Regulatory Updates

Six-Digit HS Codes Now Required for International Shipments

Beginning September 1, 2025, the U.S. Postal Service required all international commercial shipments to include a six-digit Harmonized System (HS) code on customs declarations.  While USPS is one of the…
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Plan ahead: Navigating the CUPW strike 

For the latest updates on this ongoing situation, visit our status page. On November 15th, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a national strike, resulting in a total…
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Cross-border Shipping: Tariffs, Duties, and De Minimis Thresholds

Recent changes to U.S. tariffs are reshaping the landscape of cross-border shipping, impacting both the cost and compliance requirements for businesses involved in international trade. We’re monitoring these developments closely…
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Shipping to Canada: Taxes, Duties & Tariffs

Selling internationally doesn’t come without its challenges. Like any other country, Canada has duties, taxes and tariffs you will need to be aware of. If you haven’t gone through the…
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Shipping to Military Bases – Military Mail FAQ

Care packages and letters are some of the best ways to send your loved ones a slice of home when they are deployed abroad. At Stamps.com we often receive questions…
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How to Input VAT/IOSS Numbers Into Customs Forms

Starting July 1, 2021, all commercial goods destined for the European Union (EU) are subject to Value Added Tax (VAT). This applies to deliveries of any value, including those below…
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USPS Service Suspension to Australia

9/15/2021 Update: The USPS has temporarily suspended Priority Mail International shipments to Australia as of September 17, 2021. To avoid disruption, use GlobalPost Standard or Priority Mail Express International to…
Regulatory Updates

New Harmonized Code Requirement Coming March 1

Beginning March 1, 2023, all shipments to and passing through most countries in the EU will need Harmonized System tariff codes, or HS codes, included on customs forms. More detailed…
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USPS Delivery Suspended to Hong Kong

The U.S. Postal Service has TEMPORARILY suspended mail and parcel delivery to Hong Kong due to transportation issues with widespread cancellations and restrictions throughout the Hong Kong territory. Delivery service…
Regulatory Updates

Shipping to Puerto Rico with Stamps.com

You have a package that needs to go to San Juan, Bayamón or Ponce. Not to worry: Stamps.com can offer you guidance on how to best format your addresses for…