Delivery FAQs - Shipping Times, Options & Tracking

Categories:
Delivery FAQ's
What delivery options do you offer?

We offer Same Day Click & Collect (free), Royal Mail Tracked 24 (free over £30), DPD Pickup Shop to collect from local shops (free over £30), DPD Next Working Day home delivery (free over £60), plus DPD weekend delivery and international shipping. We dispatch 7 days a week - Royal Mail collects Monday-Friday, DPD collects daily. Most UK orders placed before 4pm arrive next day. Visit Our Delivery page for more information.

How do I get free delivery?

Orders over £30 get free Royal Mail Tracked 24 or free DPD Pickup Shop delivery. Orders over £60 get free DPD Next Day home delivery. Click & Collect is always free regardless of order value. Weekend DPD delivery has reduced charges at higher order values but isn't completely free.

Do you dispatch on weekends?

Yes, we dispatch 7 days a week. DPD collects from us daily including weekends. Royal Mail only collects Monday-Friday, so weekend orders for Royal Mail are dispatched Monday. For fastest weekend delivery, choose DPD services. Orders placed Saturday before 3pm or Sunday before 2pm get same-day dispatch with DPD.

What's your cut-off time for same-day dispatch?

Monday-Friday: 4pm for all services. Saturday: 3pm for DPD services. Sunday: 2pm for DPD services. Click & Collect orders placed before these times are ready within 1 hour. Royal Mail weekend orders are held until Monday dispatch. These cut-offs ensure your order leaves our warehouse the same day.

How does Click & Collect work?

Order online selecting "Click & Collect" at checkout. Your order will be ready within 1 hour during our opening times (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 8am-3pm). You'll get a text notification when ready. Come to our shutter door entrance at Unit 1 Park Road, Holmewood Industrial Park, Chesterfield S42 5UY and call through on the ring camera. It's always free.

When will I receive my tracking number?

You'll receive tracking via email within 1-2 hours of dispatch when your order enters the courier's system. Royal Mail and DPD both provide tracking. Download their apps for real-time updates: Royal Mail app and DPD app both available on iOS and Android. Tracking lets you see exactly where your parcel is.

Can you deliver to Scottish Highlands and Islands?

Yes, but only via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Postcodes AB, IV, HS, KW, PA, PH, and ZE may take 2-3 days instead of next day. DPD services automatically switch to Royal Mail for these areas. The same free delivery thresholds apply (free over £30), but allow extra time for these remote locations.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, via Royal Mail Tracked 24 only. All BT postcodes are served but may take 2-3 days. Orders over £30 still qualify for free delivery. Due to battery shipping regulations, we can only send 2 internal battery devices per package to Northern Ireland. Larger orders may need splitting with additional shipping charges.

What about Channel Islands and Isle of Man?

We deliver to Jersey (JE), Guernsey (GY), and Isle of Man (IM) via Royal Mail only. These areas may take 3-5 days and don't qualify for next-day service. Battery restrictions apply - maximum 2 internal battery devices per package. Import duties may apply depending on local regulations.

Can I change my delivery address after ordering?

Contact us immediately via live chat if you need to change the address. If we haven't dispatched yet (usually within 2 hours), we can update it. Once dispatched, DPD allows redirects to safe places or pickup shops through their app. Royal Mail doesn't allow address changes after dispatch.

What if I'm not home for delivery?

Both Royal Mail and DPD offer safe place options you can set up in their apps. DPD sends a 1-hour delivery window so you know when to be home. You can redirect DPD parcels to a pickup shop on the day. Royal Mail will leave a card and hold at your local depot or redeliver. Royal Mail provides a 2-hour delivery window.

How do weekend deliveries work?

DPD offers guaranteed Saturday and Sunday delivery. Saturday delivery costs £7.99 under £40, £5.99 at £40-59.99, or £3.99 over £60. Sunday delivery has the same pricing. Order by 4pm Friday for Saturday, or 3pm Saturday for Sunday. Weekend delivery is aimed for but not guaranteed with standard DPD Next Day service.

Why are battery devices restricted?

Aviation regulations limit lithium battery shipments. Non-mainland UK and international orders can only contain 2 internal battery devices (vape kits with built-in batteries) per package. Orders with more devices need splitting with additional shipping charges. We'll contact you before processing if affected. This is a legal requirement, not our choice.

Do you offer international delivery?

Yes, via Royal Mail International or UPS International. Royal Mail takes 1-2 days to dispatch and delivery depends on destination. UPS offers Express (1-2 days) or Standard (3-5 days) once dispatched. Prices calculate at checkout based on weight and destination. Maximum 2 internal battery devices per package. Import duties are your responsibility.

What happens if my order doesn't arrive?

Contact us within 10 days of dispatch so we can investigate with the courier. After 10 working days, couriers won't investigate and we cannot help. Check tracking first - parcels often show as delivered to safe places or neighbours. We'll reship or refund once the courier confirms loss, which usually takes 2-3 days.

Do you deliver to BFPO addresses?

Yes, select Royal Mail at checkout for British Forces Post Office deliveries. Other couriers cannot deliver to BFPO addresses. Enter the correct BFPO number and BF postal code to avoid delays. Delivery times vary by location but tracking is provided. Battery restrictions may apply to overseas BFPO addresses.

Is packaging discreet?

Yes, all orders ship in plain packaging with no vaping branding visible. The return address shows "Ecigone" but no indication of contents. Customs declarations for international orders list "electronic devices" rather than vaping products. Your privacy is protected throughout delivery.

Can I add delivery instructions?

Notes added at checkout cannot be passed to drivers - our system doesn't support this. Instead, use the courier's app once you receive tracking. DPD and Royal Mail apps both allow adding delivery preferences, safe places, and specific instructions directly with the driver.

What about bank holiday deliveries?

We don't dispatch on UK bank holidays - orders placed on bank holidays dispatch the next working day. However, DPD may still deliver on some bank holidays if already in their network. Check individual bank holiday arrangements on our website as they vary. Click & Collect may have reduced hours on bank holidays.

What if items are missing or damaged?

Report any issues within 48 hours of delivery by contacting our support team. Include photos of damage or list missing items with your order number. Issues reported after 2 working days cannot be investigated as per courier requirements. We'll replace or refund immediately once confirmed - usually same day.