# Enable DHL Express Paperless Trade
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Updated: 2026-11-03

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.starshipit.com/llms.txt).

> Enable DHL Express Paperless Trade for international shipments in Starshipit.

Use DHL Express Paperless Trade to send eligible customs documents electronically with an international shipment. Approval and availability depend on your DHL account, service and destination; follow DHL's paperwork requirements for each shipment.

## Before you begin

Ask your DHL Express account manager to approve Paperless Trade for your account. Contact [Starshipit Support](/articles/13017036853647-contact-starshipit-support) if you need help checking the connection.

## Enable Paperless Trade

1. Go to **Settings > Couriers > DHL Express**.
2. Open **Advanced** and enable **Paperless Trade**.
3. Select **Save**.
4. Reopen the settings and check that Paperless Trade is saved.

The standard MyDHL workflow sends documents when the shipment is created. If your initial invoice needs the waybill number, follow [Submit DHL Express customs documents after printing](/articles/1793750400001-submit-dhl-express-customs-documents-after-printing) to configure the eligible PK workflow before creating the label. The same guide explains adding documents to an existing WY Paperless Trade shipment.

## Check your next shipment

For the next intended international shipment, check the DHL response and returned label and invoice documents. A saved Paperless Trade setting alone does not establish that the shipment was accepted for electronic documents. If Paperless Trade is unavailable or DHL returns a warning, print and attach the paperwork DHL requires.