Pricing & Classification DMM Advisory
October 16, 2018
2018 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for International Mail
The Postal Service recommends the following international mailing and shipping deadlines for expected delivery by Dec. 25.
| International Mail Addressed To | Global Express Guaranteed® (GXG®)* | Priority Mail Express International® (PMEI) | Priority Mail International® (PMI) | First-Class Package International Service® (FCPIS®) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | Dec. 19 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 1 | Dec. 1 |
| Asia/Pacific Rim | Dec. 19 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
| Australia/New Zealand | Dec. 20 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
| Canada | Dec. 20 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
| Caribbean | Dec. 20 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
| Central & South America | Dec. 18 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 1 | Dec. 1 |
| Mexico | Dec. 19 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
| Europe | Dec. 20 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
| Middle East | Dec. 20 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 8 |
*GXG Notes 1) Cutoff date does not take into account time needed for customs clearance 2) Should allocate extra transit day(s) for delivery outside major cities.
Some restrictions apply. The dates shown above are for estimated delivery before December 25 and do not serve as a guarantee. Actual delivery dates may vary depending on origin, destination, overseas customs clearance, Post Office acceptance date and time, and other conditions.