Votre envoi est prêt à quitter le territoire étranger. Il va être remis au transporteur pour son acheminement vers la France

What this status means

This French message from La Poste says the parcel is ready to leave the country where it was posted. It is about to be handed to the carrier that will transport it to France, by air, sea or road. The parcel is still in the sending country, at or near its export point. The message is a translation of a standard La Poste tracking update, not a sign of a problem.

Is my package delayed?

No. This message by itself is normal. It marks the departure stage of an international shipment. The step can take longer than the earlier ones because the parcel has to wait for a flight, ship or truck, but that does not mean something has gone wrong.

What happens next

Once the carrier has taken the parcel, it travels to France. Expect an update saying it has left the origin country or arrived in France, followed by customs handling if the shipment needs it. After that, La Poste takes over for delivery inside France and the tracking text usually mentions the continuing journey to the destination.

What you can do

• Wait and check the tracking again later. Updates can pause while the parcel is in transit between countries.
• If the tracking stays unchanged for longer than usual, contact the seller first, since they arranged the shipment.
• Have your tracking number and order details ready when you contact the seller or La Poste.
• If the parcel comes from outside the EU, be prepared for possible customs duties or fees on arrival in France.