USPS Updates List of Global Shipping Agreements
Published Date: 9/24/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is updating its list of special international shipping deals for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International Service. This means businesses and customers using these services might see new contract options soon. These changes aim to keep international shipping smooth and competitive, with no immediate price hikes announced.
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New international shipping contracts for businesses
If you run a business that ships internationally, the Postal Service filed to add new negotiated service agreement contracts for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First‑Class Package International Service. This could give businesses new contract options soon; the notice says these updates aim to keep international shipping smooth and competitive and does not announce any immediate price hikes.
Customers may see new international shipping options
If you use the Postal Service to send or receive international packages, you might see new contract options for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First‑Class Package International Service. The Postal Service says the changes aim to keep international shipping competitive and did not announce any immediate price increases.
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