Postal Service Announces Market Dominant Mail Price Increases for July
Published Date: 4/14/2026
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Summary
The Postal Service is raising prices on many domestic and international mail products starting July 12, 2026, to keep up with inflation. This affects anyone who sends or receives mail through market dominant services. The public can share their thoughts by May 11, 2026, before the changes take effect.
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2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Postage Price Increases July 12, 2026
If you send or receive mail, you will pay higher prices starting July 12, 2026. The Postal Service filed planned average increases by class: First‑Class Mail 4.803%; USPS Marketing Mail 4.803%; Periodicals 6.803%; Package Services 4.803%; Special Services 4.803%. The Commission is accepting comments on the filing through May 11, 2026.
Seven Mail Promotions Proposed for 2027
The Postal Service seeks approval for seven mail promotions in 2027 for mailers: Informed Delivery Add‑On/Upgrade (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2027); Sustainability Add‑On/Upgrade (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2027); Tactile, Sensory, and Interactive (Jan 1–June 30, 2027); Integrated Technology (six‑month start date chosen by mailer within 2027); First‑Class Mail Advertising (Apr 1–Dec 31, 2027); Impact Messaging (May 1–Sept 30, 2027); Direct Mail Discovery for Marketing Mail (Apr 1–Sept 30, 2027).
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