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Sandiswa S

1 reviews | Active since Dec 2010

01 Sept 2017, 15:24

Customs clearance process inefficient!

I contacted DHL about my inbound parcel ( ********** 885) yesterday to start the the clearance process. I spoke to Kedibone who took my details and promised that an invoice will be sent. A day later NO INVOICE. I call again and speak to Jaco who also promises that the invoice will be in my inbox within 30 mins, and that he will contact me if there's any issues. 3 hours later...NO INVOICE! I call again and this time speak to an Azola, who after having me on the phone for 20 mins manages to send me the invoice. I immediately try to use the online payment portal which doesn't work. I do an immediate EFT and send proof of payment to the ********** address. Another 3 hours later, the status online tracking still reflects "waiting payment". I call AGAIN (note that every call you have to wait an average of 7.5 mins to get to an agent to help you). This time I speak to patience who says my proof of payment is not in their inbox so I must please forward to her. I've just done that, meaning this will only now be submitted to SARS for clearance...meaning my VERY URGENT parcel will stay with DHL for the whole weekend because of inefficiencies that were easily avoidable. For the amount of money one pays this is nothing short of appalling.

Sandiswa

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DHL Express
DHL Express's reply01 Sept 2017, 18:09
Official

Dear Sandiswa,

Thank you posting to DHL Express and notifying us of your complaint .

I attempted to contact you but your mobile rang unanswered, so I left a detailed voice message for you .

Please accept the apologies of DHL for the undoubted inconvenience this matter has caused you.

This delay was caused by a few glitches experienced whilst migrating to our new Customs system which was implemented a week ago. As the market leader in Global logistics, we are continuously on the market for up to date systems to keep up with the current times to ensure the best Customer interaction with our Customers. I can assure you that our team are currently working on having the few issues experienced resolved to ensure a better service in future.

I have forwarded you an e-mail to your personal Inbox – Won’t you please forward me the 10 digit AWB number your shipment is moving on so I can follow up on the progress of clearance to see if we can arrange for a weekend delivery ?

Please find below my direct contact details should you need to get in touch with me .

Awaiting your soonest response.

Best Regards,

Ms Buhle Sekoboane
Customer Care Executive Office

DHL Express – South Africa
DHL House
Cnr: Fabriek and Van Acht Streets
Isando, Gauteng, 1600

Best regards,

DHL Express
DHL Express's reply04 Sept 2017, 14:28
Official

Dear Sandiswa,

Many thanks for your response.

I am pleased to confirm that the shipment was successfully delivered on the 02 September at 11:21 and was received by S Sotashe.

I hope everything was received in good order .

Should additional assistance be required, please do not hesitate to contact me on my details below .

Best Regards,

Ms Buhle Sekoboane
Customer Care Executive Office

DHL Express – South Africa
DHL House
Cnr: Fabriek and Van Acht Streets
Isando, Gauteng, 1600

Best regards,