On August 29, 2025, the USA ended the “de minimis” exemption that had allowed many low-value international parcels to enter duty-free.
As a result, most packages shipped from abroad can now be subject to customs entries, duties, and additional processing.
At FlightPoint, we ship to the U.S. using Ukrposhta services, either Prime Packages or EMS. Ukrposhta has already adjusted to the new rules and completed the customs clearing process for parcels, including FlightPoint orders.
What This Means For U.S. Customers
You may now see duties or customs fees applied to items that previously arrived duty-free. These fees are set by U.S. Customs and vary depending on the product type and country of origin.
Currently, Ukrposhta uses a system where potential import fees are charged to us as the sender, but how this will affect future parcels is still unclear and subject to rapid changes.
We will keep you updated as new information becomes available.
So far, we haven’t received any reports from U.S. customers about additional import fees. The new process may slightly increase shipping times, but up to now, parcels have been moving through the network without unusual delays.
The most up-to-date shipping terms for the U.S. are always published in Ukrposhta’s official reports.
What We’re Doing To Protect You
When preparing your shipments, we include accurate item descriptions, country of origin, and all required customs information to help U.S. Customs process your order without unnecessary delays.
If you have any specific requests, you can leave a comment with your order during checkout.
The Bottom Line
We’re committed to ensuring your order reaches its final destination smoothly.
We have already delivered multiple orders to the U.S. under the new rules, so you can shop with confidence knowing your package will arrive as promised.
And if you have any questions about the ordering process or customs clearance, we’re here to help.
If you have already received a package from us after Aug 29th, 2025, please share your experience in the comments below.
