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The USPS announced a temporary price change for shipping parcels during the holidays, stating the new rates “would cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season"

The new prices will affect Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage and Parcel Select

The postal agency also shared holiday shipping and mailing dates to ensure delivery by Dec. 25

If you're planning to ship packages through the United States Postal Service (USPS) this holiday season, expect to cough up a little extra the next time you visit your post office.

Last month, the USPS announced a temporary price hike on some package services would go into effect Oct. 5, 2025 and last through Jan. 18, 2026. The postal agency explained that the new rates “would cover extra handling c

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