Got an FDE parcel on the way? Whether the seller called it FDE or Fardar Express, it is the same courier — and you need one thing to track it: your waybill or tracking number.
Enter it on Trackmate, pick FDE from the courier list, and you will see the current status along with the full delivery history — no account, no login, no signup.
About Fardar Express Domestic (FDE)
Fardar Express Domestic launched in Sri Lanka in April 2019, in collaboration with Fardar International — a Chinese courier company.
Its headline strength is reach:
All 25 districts
Islandwide network covering every district.
90+ branches
One of the wider branch networks locally.
Real-time updates
Tracking updates through its digital systems.
Alongside delivery, FDE runs cash-on-delivery e-commerce, fulfilment and warehousing for online sellers, islandwide pickup services and final-mile delivery solutions.
That district coverage is usually the reason a seller picks them. If your parcel is heading outside the main cities, FDE is often the courier that reaches it.
How to Track an FDE / Fardar Express Parcel
The whole process takes under a minute. Here is each step.
Step 1 of 5
Find your tracking number
Check the SMS, WhatsApp message, invoice or order confirmation the seller sent you. Sellers label it differently, so look for any of these:
- Tracking number — the most common label
- Waybill number — used across Sri Lankan couriers
- Tracking ID or AWB number — same thing, different wording
FDE numbers often start with FDE, though not always.
Step 2 of 5
Open Trackmate
Go to Trackmate.lk. The tracking box is right on the homepage.
Step 3 of 5
Select FDE / Fardar Express
Pick FDE from the list of supported couriers.
Sellers use both names, so if you were told "Fardar Express", select FDE — they are the same company.
Step 4 of 5
Enter the tracking details
Type or paste your tracking or waybill number into the box.
Good news for FDE parcels: the phone number field is optional. Unlike Koombiyo, the waybill number alone is usually enough.
Step 5 of 5
Review the delivery information
Hit search and review the results — where your parcel is now, and where it has been.
You will see the current status, a tracking history timeline covering pickup through final-mile delivery, and delivery details such as the estimated date and destination.
Tracking to a rural district?
FDE parcels heading outside the main cities may pass through more sorting stages than a Colombo delivery, so extra scans in the timeline are normal rather than a sign of a delay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FDE the same as Fardar Express?
Yes. FDE stands for Fardar Express Domestic. Sellers use both names interchangeably, so if you were told your parcel is with Fardar Express, select FDE on Trackmate.
Where do I find my FDE tracking number?
Check the SMS, WhatsApp message, invoice or order confirmation sent by the seller. It may be labelled as a tracking number, waybill number, tracking ID or AWB number.
Do I need a phone number to track an FDE parcel?
No. The phone number field is optional for FDE — your waybill or tracking number alone is normally enough. This differs from Koombiyo, which requires the phone number used on the order.
Which areas does FDE deliver to?
FDE promotes an islandwide network covering all 25 districts in Sri Lanka, supported by more than 90 branches. That coverage is often why a seller chooses FDE for deliveries outside the main cities.
Why does my FDE tracking number show no results?
A waybill can take time to appear in the courier's system after the seller creates the order. If it still shows nothing after a day, confirm the number and the courier name with your seller.
Is Trackmate free to use for FDE tracking?
Yes. You can search for your FDE parcel on Trackmate.lk without creating an account or paying a fee.
Tracking parcels from more than one courier? See the full guide: Courier Tracking Sri Lanka