Belize Postal Service to resume shipments to United States on Jan. 7

The Belize Postal Service (BPS) will resume all outbound shipments to the United States effective January 7, 2026, following a temporary suspension that has been in place since August 2025, the Government of Belize Press Office announced on Wednesday.

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According to BPS, the suspension was implemented after the United States Government enacted Executive Order 14324, which eliminated the long-standing duty-free de minimis threshold for all inbound international shipments. As a result, all packages entering the United States—regardless of value—are now subject to customs duties and taxes.

To ensure compliance with the new U.S. regulations and to restore reliable shipping services, the Belize Postal Service will process all U.S.-bound shipments through the Universal Postal Union’s Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Global Solution. The system allows for the calculation and collection of U.S. duties and taxes before shipping, enabling faster customs clearance, greater transparency in total shipping costs, fewer delays and returned items, and a more predictable delivery process.

BPS said the adoption of the DDP solution positions Belize as a regional leader in compliant international postal logistics and ensures that Belizean businesses—particularly micro, small and medium-sized enterprises—can maintain uninterrupted access to U.S. markets.

Postmaster General Dr Marsha Price said the move reflects the postal service’s commitment to maintaining globally compliant operations. “By implementing the UPU’s Delivered Duty Paid solution, we are not only meeting new U.S. regulatory requirements but also strengthening Belize’s ability to participate in international e-commerce,” she said, while thanking the public for its patience during the transition.

Customers are being encouraged to visit any BPS branch or contact customer service offices for information on the new DDP process, applicable duties, and shipping documentation requirements.

The Belize Postal Service reaffirmed its commitment to connecting Belize with the world in a secure, efficient and fully compliant manner.