Belize announces resumption of shipments of goods to the United States
BELMOPAN, Belize (CMC)—The Belize Postal Service (BPS) on Friday announced the resumption of all outbound shipments to the United States, effective January 7, following the temporary suspension implemented in August last year.
The suspension became necessary after the United States government enacted Executive Order 14324, which removed the long-standing duty-free threshold for all inbound international shipments.
Under this requirement, all packages entering the United States, regardless of value, are now subject to customs duties and taxes.
The BPS said that to ensure full compliance and to continue offering Belizeans dependable access to US markets, it will now process shipments through the Universal Postal Union’s Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Global Solution.
It said that this “modern and secure system” allows calculation and collection of US duties and taxes prior to shipping, faster customs clearance upon arrival, greater transparency in total shipping costs, reduced delays and fewer returned items, and a smoother, more predictable delivery experience for senders and recipients.
The BPS said that the adoption of the UPU’s DDP solution positions it as a regional leader in compliant international postal logistics and ensures that Belizean businesses, especially micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), retain uninterrupted access to customers in the United States.
“The Belize Postal Service is committed to maintaining secure, reliable, and globally compliant postal services. By implementing the UPU’s Delivered Duty Paid solution, we are not only meeting new US regulatory requirements but also strengthening Belize’s ability to participate in international e-commerce. We thank the public for their patience during this necessary transition,” said Postmaster General, Dr Marsha Price.
The Belize Postal Service said it remains dedicated to connecting Belize with the world, safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with international standards. It is urging customers to contact any BPS branch or contact the customer service office for details about the new DDP process, applicable duties, and shipping documentation requirements.
