GlobalPost Introduces USPS Canada DDP Service to Help Avoid Delays and Returns

GlobalPost is excited to announce the launch of USPS Canada Delivered Duties Paid (DDP) service for Stamps.com shipping customers.
USPS Canada DDP allows customers to prepay duties and taxes for their First Class Package International Service parcels to Canada. For a flat fee of $9.95, packages of 4 lbs. or less will be delivered directly to the buyer’s door without having to pay required customs fees upon delivery, or having to travel to the Customs Office to pick up their package.
GlobalPost’s USPS Canada DDP service offers online retailers these great benefits:
Better Customer Experience: With sellers paying DDP, the buyer receives a smooth and easy delivery experience.
Decreased Returns: Shipments that arrive with duties owed face a high rate of refusal, or abandonment, as unhappy consumers refuse to pay the additional costs. When customers refuse a package, the seller typically has to pay the return shipping fees to get the package back.
Increased Sales Conversion: DDP is designed to help online retailers improve their shopping cart conversion rate for Canadian orders. Without DDP, customers are left guessing their total fees and end up abandoning their cart.
Eliminates $9.95 Surcharge: If Canadian duties and taxes are assessed by customs and DDP was not included, Canada Post collects the fees upon delivery, plus an additional $9.95 surcharge. That extra surcharge could end up being a large percentage of the overall product cost, cutting further into the seller’s margin.
How GlobalPost’s USPS Canada DDP service works:
It’s easy. When preparing a First Class Package International Service label to Canada in Stamps.com, open the Duties/Taxes drop down menu and select “Prepay Duties and Taxes.” That’s all there is to it.
Note: If you are using Stamps.com Software for your PC, you must upgrade to the latest version of the software to use Canada DDP. Download now.
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What do I get in the Stamps.com Special Offer?
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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.
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Drop off your shipment 24 hours a day, seven days a week at one of the 60,000 UPS dropoff locations across the United States. This includes UPS Stores, UPS Drop Boxes, CVS, Michaels, and Advanced Auto Parts.
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Does Stamps.com support an ODBC connection to my database?
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Does Stamps.com send out a Shipment Notification email to my recipient?
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Does postage from Stamps.com cost more than postage from the Post Office or UPS?
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What are the UPS 2nd Day Air delivery times?
UPS 2nd Day Air guarantees delivery by the end of the second business day. For time-critical shipments, you can choose UPS 2nd Day Air A.M., which delivers by 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, or 2:00 PM (depending on destination) on the second business day.
I work in a company with multiple locations. Can Stamps.com work for us?
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What are the different types of Flat Rate Envelopes?
Regular, Legal, and Padded
What are the delivery times for UPS Standard?
UPS Standard generally delivers within 1 to 5 business days, with residential deliveries typically occurring between 9 AM and 9 PM. The exact delivery time depends on the distance the package travels and the specific destination.
What are NetStamps
NetStamps are USPS-approved blank labels on which you can print your own stamps. Simply buy postage on Stamps.com, use any printer to print on a NetStamps sheet or roll, and stick the NetStamp to an envelope, postcard, or other First Class Mail.
Is UPS Ground guaranteed
UPS Ground tracking uses a system of scans to update customers on the location and status of their packages as they move through the UPS network. Each package is assigned a unique tracking number, and as it travels, it's scanned at various points, including when it's received, when it's transferred between facilities, and when it's out for delivery.
How much does USPS First Class Package International® cost?
While price varies depending on weight and destination, rates for this service begin at $17 dollars.
What are the UPS 3 Day Select delivery times?
UPS 3 Day Select guarantees delivery by the end of the third business day after the package is picked up, with deliveries typically occurring Monday through Friday. It's a reliable option for shipments that aren't time-critical but need to arrive within a specific timeframe.
What are the UPS Ground Saver delivery times?
UPS Ground Saver typically delivers packages within 2 to 7 business days across the contiguous United States.
What is a USPS SCAN Form, and how is it useful for me?
The Shipment Confirmation Acceptance Notice (SCAN) form ensures that your packages are scanned by the USPS when they are dropped off or picked up by a mail carrier, so your customer can feel confident that their package is on its way.
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What items can be shipped through Media Mail?
Educational materials like books, music, or videos that never include any products or advertising.
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We support all printers from laser and inkjet to high speed thermal printers.
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With USPS, Stamps.com customers have access to Commercial Base, Commercial Plus, Cubic Pricing, and Negotiated Service Agreements. Savings include:
- Up to 16% on all Priority Mail Express® shipments
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- Up to 7% on international shipments
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With UPS, Stamps.com customers get up to 73% off UPS 2nd Day Air® and up to 77% off UPS® Ground Daily Rates.* Plus, many common surcharges are waived, including the residential surcharge for UPS Ground shipments.
*UPS rates are limited to shipping from the continental U.S. only. These rates and discounts exclude shipment origins from Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Alaska. These rates and any applicable discounts are subject to change at any time without notice.
What USPS service should I use if I want to send large envelopes under 15.994 oz, letters up to 3.5 oz, and postcards?
First-Class Mail International®
Why is it easier to ship internationally with Stamps.com?
Stamps.com makes international shipping easy by offering international services from USPS, UPS, and other carriers including GlobalPost. We make customs forms hassle free, so you can complete them online with ou guidance, and simply print to include with your international shipment.
Will my media mail package be checked?
Yes. Your packages may be inspected to ensure compliance, as USPS is very strict about what items qualify for Media Mail.
Will Stamps.com upload tracking numbers to eBay, Amazon, and my Shopping Cart?
After a label is printed, Stamps.com automatically uploads the USPS tracking numbers, order info, and mail class back to the order source, including eBay, Amazon, Etsy, and your shopping cart.