--- title: "How long does delivery take? | Mr Balaclava" description: "Delivery time is production plus transit. Standard production lead time is approximately 14 days, and express courier transit with DHL, FedEx or UPS…" url: https://mrbalaclava.com/help/delivery-times/ language: en-US updated: 2026-10-25T16:16:49+00:00 alternates: fr: https://mrbalaclava.com/fr/help/delais-de-livraison.md de: https://mrbalaclava.com/de/help/lieferzeit-dauer.md es: https://mrbalaclava.com/es/help/cuanto-tarda-entrega.md publisher: Mr Balaclava (https://mrbalaclava.com/) --- Shipping and delivery # How long does delivery take? By the Mr Balaclava team · Updated 2026-10-25 Short answer Delivery time is production plus transit. Standard production lead time is approximately 14 days, and express courier transit with DHL, FedEx or UPS takes 3–6 working days. Air cargo usually takes 7–12 working days and sea cargo about 40–45 days, and your schedule is agreed for each order. Delivery time has two parts: production and transit. ## Production Standard production lead time is approximately 14 days. Actual lead time may vary depending on product type, order quantity, customization, material availability, sampling/approval requirements and the nature of the project. The confirmed production schedule will be agreed with the customer for each order. 7 days is possible on request, and complex products or very large orders (100,000–200,000 pcs) can take up to one month. See [How long does production take?](/help/production-lead-time/) ## Transit | Shipping method | Transit time | | --- | --- | | Express courier (DHL, FedEx, UPS) | 3–6 working days | | Air cargo (over 100 kg) | Usually 7–12 working days | | Sea cargo (from 500 kg) | Usually about 40–45 days | Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in Pakistan and in your country. You receive the tracking number when your order is dispatched: see [Can I track my shipment?](/help/tracking/) ## Planning a first order A first order typically needs five to seven weeks from brief to delivery, because it includes the mockup, the tech pack and the sample. A pre-paid sample is made in about 5–7 days and sent to you before your order; a pre-production sample is made after you order and pay the 30% advance, and you approve it on photos, videos or a video call. See [Which sample do I need?](/help/sample-types/) Reorders skip the development stages and take about three weeks. For a first order, start seven weeks before you need the goods in hand. ## What can delay a delivery Customs checks, public holidays, weather or problems at the carrier can delay a shipment. We are not responsible for delays caused by shipping providers, but we always help you resolve any issue. **Tip:** Double-check your delivery address. Incorrect or incomplete addresses can cause delays or losses, and re-delivery may cost extra. Was this article helpful? ## Related articles - [How long does production take?](https://mrbalaclava.com/help/production-lead-time/) - [How will my order be shipped?](https://mrbalaclava.com/help/how-orders-are-shipped/) - [Can I track my shipment?](https://mrbalaclava.com/help/tracking/) - [How long does a sample take?](https://mrbalaclava.com/help/sample-time/) ## Still need help? A real person replies within one working day. Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00 · Sat 10:00–16:00, Pakistan time (UTC+5) - [Send your brief Contact form for quotes and projects](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) - [contact@mrbalaclava.com Best for briefs, artwork and files](mailto:contact@mrbalaclava.com) - [WhatsApp +92 370 7981102 Quick questions and photos](https://wa.me/923707981102)