Serviço de cancelamento N.º 1 em Australia
Senhora, Senhor,
Notifico através desta a minha decisão de pôr termo ao contrato relativo ao serviço Dhl.
Esta notificação constitui uma vontade firme, clara e inequívoca de cancelar o contrato, com efeito na primeira data possível ou de acordo com o prazo contratual aplicável.
Solicito que tome todas as medidas úteis para:
– cessar toda a faturação a partir da data efetiva de cancelamento;
– confirmar-me por escrito a boa tomada em conta deste pedido;
– e, se for o caso, transmitir-me o extrato final ou a confirmação de saldo.
Este cancelamento é-lhe dirigido por correio eletrónico certificado. O envio, a datação e a integridade do conteúdo estão estabelecidos, o que faz dele um escrito comprovativo que responde às exigências da prova eletrónica. Dispõe portanto de todos os elementos necessários para proceder ao tratamento regular deste cancelamento, de acordo com os princípios aplicáveis em matéria de notificação escrita e de liberdade contratual.
De acordo com as regras relativas à proteção de dados pessoais, solicito também:
– que elimine todos os meus dados não necessários às suas obrigações legais ou contabilísticas;
– que encerre qualquer espaço pessoal associado;
– e que me confirme a eliminação efetiva dos dados segundo os direitos aplicáveis em matéria de proteção da vida privada.
Conservo uma cópia integral desta notificação assim como a prova de envio.
How to Cancel Dhl: Complete Guide
What is Dhl
DHL is a global express logistics and parcel network offering international and domestic courier services, business accounts, and recipient-facing delivery options such as On Demand Delivery. The group’s local operations combine door-to-door express products, account-billing for commercial shippers and digital delivery-management tools for consignees. For business customers, negotiated account rates and commercial features are promoted; recipients can use DHL’s delivery options to change how a waybill is handled once in transit.
Official materials emphasise preferential rates for account holders and a suite of receiver options that include signature release, alternate-address delivery and vacation hold. These product-level rules and any discounts are governed by DHL’s published service conditions and the waybill terms attached to each shipment.
Account types and pricing overview
DHL’s offering in the local market is productised around account-based express services for business customers and receiver-orientated features for individual consignees. There are no standard consumer subscription tiers that mirror streaming or software subscriptions; prices and discounts vary by account volume and contractual arrangement.
| Account type / product | Typical pricing / fees | Key features | Refund / proration notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL express business account | Varies (discounts negotiated; up to 30% promoted) | Volume discounts, consolidated invoices, contractual terms, custom billing options | Commercial terms determine refunds; unused shipment credits depend on account agreement. |
| On Demand Delivery (receiver options) | Free to use for recipients (delivery choices included with shipment) | Signature release, reschedule, collect from service point, leave with neighbour, vacation hold | Option changes are applied to active waybills; refunds for transport depend on the underlying service terms. |
| Individual one-off shipments | Varies by origin, weight and service - charged per waybill | Standard express transit with waybill-specific terms | Refunds only where terms, service failure or consumer guarantees apply. |
| Feature | DHL express + ODD | Major alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Signature release option | Offered as an ODD option | Offered by many couriers; policies differ |
| Account-level discounts | Negotiated volume discounts | Negotiated with major couriers or platforms |
| Recipient control | Multiple receiver-managed choices | Some competitors offer similar tools; availability varies |
How cancellations typically work for Dhl shipments and accounts
Framework: cancellations and account changes are governed by the contract (account terms, waybill terms and any written addendum). The key legal instruments are the waybill (each shipment), the account agreement for business customers and the standard transport terms attached to published rate guides.
Notice and effective date: commercial accounts commonly specify notice windows for material changes to discounts and for termination of account benefits. For waybills, cancellation or instruction changes depend on shipment status and the legal status of the waybill at the time of the request. Prorating and refunds are therefore situation specific.
Cooling-off and consumer guarantees: there is generally no automatic statutory cooling-off period for an express shipment or a negotiated business account. Remedies for service failure are subject to Australian Consumer Law consumer guarantees where a service is not delivered with due care and skill, is unfit for purpose or has a major failure. That law can entitle a customer to cancel and recover the unused portion or seek a refund where the failure is major.
What users report
Public feedback gathered from review platforms reflects a wide range of experiences. Many users praise fast transit on true express corridors, while others report difficulties with delivery communication, missed attempts, and challenges when a signature was required. Complaints about customer support responsiveness and complication around customs duties appear frequently in reviews.
Representative consumer language drawn from reviews includes short statements such as: "Will never use these again" and "delivery not attempted but marked complete." Use of these direct quotes highlights frustration with certain delivery outcomes.
Recurring issues and practical takeaways
Recurring themes in public feedback are: delayed communication about delivery exceptions, disputes about signature evidence, unexpected customs/duty charges on delivery and frustration when negotiated account benefits are not clearly reflected on invoices.
Practical takeaway: carefully record waybill identifiers, invoice and tracking information and familiarise yourself with the terms attached to the specific waybill; those terms determine whether you are entitled to a remedy. Documentation is repeatedly noted by users as the most useful tool when contesting a charge or seeking remediation.
Documentation checklist
- Waybill number: Record the unique shipment identifier.
- Account number: If a business account applies, keep the account reference.
- Invoice and payment record: Keep copies of invoices, receipts and payment confirmations.
- Tracking history: Export or screenshot the event log for the waybill.
- Photographic evidence: Photos of package condition or delivery location when relevant.
- Date and time stamps: Note times of notifications, delivery attempts and exceptions.
- Contract terms: Retain copies of the relevant account terms and the waybill terms.
- Customs documentation: Keep any import paperwork and duty invoices.
Billing cycles, proration and refunds
Billing cycle rules differ by account and payment method: commercial accounts normally invoice under agreed cycles and may adjust discounts or charges on notice. For single-waybill charges, refunds are governed by the service terms and may be provided when the carrier fails to meet its contractual obligations or under consumer guarantee remedies.
Proration: whether a refund is prorated for unused time or services depends on the contractual language. For products that are priced per shipment there is no standard prorated refund model; for ongoing account fees, the account agreement controls proration. Members with recurring billing should review their account contract to confirm what the agreement provides.
Refund timing: where a refund is permitted, processing times are contractual and may require reconciliation with the original payment method before funds are returned. Keep your payment evidence to support any claim.
Disputes, chargebacks and escalation
If a charge appears incorrect, the contractual path is to raise the dispute under the account or waybill terms and present supporting documentation. Chargebacks through a payment provider remain an option in certain circumstances, but they have legal and commercial implications and may trigger counterclaims if the provider or carrier reasonably disputes the consumer’s position.
Governance and regulator role: the ACCC and state consumer agencies enforce consumer guarantees. When a claim alleges an infringement of those guarantees, regulators can provide guidance and may accept complaints that inform compliance work. Customers may report concerns to the appropriate regulator where business remedies are insufficient.
Common pitfalls and mistakes to avoid
- 1. Failing to preserve the waybill and invoice copy - losing the single most important evidence item.
- 2. Relying on informal confirmations only - written records of transactions and timestamps carry more weight.
- 3. Assuming a blanket no-refund policy overrides statutory guarantees.
- 4. Not checking the waybill terms for liability limits and declared value rules.
- 5. Missing time limits for lodging a formal dispute under the account or waybill conditions.
How to prepare a compliant cancellation or dispute request
Framework: identify the governing document (waybill terms or account agreement), compile the documentation checklist above and refer to the specific contractual clause that you rely upon for the requested remedy. Cite dates, amounts and contractual provisions succinctly.
Evidence: attach the waybill event log, invoice copy, payment evidence and any photographic proof. If goods were damaged, include photos and a description of the defect tied to the delivery timeline.
What to expect after cancelling or lodging a dispute
Timing: an initial acknowledgement will usually be subject to the carrier’s service times; a substantive response may require investigation and reconciliation with transport logs and customs records. Expect a process that references the waybill and the account terms.
Possible outcomes: remedies can include a refund for service failure, credit against future invoices, or denial if the carrier shows compliance with the terms. Where a major failure under consumer guarantees is established, a refund or cancellation of the unused portion is an available remedy.
Practical negotiation tips
- Document chronology: Present a clear timeline of events tied to the waybill.
- Contract clause reference: Quote the exact clause in the waybill or account terms you rely on.
- Quantify loss: If seeking compensation, provide itemised losses and supporting invoices.
- Escalation plan: Be ready to refer the matter to a regulator if legal rights under consumer guarantees are engaged.
Address
- Address: DHL Express (Australia) Pty. Ltd. 283 Coward Street, Building 1 Mascot, New South Wales 2020 Australia
Legal context that matters for Dhl arrangements
Under Australian law the ACL consumer guarantees apply to services and cannot be excluded by contract wording; they therefore overlay any carrier term that might purport to limit refunds for major failures. Consequently, contractual language in account or waybill terms must be read alongside statutory guarantees when evaluating refund and cancellation rights.
For commercial accounts, many negotiated protections and limits apply by agreement; however, statutory remedies remain available to consumers for major failures of service. Review the specific waybill and account contract and align claims to the legal standards for major failure and reasonable remedies.
Actionable next steps
Collect and preserve the documentation checklist items for the relevant waybill and invoices. Identify the specific contractual clause that supports your request and prepare a concise, dated chronology of events and losses. If statutory consumer guarantees appear engaged, consider lodging a formal complaint with the regulator after completing the contractual dispute process.