USPS: New International First-Class Label Format
For First-Class International labels, all customs forms are sent electronically, and no forms will be printed. When you process your first First-Class International label, you may be presented with the following screen notifying you of the updated label format.
Checking the Don't show this again checkbox will prevent the notification from displaying again in the future.
Example Stamps.com Label:
Example Endicia Label:
If you would like the convenience of Electronic Customs Forms for all of your international shipments through Stamps.com, please reach out to one of our Customer Care representatives in St. Louis. We will contact Stamps.com on your behalf, and they will enable this service for all of your international USPS prints.
FedEx - Active Service Disruptions: Middle East Service Update
We continue to evaluate the situation in the Middle East. FedEx has resumed pickup and delivery services across the Middle East, where it is safe to do so and in line with local guidance. Customers shipping to or from the region may experience extended transit times.
The safety and security of our team members is our top priority, alongside our commitment to providing the best possible service for our customers. We are closely monitoring the situation and operating according to guidance from local authorities.
For the latest shipment status information, track your shipment at fedex.com. Please continue to check this page for updates.
Consistent with the provisions of the FedEx Service Guide, affected shipments are not eligible for a refund or credit under the Money-Back Guarantee policy.
Russia and Belarus Service Suspension
All Russian and Belarusian FedEx International services continue to be suspended until further notice.
Initially reported February 24, 2022; Last confirmed January 26, 2026.
USPS International Shipping Update: HS Codes Required
As of September 1, 2025, the U.S. Postal Service will require all international commercial shipments to include a six-digit Harmonized System (HS) code on customs declarations for each item, regardless of mail class.
The HS code system, created by the World Customs Organization, is used by customs authorities worldwide to classify goods and assess tariffs. This update aligns USPS mailing standards with new Universal Postal Union (UPU) regulations, also taking effect Sept 1, requiring all member countries to enforce six-digit HS codes for commercial goods.
For a full list of Harmonization Codes, use the Harmonized Tariff Schedule search.
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