How to Send Flowers to Someone in Another Country

Sending flowers to someone in another country is straightforward when you have the right details on hand. Start with the recipient's location — country and city — which determines what bouquets and gifts are available for that area. From there, fill in the delivery details, choose a date, and complete the order online.

Before You Place the Order

Getting the details ready before you start saves time at checkout and reduces errors.

Required for all orders:

Recipient's full name
Country and city
Complete street address
Local phone number (the courier may need it to confirm building access or reach the recipient)
Preferred delivery date
Card message

Additional details by address type:

Address type What to add

Hotel Guest name as on the reservation, check-in date, room number if known

Hospital Patient's full name, ward, department, room number

Office or business Company name, floor, reception instructions

Apartment or gated building Unit number, entry code if needed

Delivering to a hotel or hospital requires extra care with the details. See our full guide on delivering flowers to hotels and hospitals abroad before placing your order.

Do not guess at the address. If you do not have the full details, confirm them with the recipient before starting the order.

Step-by-Step: How to Send Flowers to Another Country

1. Enter the destination first Start with the country and city where the flowers need to go. We deliver to more than 100 countries and over 3,500 cities, but what is available depends on the specific location. Setting the destination first means you only see flowers that can actually be delivered there.

Selecting a destination city on MyGlobalFlowers

2. Choose a bouquet or gift Browse what is available for that area. If a particular flower matters — roses, lilies, orchids, tulips — read the product description before adding to cart. Availability varies by country and season.

Bouquets available for delivery on MyGlobalFlowers

3. Fill in the recipient's details Enter the full name, address, local phone number, and preferred delivery date. Include any address-specific details: apartment number, room number, reservation name, ward, or entry instructions.

Most delivery problems start here — a missing apartment number, a misspelled name, the wrong hotel. Double-check before moving on.

Recipient details form during order registration

4. Choose the delivery date Select the date you need the flowers to arrive. Same-day and next-day delivery are available for certain international orders — check at checkout for the specific destination and product.

For time-sensitive occasions — birthdays, anniversaries, funerals — order earlier than you think necessary. Around Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and Christmas, popular delivery dates fill faster.

5. Add a message and delivery comments The Comments field at checkout is where you write the card message for the recipient and any delivery instructions for the courier — room number, access notes, or reception instructions. Both go in the same field.

Comments field with a card message and delivery instructions

6. Review everything before paying Before checkout, go through the full order:

Recipient name and address
Phone number
Delivery date
Product selected
Comments (card message and any delivery instructions)
Final total, including any delivery fees

It is much easier to fix a mistake here than after the order is already placed.

Order registration page and order summary before payment

What Happens After You Place the Order

Once payment goes through:

1. Order confirmation You receive an order number.

2. Preparation A local florist partner prepares the arrangement closer to the recipient.

3. Delivery A courier delivers the bouquet to the address provided.

4. Tracking Use your order number to follow the status at each stage.

If the recipient was not available at delivery:

Hotels and offices: the bouquet is typically left with reception.
Residential addresses: the courier may leave a notification or arrange a second attempt, depending on the destination. Additional charges may apply in some locations.

If you need to correct an address or add missing details, contact support as quickly as possible — before the courier is on the way.

Order Details Checklist

Use this checklist before completing the order:

Order detail What to enter or check

Destination Recipient's country and city

Recipient name Full name, spelled correctly

Address Street, apartment, hotel, hospital, office, or zip code

Local phone number A number the courier can reach if needed

Delivery date Preferred date, checked against available options

Product Bouquet or gift available for that destination

Comments Short, clear wording

Special notes Room number, reservation name, department, gate code, or reception instructions

Total cost Final amount before payment, including any fees shown at checkout

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Browsing before entering the destination. Products vary by location. Select a destination first — otherwise you may choose something that cannot be delivered to the recipient.

Incomplete address details. A missing apartment number, an incorrect hotel name, or a vague hospital reference can hold up a delivery that would otherwise have gone smoothly.

Counting on same-day delivery without checking. Same-day delivery is available for some international orders, but not for every destination, product, or date. Always verify at checkout.

FAQ

How do I send flowers to someone in another country?

Choose the recipient's country and city on MyGlobalFlowers.com, select a product available for that location, fill in the delivery details, choose a date, and complete the order online.

What information do I need from the recipient?

Usually, the information required includes a full name, country and city, complete address, local phone number, preferred delivery date, and a card message.

Should I choose the bouquet or destination first?

Destination first. The country and city determine which bouquets, gifts, and delivery options they show.

Can I send flowers to a hotel or hospital abroad?

Often, yes. Include the room number, department, reservation name, local phone number, and any other details specific to that location.

Can I choose same-day delivery?

Same-day delivery is available for some international orders. Check at checkout for the specific destination, product, and date.

What if I enter the wrong address?

Contact support as soon as possible. Corrections are easier before the order goes out for delivery.

Can I track the order?

Yes. Use your order number after payment to follow the delivery at different stages.

Do you have any questions? Contact us order@myglobalflowers.com