Huge Temporary 8% surcharge on Postal Service packages begins today
Snippet of Article: "...the 8% surcharge on U.S. Postal Service (USPS) packages is scheduled to begin on April 26, 2026, pending final approval from the Postal Regulatory Commission.>
Key Details of the Surcharge:
Amount: 8% across-the-board increase for core package and shipping services.
Effective Dates: April 26, 2026, through January 17, 2027.
Reason: Rising fuel and transportation costs, exacerbated by the conflict in Iran.
Affected Services:
Priority Mail Express
Priority Mail
USPS Ground Advantage
Parcel Select
Unaffected Services: First-Class Stamps and other standard mail services will not be impacted by this specific surcharge. ..."