Australia Post and India’s Department of Posts have temporarily suspended most international postal services to the United States and its territory Puerto Rico in response to recent changes in US import rules and tariffs.
The suspension, effective from August 25–26, 2025, affects Australian Business Contract, MyPost Business, and Retail customers, while in India, most postal consignments to the US are also halted. In both countries, letters, documents, and gifts valued up to $US100 will continue to be accepted. Customers with parcels no longer eligible for dispatch can apply for refunds.
The move comes after US President Donald Trump issued Executive Order No. 14324, ending the “de minimis” exemption that allowed goods valued under $US800 ($1,233) to enter the US duty-free.
From August 29, all goods sent to the US will face customs duties, and carriers are now required to collect and remit tariffs before items arrive.
Australia Post said the decision mirrors actions taken by other international postal services facing similar challenges. Liberal MP Tim Wilson criticised the suspension, stating, “It is worrying @auspost has suspended mail to the United States. Small business relies on package deliveries and they will pay the price of another perfectly managed relationship with an ally by the Albanese government.”
India’s Department of Posts cited unresolved technical and operational issues as a key reason for the temporary suspension, noting that the US Customs and Border Protection has yet to clarify critical details, including the designation of “qualified parties” for tariff collection.
Both postal services stressed they are monitoring the situation closely and working to resume full operations as soon as possible, while keeping customers informed of developments.
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