Australia Post Parcels to the US Resume from Monday

Australia Post has announced the resumption of parcel deliveries to the United States starting Monday, after a suspension caused by changes to US import tariff rules introduced by President Donald Trump.

Why Deliveries Were Suspended

The suspension began on August 26, affecting Business Contract, MyPost Business, and retail customers. Only letters and gifts valued under US$100 were exempt.

Before this date, parcels valued under US$800 (A$1,230) could enter the United States duty-free under the “de minimis” exemption. However, the Trump administration ended this rule, requiring tariffs to be prepaid.

Australia Post was not initially set up to process and collect these tariff payments, forcing the temporary halt of shipments to the US.

Service Resumes

In a statement released Friday, Australia Post confirmed it is now ready to resume deliveries. From Monday, customers—including retail users—will once again be able to send parcels to the United States.

Retail customers can post their parcels via the Post Office network on or before October 7.

Global Postal Services Adjust

Australia Post’s move follows adjustments by other postal services worldwide, which have also had to adapt to the US’s updated tariff requirements.

With systems now in place, parcel deliveries between Australia and the US will return to normal, restoring an important link for businesses and individuals alike.