New Rates for International Parcel Mail Kick In Next Year
Published Date: 4/21/2026
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Summary
Starting January 1, 2027, the Postal Service is updating rates for inbound parcel mail based on new international rules from the Universal Postal Union. These changes mainly affect businesses and customers sending or receiving international parcels, with new pricing and classification rules kicking in. The public can share their thoughts by April 23, 2026, before the new rates take effect.
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Inbound Parcel Post rate change
Starting January 1, 2027, the Postal Service will apply self-declared rates for Inbound Parcel Post based on amendments to the Universal Postal Convention. The Postal Service must notify the UPU International Bureau of its self-declared rates by May 1, 2026, and the Commission invited public comment by April 23, 2026.
International proof-of-delivery requirement
Beginning in calendar year 2027, designated operators are required to provide an ancillary International Proof of Delivery for inbound parcel post, and the Postal Service has elected a rate for that service to take effect January 1, 2027. The Postal Service may use the Convention-fixed rate or the equivalent domestic charge, and it submitted its elected rate for Commission review with comments due April 23, 2026.
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