USPS Priority Mail International® Flat Rate: Global Shipping Made Easy

Priority Mail International® is the most reliable and best-priced way to ship packages over four pounds to more than 180 countries across the globe. Ship your package in six to ten business days for a flat rate, or by weight.

Overview of Priority Mail International®

Pricing

Size and weight

 Insurance and services

Pricing

Pricing for USPS First Class Package International depends on where your package is shipping to, but starts at $17 dollars. To calculate your shipping costs, use the USPS International Shipping Calculator and enter your package’s weight, dimensions, and destination. When you use Stamps.com, you can access  discounts rates up to 17%.

Weight, size, and shape requirements

You can use your own box, envelope, or custom packaging. Generally, the maximum weight for packages sent by weight and destination is 70 lbs, with some countries having lower weight restrictions. Or, you can use a  Flat Rate Box.

  • Max weight for Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes and Small Flat Rate Boxes is 4 lbs.
  • Max weight for Medium and Large Priority Mail International Flat Rate Boxes is 20 lbs.
  • Max Length + Girth: 108″ inches

Note: When sealing a Flat Rate Envelope or Box, the container flaps must be able to close within the normal folds.

Insurance and services

Using this service may qualify you for free package pickup at your home or office. Most shipments sent with Priority Mail International get up to $100 insurance for reconstruction of nonnegotiable documents (such as personal correspondence with no cash value) and up to $200 insurance for merchandise ( including gifts and other goods) to cover loss, damage, or missing items. .

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Pro Tips

How fast is Priority Mail International?
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Generally, it takes Priority Mail International six to ten business days. USPS hands off shipments at the border of the destination country before  the local postal service completes the delivery.
When using Priority Mail International, should I ship Flat Rate or by weight?
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It’s more affordable to use Flat Rate boxes if your item is under 20 lbs.
How do I calculate my shipment’s price?
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If you’re not using Flat Rate boxes, input information like weight, size, and destination to calculate your shipment’s price
How much can Stamps.com save me when shipping Priority Mail International?
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Commercial pricing for Priority Mail International will save you up to 12% compared to retail prices. 
Which countries does USPS ship to?
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USPS ships to about 180 countries, and each country may have their own shipping restrictions. View country specific restrictions.

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