Hey amigos! 📦 Big changes are coming to your favorite online hauls from abroad. Starting August 29, the U.S. is ending its global "de minimis" exemption—aka duty-free treatment for packages under $800. That means more paperwork and potentially extra fees on all those cool goodies you've been eyeing.
In response, postal services from around the world are hitting the pause button on regular parcel deliveries to the U.S. Here's the lowdown:
- India 🇮🇳: India's Ministry of Communications said that from August 25, postal services will only handle letters, documents, and gifts under $100.
- South Korea 🇰🇷: Korea Post announced it will stop accepting most parcels to the U.S. Premium shipping through private carriers is still an option, but it'll cost you more.
- Italy 🇮🇹: Italy's postal service suspended parcel deliveries to the U.S. on August 23, though regular mail without goods is unaffected.
- Europe 🌍: Several other European postal services made similar moves, preparing for the new U.S. rules.
For young shoppers and e-commerce fans, this shake-up means you might see delays, higher costs, or even suspension of your orders. If you've got a wishlist ready, now's the time to check with couriers on their new policies, and maybe grab those deals before August 29!
We'll keep you posted as this story develops. 😉
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Postal services in several countries suspend deliveries to U.S.
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