Australia Post to Resume US Deliveries by September 25

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Australia Post has confirmed it will restart postal services to the United States and its territories by September 25, following a temporary suspension caused by recent changes to US customs and tariff rules.

The pause, which impacted deliveries to places including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands, was a result of new US government import requirements announced in late August. Like more than 190 other global carriers, Australia Post had to halt some services while working on a compliance solution.

Now, by partnering with Zonos, a US Customs and Border Protection–approved provider, Australia Post has created a pathway for its Business Contract and My Post Business customers to resume sending parcels.

Gary Starr, executive general manager for parcels, post and eCommerce, says the company’s priority has been helping exporters regain access to affordable shipping options. “We’ve been working around the clock to find a solution. If we can lift the suspension earlier than September 25, we will.”

While the traditional Post Office network is still being updated to meet the new requirements, commercial export services remain available, and parcels valued under USD $100 continue to be exempt from tariffs.