How to Use DHL Capability Tool to validate shipping address when creating DHL shipping label

If you encounter an address validation error while creating a DHL Express shipment, we recommend using the DHL Capability Tool. This tool can help you modify the address fields that are causing the error.

If you receive the following error message from DHL, "Cannot determine destination service. Check recipient information and resubmit. If this problem reoccurs contact your customer service representative," the DHL Capability Tool can be particularly helpful.

Use DHL Capability Tool to validate shipping address

This tool displays which address fields are mandatory based on the country of origin and destination. Here are the steps to use the DHL Capability Tool:

1. Go to DHL Capability Tool.
2. Enter shipment details in the form
   This includes the sender address, destination address, shipment details, etc.
3. Click Search.

The tool will help you verify whether the shipping address is valid or not. If you encounter an error about the shipping address, you can use the DHL Capability Tool. For example, for shipments to Ireland, the tool will show that the zip code is not mandatory, but the destination suburb is.