What does «Arrived in transit country/region» mean on AliExpress

In international shipping of parcels from AliExpress, multiple carriers are involved, and their journey can pass through multiple cities and even countries. The tracking of orders only shows important procedures and stops. Technical terms are used to denote these, which can be difficult for a layperson to understand.

The status «Arrived in transit country/region» is one of the most common statuses that appears in the history of movement for many orders. The editorial staff of «AliShop» has studied all available information on this topic, and is ready to share a detailed explanation with our readers.

What does «Arrived in transit country/region» mean

The status «Arrived in transit country/region» means that your parcel has arrived in a country or region that is located between China and the country of destination.

Transit country or region is an intermediate state through which the route of most parcels from AliExpress passes. The stop is necessary to optimize and accelerate the delivery process. The parcel usually goes through one transit country on its way to the recipient, but there are sometimes exceptions.

Transit countries are used for sorting, processing, and temporary storage of parcels, as well as for forwarding them to other countries. Parcels usually do not undergo customs clearance at the transit stage, but they may be detained for additional inspection.

In a transit country, AliExpress parcels go through a sorting procedure and may also be checked for prohibited goods. This process begins with the arrival of shipments at a sorting center, where they are scanned and marked with a unique identifier that allows the system to track their movement.

Parcels are then sorted by destination using automated sorting systems, such as conveyor belts, robots, and other mechanisms.

After sorting, parcels are divided into groups that are sent to various destinations and packed for further delivery. This process allows for the processing of a large number of parcels in a short period of time and ensures more efficient delivery.

Also read about the status: «Arrived at linehaul office».

Where is the transit country located

A transit country or region is not a single specific country, but a whole list of countries. The most common transit regions are:

• Lithuania (Vilnius)
• Latvia (Riga)
• Estonia (Tallinn)
• Germany (Frankfurt)
• Poland
• Finland
• Kazakhstan
• Singapore
• Hong Kong
• South Korea
• Other countries

Usually, the name of the transit country can only be found out after receiving the order. There are several stickers on the postal item that will indicate the starting point, as well as the transit region through which your parcel passed. As an exception, the transit country can be indicated in the tracking history of the parcel.

How long should I wait for the parcel?

At this stage of delivery, even the shipping company itself cannot give you an exact delivery date. The status «Arrived in transit country/region» in tracking indicates that the parcel is halfway to the recipient.

The estimated delivery time can be from 7 to 21 days.

Parcels can also be delayed in transit countries, for example due to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, which can lead to delays. In this case, delivery will continue once the problem is resolved.

What does «Arrived in transit country/region» mean on AliExpress?

The status means that your AliExpress parcel has arrived in an intermediate country between China and the destination country.

Where is the transit country or region?

The transit country or region is not a single specific place, but a whole range of states. The most common transit regions are Lithuania (Vilnius), Latvia (Riga), Estonia (Tallinn), Germany (Frankfurt) and others.

How long to wait for delivery after the parcel from AliExpress arrives in the transit country/region?

It is difficult to say the exact waiting time. The expected delivery time can vary from 7 to 21 days.