Updated Global Guidance for International Mail

On June 24, 2026, CBP announced the *indefinite suspension* of the "de minimis" administrative exemption under 19 U.S.C. § 1321(a)(2)(C) for imports valued at $800 or less arriving through the international postal network by regulation. See Federal Register [ https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/24/2026-12669/indefinite-suspension-of-the-de-minimis-exemption-for-mail-shipments-and-new-postal-informal-entry ] ("Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail Shipments and New Postal Informal Entry Process). "Most merchandise entering the United States via international mail has not been eligible for the "de minimis "exemption since the exemption was suspended for products of all countries by Executive Order 14324 (July 30, 2025), and international mail shipments have been subject to an interim entry process.   
Effective July 24, 2026, such merchandise must be entered under the new postal informal entry process announced in the Federal Register and detailed in CBP Regulations. This new postal informal entry process is generally applicable to merchandise valued at $2,500 or less that is eligible for informal entry and imported by mail.  
This guidance explains the new process for importing goods by mail valued at $2,500 or less. It covers who can use the process, what information must be submitted, bond and payment requirements, and deadlines.  
Any questions regarding this guidance can be sent to CBPDM@cbp.dhs.gov. 
Related Message Number(s): 66311990 
 * Updated Global Guidance for International Mail-7.7.26.pdf [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/USDHSCBP/2026/07/08/file_attachments/3708650/Updated%20Global%20Guidance%20for%20International%20Mail-7.7.26.pdf ] 
 * International Mail Duty Payment Sheet.xlsx [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/USDHSCBP/2026/07/08/file_attachments/3708633/International%20Mail%20Duty%20Payment%20Sheet.xlsx ]