Multiple postal operators across Europe are suspending most package shipments to the United States, citing uncertainty, confusion and rising costs linked to forthcoming US customs regulations on low-value imports.
DHL Group, Germany’s largest postal and logistics company, announced it will temporarily stop accepting commercial goods and certain private parcels to the US through postal channels.
The decision follows an executive order signed by US President Donald Trump last month, which sets to abolish the longstanding ‘de minimis’ rule that allowed duty-free imports of low-value goods worth up to $800.
Under the new framework, effective Friday, all imported items will be subject to customs clearance and tariffs. DHL noted, however, that the measure will not affect gifts under $100 exchanged between individuals, if clearly marked as such, nor the mailing of letters and documents, though these may face stricter controls.
Shipments sent via DHL Express will remain available but must undergo standard tariff-based clearance.
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