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USPS International Postage Rate Hikes Effective January 19

WASHINGTON, DC — The Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) for International price changes to take effect January 19, 2025. The proposed adjustments were approved by the Governors of the USPS this week.

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From the USPS Board of Governors Decision:

A. Expedited Services

PMEI will be subject to an overall 4.9 percent increase. Commercial Plus prices will be equivalent to Commercial Base.

B. Priority Mail International

The overall increase for Priority Mail International (PMI) will be 4.9 percent. Commercial Plus prices will be equivalent to Commercial Base.

C. International Priority Airmail and International Surface Air Lift

Published prices for International Priority Airmail (IPA) and International Surface Air Lift (ISAL) will increase by 4.9 percent and 28.9 percent, respectively.

D. Airmail M-Bags

The published prices for Airmail M-Bags will remain the same on average and not increase, although a few prices will change slightly.

E. First-Class Package International Service

The overall increase for First-Class Package International Service (FCPIS) prices will be 4.9 percent. Commercial Plus prices will be equivalent to Commercial Base.

F. International Ancillary Services and Special Services

Prices for several international ancillary services will be increased, including a 5.0 percent increase for International Certificate of Mailing, a 10.0 percent decrease for International Insurance, a 4.8 percent increase for International Registered Mail, and a 3.5 percent increase for the Customs and Clearance Delivery Fee.

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