Postal services to US temporarily suspended

LACK OF CLARITY ON CUSTOMS RULES

- PRESS TRUST OF INDIA

Postal services to the US have been temporarily suspended as the US-bound air carriers have denied carrying shipments due to lack of clarity in new norms issued by the American customs department, Ministry of Communications said Saturday.

However, services will continue for letters, documents and gift items up to $100.

Under an Executive Order issued by the US administration July 30, 2025, goods valued above $100 will be subject to customs duties in America with effect from August 29 onwards.

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.