USPS Hikes Mail Costs to French Guiana and Island Outposts
Published Date: 11/20/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is changing prices for some international mail going to French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, and Reunion starting January 18, 2026. This affects both regular and competitive mail products. The Postal Regulatory Commission is asking the public to share their thoughts by December 5, 2025, to make sure these changes are fair and clear.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Price Group Changes for Four Territories
If you send mail to French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, or Reunion, the Postal Service will change the country price group assignments for some international mail products effective January 18, 2026. This affects the Market Dominant product Outbound Single‑Piece First‑Class Mail International and certain competitive international mail products. The Postal Regulatory Commission is accepting public comments on the filing through December 5, 2025.
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