A new rule from the United States government has led 25 countries to suspend sending packages to the US, according to the United Nations postal agency.
These countries are reacting to a US decision to remove a tax break on small parcels entering the country, effective from August 29. The rule change has prompted postal services in nations such as France, Germany, India, and Australia to stop accepting most packages headed to the US.
The UN’s Universal Postal Union confirmed the suspensions. It said:
“Postal operators of 25 member countries… have suspended their outbound postal services to the US, citing uncertainties specifically related to transit services. These suspensions will remain in place pending further information on how US authorities will operationalise … their announced measures.”
Countries are waiting to understand how the new rule will be implemented before resuming mail service to the US.
The change intensifies concerns about global trade and personal exchanges. For individuals and businesses who rely on sending small parcels internationally—like gifts, documents, or online purchases—this disruption may drive up costs and cause delays.
More updates are expected once the affected countries and the US clarify how packages will be handled after August 29.
