Saturday, August 23, 2025

India | Postal services to US temporarily suspended amid lack of clarity on American customs rules

"...services will continue for letters, documents and gift items up to USD 100 ...As per the Executive Order, transport carriers delivering shipments through the international postal network, or other “qualified parties” approved by the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), are required to collect and remit duties on postal shipments.

“While CBP issued certain guidelines on August 15, several critical processes relating to the designation of “qualified parties” and mechanisms for duty collection and remittance remain undefined. Consequently, US-bound air carriers have expressed their inability to accept postal consignments after August 25, citing lack of operational and technical readiness,” a statement from the ministry said...."    


This Article is From: www.tribuneindia.com


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