The Belize Postal Service (BPS) has officially reinstated all outbound mail and parcel services to the United States effective January 7, 2026, concluding a five-month operational pause that commenced in August 2025. This suspension was a direct response to the United States Government’s implementation of Executive Order 14324, a regulatory shift that eliminated the traditional duty-free exemption for low-value international consignments. The mandate now subjects every parcel entering U.S. territory to applicable customs duties and taxes, irrespective of its declared value.
In a strategic adaptation to these new trans-border trade regulations, the BPS has integrated the Universal Postal Union’s Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Global Solution into its logistical framework. This advanced system necessitates the pre-calculation and pre-payment of all anticipated import levies at the point of shipment origin. This procedural modernization is designed to expedite customs processing within the United States, provide customers with absolute cost transparency at the time of posting, and significantly mitigate the risks of delivery delays or forced returns.
The postal authority asserts that this transition will markedly enhance service reliability and forecasting for its clientele while guaranteeing unwavering adherence to U.S. federal mandates. A pivotal benefit of this change is the sustained and unimpeded access it provides for Belizean micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to their vital customer base in the American market, thereby safeguarding a crucial economic conduit.
Dr. Marsha Price, the Postmaster General, characterized the adoption of the DDP protocol as a testament to the BPS’s dedication to providing secure and internationally compliant postal solutions. She emphasized that this strategic move not only fortifies Belize’s integration into the global e-commerce ecosystem but also future-proofs its export capabilities. Dr. Price extended gratitude to the public for their understanding throughout the service hiatus and operational restructuring.
Consumers and businesses seeking to utilize the resumed service are encouraged to consult with any BPS branch or customer service representative for comprehensive guidance on the revised shipping procedures, including detailed breakdowns of applicable charges and necessary documentation. The BPS has reaffirmed its core mission of fostering safe, efficient, and regulation-compliant global connections for the nation of Belize.