{"id":246865,"date":"2024-01-18T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/?p=246865"},"modified":"2025-11-13T15:17:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T15:17:19","slug":"globalpost-the-answer-for-possible-usps-international-shipping-disruptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/article\/globalpost-the-answer-for-possible-usps-international-shipping-disruptions\/","title":{"rendered":"GlobalPost: The Answer For Possible USPS International Shipping Disruptions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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International shipping<\/a> should never be a hindrance for small businesses. That\u2019s why Stamps.com offers GlobalPost as a carrier option for our customers! GlobalPost<\/a> is committed to modernizing and simplifying the international shipping process<\/a>, so your small business can focus on expanding to other markets with ease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Available GlobalPost services <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GlobalPost<\/a> provides Stamps.com merchants with two carrier service options: GlobalPost International Economy and GlobalPost International Standard. Each of these services comes with its own set of benefits, including tracking.<\/a> GlobalPost International Economy shipments can be tracked up to clearing US customs, and GlobalPost International Standard shipments can be tracked throughout their entire journey. A breakdown of each service can be found in the table below.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/td>GlobalPost International Economy<\/strong><\/td>GlobalPost International Standard <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Weight Limit Per Package <\/strong><\/td>4.4 pounds<\/td>Up to 70 pounds <\/td><\/tr>
Package Types<\/strong> <\/td>Flats up to 16 ounces and Packages up to 4.4 pounds* <\/td>Packages up to 70 pounds*<\/td><\/tr>
Transit<\/strong><\/td>10-14 days <\/td>8-12 days <\/td><\/tr>
Tracking<\/strong><\/td>Door-to-country<\/td>Door-to-door<\/td><\/tr>
Max Value of Goods <\/strong><\/td>$400<\/td>Varies by country<\/td><\/tr>
Free Coverage <\/strong><\/td>Not included <\/td>Up to $100 in loss or damages, plus shipping cost <\/td><\/tr>
Duties and Taxes<\/strong><\/td>Paid by buyer <\/td>Paid by buyer <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Note: <\/em>Weights<\/em><\/a> are rounded to the nearest pound, so packages over the weights listed will be considered too heavy for these services. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canada DDP <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, merchants using Stamps.com can use Canada DDP<\/a> for shipments to Canada. Canada DDP allows you to pay a flat fee of $9.95 for Priority Mail International\u00ae, Priority Mail Express International\u00ae, and USPS First Class Mail<\/a> International\u00ae shipments, so your customers don\u2019t have to pay taxes and duties when a shipment arrives. You also won\u2019t need to print separate customs forms; just include all of the information needed when purchasing your label!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: Flat Rate boxes can\u2019t be used with Canada DDP. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GlobalPost features and benefits <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GlobalPost works with an extensive network of partners to find the best route for your package and take the stress off merchants and customers alike. Additionally, GlobalPost provides merchants with a Free HS Code Classification Service; as long as all of the correct information is entered with your shipment, GlobalPost will automatically include the HS codes<\/a> for products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When using GlobalPost, you\u2019ll also have access to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n