hence, this service is ideal for shipping goods that are less time-sensitive.  

The service is a good savings option for shipping heavy shipments. For packages over 20kg, the freight cost is lowered by kilograms. Moreover, the tracking feature is included in the service to maintain its transparency and reliability. 

Delivery time: The estimated delivery time for shipping from China to Russia is between 12- 14 business days. 

Size and weight requirements: Total length must be 300 cm or less, and unilateral length must be 150 cm or less for a 30 kg shipment.

• SF International Heavy Freight tracking

SF International Heavy Freight is an economical delivery service option for B2B, eCommerce merchants, or retailers with physical stores who have the necessity of shipping heavy goods internationally. To ensure the transparency of the service, it includes tracking features.

The feature of the service includes-

✔End to end tracking

✔Fast customs clearance

✔Door to door pickup service

✔ Ensuring safety by maintaining strict packaging and inspection

✔ Value-added service including the consignee's signature as proof of delivery

Weight limit: ≥ 100kg (Charge below 100kg will be same as 100kg)

Delivery time: The estimated delivery shipping time from South Korea to Mainland China is 5-7 business days

• SF E-Commerce Express tracking

The SF E-Commerce Express is a logistics solution for B2C e-commerce merchants covering the USA. The service allows for the shipping of large and valuable items and includes tracking features to ensure the service's safety and transparency. Customers can start tracking their packages on the same day of pickup.

❌Dimension restriction: Cylindrical or tube shape packages are not allowed.

• SF E-Parcel tracking

The SF E-Parcel is a small parcel delivery service dedicated to B2C e-commerce sellers having cross-border shipping needs under 2 kg. The service includes shipping registered and ordinary parcels to over 200 countries and regions around the world. It is an economical service with a hassle-free customs clearance process and an end-to-end tracking system. 

Size limit: 

Cylinder: one side ≤ 90 cm, Diameter x 2 + Length ≤ 104 CM

Non-Cylinder: one side ≤ 60 cm, L+H+W ≤ 90 cm (For the UK, the maximum allowed size is 61 cm x 46 cm x 46 cm)

Delivery time: The estimated delivery time is between 6 to 22 days. Some of the estimated delivery times for shipping from China are-

• SF E-Parcel tracking

The SF E-Parcel is a small parcel delivery service dedicated to B2C e-commerce sellers having cross-border shipping needs under 2 kg. The service includes shipping registered and ordinary parcels to over 200 countries and regions around the world. It is an economical service with a hassle-free customs clearance process and an end-to-end tracking system. 

Size limit: 

Cylinder: one side ≤ 90 cm, Diameter x 2 + Length ≤ 104 CM

Non-Cylinder: one side ≤ 60 cm, L+H+W ≤ 90 cm (For the UK, the maximum allowed size is 61 cm x 46 cm x 46 cm)

Delivery time: The estimated delivery time is between 6 to 22 days. Some of the estimated delivery times for shipping from China are-

• SF E-Parcel+ tracking

The SF E-Parcel+ is a large parcel delivery service dedicated to B2C e-commerce sellers having cross-border shipping needs between 20 to 70kg. The service includes delivery from Mainland China to Russia, Australia, Ukraine, the UK, Germany, and France. It also includes some value-added services such as door-to-door delivery, self-pick-up, proof of delivery, and notification before delivery.

The tracking feature provided with the service starts updating the shipment status on the same day of pickup. As a result, customers can track their packages throughout the entire delivery process.

Delivery time: The estimated delivery time is between 4 to 9 business days. However, delivery time to Russia is exceptional, it takes around 8 to 12 business days.

• SFBuy

SFBuy is the package forwarding service provided by SF. The service offers delivery service from the USA to Inside China, Hong Kong, and Macao, and from Inside China to Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, West Malaysia, Singapore, UAE, and Kenya. 

The service includes free packing, multiple value-added services, US tax-free state, and multi-regional transshipment warehouse facility, and a tracking feature to ensure package security. Moreover, the features of the service, such as freight rate, storage, package size, etc., vary depending on the membership categories (ordinary member and VIP member). 

How Do I Track My SF International Package?

There are multiple ways to track SF International packages. The following is a guideline for tracking SF International shipments using the SF International official tracking API, APP, and third-party tracking site TrackingMore.

• Via the Official Website

Step 1: Go to the official website’s home page. Below, you will find a tracking field.

Step 2: Enter your waybill (tracking) number and click the ‘Track’ button.

Step 3: A puzzle will appear on the screen. Solve it to move on to the next phase.

Now, the tracking dashboard will appear on the screen with detailed shipment delivery information.

• Via the Official Mobile App

SF International has launched an app to ship packages, track packages, and manage orders from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, or Taiwan to other American, Asian, and European countries. The app is available for both iOS and Android users. Search for SF International in the Play Store and App Store to download the app.

• Via TrackingMore (powerful third-party platform)

To track your SF International package using TrackingMore-

Step 1: Go to TrackingMore's official page and click on ‘Carriers’ from the menu bar.

Step 2: On the carriers page, search for ‘SF International’ in the carrier search bar and click on ‘SF International’ from the carriers list. 

Step 3: Enter your tracking number in the tracking tool and click the ‘Track’ button. 

Then the tracking dashboard will be accessible to the user where they can view the tracking route in detail. 

Why should I choose to track using TrackingMore over SF International?

The official website of SF International has an integrated tracking API that is connected to every registered package. The tracking software gets updated each time the package passes a transit point. As a result, customers can track their packages from dispatch to delivery. However, it has certain limitations. 

Oftentimes, SF International delivers packages as a third-party Logistics Service Provider (LSP). That is, global shipments sent by SF International are handed over to local couriers in the destination country for distribution. If the tracking APIs of local couriers are not integrated with SF International's tracking API, the shipment status within the destination country will not be available in the system. 

In such cases, a powerful third-party tracking platform, such as TrackingMore, can help customers overcome the limitations.

TrackingMore is a third-party tracking solution that serves major brands all over the world. It is connected to over 1100 carriers around the world. The vast access to tracking APIs provides seamless tracking of shipments delivered via third-party LSPs. So, no matter how many times the carriers are switched, the end-to-end shipment data will be available on the TrackingMore system. Moreover, it has a user-friendly interface, multiple data sources, 24/7 technical support, fast website performance, and more.

SF International Tracking Number

SF International assigns 15 alphanumeric (combination of letters and numbers) waybill numbers to the registered shipments. These numbers serve as tracking numbers for the shipments. The waybill or tracking number can be found on the shipping label or in the confirmation email.

The tracking number begins with the letters 'SF,' and is followed by 13 numerical digits. Here are some examples of the SF international tracking number.

- SF0562974501809

- SF4210278432156

SF International also allows for tracking using a reference number. To initiate the tracking process, you need to input the shipper's account number, the shipment's reference number, and the date the shipment is picked up. As depicted in the accompanying image, these three fields are essential to kickstart the tracking procedure. Ensure all details are accurately provided for correct tracking results.

Note: You can check shipment records for up to a 7-day period from the shipment pickup date.

SF International Tracking Status

SF International Tracking API

The SF International tracking API is specially built to track the shipments delivered via services included within SF International. The SF International tracking API supports tracking of up to 20 shipments in a single search. However, third-party tracking services, such as TrackingMore, have some advanced features that make shipment tracking seamless. 

The exclusive features of TrackingMore include:

• Military-grade level of security
• 99.9% API uptime
• Automatic tracking and delivery notification
• Access to all tracking data in one dashboard
• Compatible with multiple eCommerce sites, including AliExpress. eBay, etc.
• Multiple programming languages are supported, including PHP, Java, Python, Ruby, and Node.js
• 24/7 technical support

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FAQs on SF International Tracking

• What is SF International Shipping?

SF International Shipping is SF’s global logistics solution. SF International provides International shipping of goods from China to other countries, such as the USA, Mexico, Australia, Singapore, Canada, Malaysia, Russia, India, Japan, Philippines, and so on.

• How long does SF International take to deliver?

The time SF International requires to deliver depends on various factors, such as distance between the origin and destination, weather, customs clearance, public holidays, or unforeseen circumstances. 

For most destination countries, standard express service takes 3 to 5 business days and economy express service takes 4 to 10 business days. However, delivery time may require an additional  1 to 3 business days when delivering to remote locations. The detailed  estimated time schedule is available on the SF International website.

• Does SF International use USPS?

No, packages delivered from China to the USA through SF International do not use USPS. Instead, SF International conducts delivery services between China and the USA via UPS, the official American partner. SF International ships consignments to the USA and the consignments are further delivered within the USA through the UPS network.

How to Contact SF International Customer Service

Here is a selection of the primary hotline numbers for SF International customer service across various countries, along with the local time service hours. For more countries, check out here.