How Long Does Shipping Take?
This page explains how long your order takes from start to finish.
Your total wait time has two parts:
- Making time
- Shipping time
These always happen in this order.
What Happens First: Making Time
All Godemiche products are handmade to order.
- We do not keep ready-made stock
- Every order is made especially for you before it is shipped
Making time can change throughout the year:
- Busy periods = longer wait times
- Quieter periods = shorter wait times
You can always check the current making time here: How Long Orders Take
- This page is updated regularly
- Your order is shipped only once it is fully made
What Happens Next: Shipping Time
Once your order is finished:
- It is carefully packed
- It is sent using the shipping option you selected at checkout
Shipping time begins:
- After your order leaves us
- Not on the day you place your order
UK Shipping
All UK orders are sent using Royal Mail Tracked 48.
Royal Mail Tracked 48 includes:
- Delivery in 2 to 3 working days
- Full tracking
- Delivery confirmation
Important to know:
- Shipping time starts after dispatch
- It does not include making time
International Shipping (Outside the UK)
All international orders are sent using DHL.
DHL Express
DHL Express includes:
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Full tracking
- A faster and more reliable service
This option:
- Costs more
- Is best if you need your order quickly
- Is recommended for higher-value orders
DHL Global Mail
DHL Global Mail includes:
- Delivery in 7 to 21 working days (or longer)
- Limited tracking
- A slower delivery service
Important notes:
- Tracking may stop once the parcel reaches your country
- Customs checks can cause delays
This option is best for:
- Lower-cost shipping
- Non-urgent orders
Important Information
Please note:
- Shipping speed does not affect making time
- Faster shipping only applies once your item is finished
- Sales, holidays, and busy periods may increase wait times
For international orders:
- Customs checks can cause delays
- We do not control customs processing
Example Order Timeline
Example for a UK order:
- Making time: 5 working days
- Shipping time: 2 to 3 working days
Total estimated time:
- 7 to 8 working days
This is an example only.
Always check the making time page for the most up-to-date information.
Simple Summary
In short:
- Your order is handmade
- Making time comes first
- Shipping happens after
- Faster shipping does not mean faster making
We always do our best to make and ship your order as quickly as possible, without compromising on quality.
