The Indian Department of Posts on Saturday announced a temporary suspension of most postal services to the United States of America, starting August 25, 2025, an official statement said on Saturday.

The announcement comes after a recent change in US customs rules.

In an official statement, the govt said, "The Department of Posts has taken note of the Executive Order No. 14324 issued by the U.S. Administration on 30th July, 2025, under which the duty-free de minimis exemption for goods valued up to USD 800 will be withdrawn with effect from 29th August, 2025. Consequently, all international postal items destined for the USA, regardless of their value, shall be subject to customs duties as per the country-specific International Emergency Economic Power Act (IEEPA) tariff framework. However, gift items up to the value of USD 100 shall continue to remain exempt from duties."