Priority Mail International
6–10 Business Days1 & Flat Rate Pricing2
Priority Mail International® service is a reliable and economical way to ship to more than 180 countries, including Canada, Mexico, and Australia.
- Flat Rate option: Ship using free Flat Rate Boxes and Envelopes (envelopes and small boxes up to 4 lbs, medium and large boxes up to 20 lbs), starting at $30.90.
- Or ship by weight: For packages up to 70 lbs, prices vary by destination country price group and start at $42.95.
ALERT: Canada Post advises that the strike by its employees has ended. However, international mail service to Canada is still suspended. Learn more.
Packages sent to countries that follow European Union (EU) customs rules need more-detailed content descriptions for customs forms. Learn what you need to do.
Features & Pricing
- Fast international delivery time: 6–10 business days1
- Ships to about 180 countries
- May qualify for free Package Pickup3 service at your home or office
- Includes USPS Tracking®4
- Includes (with some exceptions) up to $100 insurance for reconstruction of nonnegotiable documents (such as personal correspondence with no cash value) and up to $200 insurance for merchandise (such as gifts and other goods) to cover loss, damage, or missing contents5
- Except for Priority Mail International Flat Rate pricing, Priority Mail International prices are based on weight and destination country
Weight, Size, & Shape Requirements
- Maximum weight for Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes and Small Flat Rate Boxes is 4 lbs.
- Maximum weight for Medium and Large Priority Mail International Flat Rate Boxes is 20 lbs.
- Maximum weight for packages sent by weight is 70 lbs.
- Some countries have lower weight restrictions.
- When sealing a Flat Rate Envelope or Box, the container flaps must be able to close within the normal folds.
Customs Forms
Note: Packages sent to countries that follow European Union (EU) customs rules need more-detailed content descriptions for customs forms. Learn what you need to do.
When you send international packages using Priority Mail International, your package must have a complete and computer-generated customs form:
- If you use Click-N-Ship® service to print your own postage, it will print a customs form for you.
Print a Label & Customs Form - If you’re paying for your postage at the Post Office, save time: Print your own customs form and bring it with your package to the Post Office.
Create a Customs Form Online - Otherwise, you can bring your package to the Post Office, fill out Form PS 2976-R, and give it to the USPS® retail associate so they can create and print your customs form.
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Priority Mail International Flat Rate Products
Expand All| Free Supplies6 | Shipping Price From* | Dimensions | Great For… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Rate Envelope | $29.66 Commercial Base $30.90 at Post Office™ & Online |
12 1/2″ x 9 1/2″ |
Passports & Passport Applications Documents Manuscripts |
| Window Flat Rate Envelope | $29.66 Commercial Base $30.90 at Post Office & Online |
10″ x 5″ 12 1/2″ x 9 1/2″ |
Pre-addressed Envelopes |
| Small Flat Rate Envelope | $29.66 Commercial Base $30.90 at Post Office & Online |
10″ x 6″ |
Small Documents Oversized Greeting Cards Gift Cards |
| Padded Flat Rate Envelope | $29.66 Commercial Base $30.90 at Post Office & Online |
12 1/2″ x 9 1/2″ |
Clothing Books Boxed Jewelry |
| Legal Flat Rate Envelope | $29.66 Commercial Base $30.90 at Post Office & Online |
15″ x 9 1/2″ |
Legal Documents |
| Small Flat Rate Box | $30.67 Commercial Base $32.20 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 8 11/16″ x 5 7/16″ x 1 3/4″ Inside: 8 5/8″ x 5 3/8″ x 1 5/8″ |
Brochures Small Electronics Accessories |
| DVD Flat Rate Box | $30.67 Commercial Base $32.20 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 8 3/4″ x 5 9/16″ x 7/8″ Inside: 7 9/16″ x 5 7/16″ x 5/8″ |
DVDs CDs |
| Large Video Flat Rate Box | $30.67 Commercial Base $32.20 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 9 7/16″ x 6 7/16″ x 2 3/16″ Inside: 9 1/4″ x 6 1/4″ x 2″ |
VHS Tapes Small Books |
| Medium Flat Rate Box — 1 (top-loading) | $58.06 Commercial Base $61.80 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 11 1/4″ x 8 3/4″ x 6″ Inside: 11″ x 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ |
Office Supplies Shoes Small Electronics |
| Medium Flat Rate Box — 2 (side-loading) | $58.06 Commercial Base $61.80 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 14″ x 12″ x 3 1/2″ Inside: 13 5/8″ x 11 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ |
AV Equipment Clothes |
| Large Flat Rate Box | $70.55 Commercial Base $74.60 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 12 1/4″ x 12 1/4″ x 6″ Inside: 12″ x 12″ x 5 1/2″ |
Laptops Multiple Items |
| Large Flat Rate Board Game Box | $70.55 Commercial Base $74.60 at Post Office & Online |
Outside: 24 1/16″ x 11 7/8″ x 3 1/8″ Inside: 23 11/16″ x 11 3/4″ x 3″ |
Board Games |
* Prices are based on regional destination.
1. For many major markets. Actual number of days may vary based on origin, destination, and customs delays. Back ^ to legal disclaimer 1
2. Up to 20 lbs in the Priority Mail International Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes and up to 4 lbs in Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes and Small Flat Rate Priced Boxes. Back ^ to legal disclaimer 2
3. For details on free Package Pickup, visit Schedule a Pickup. Back ^ to legal disclaimer 3
4. Limitations may apply for certain destinations. Not available for Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes or Small Flat Rate Boxes. Back ^ to legal disclaimer 4
5. See the International Mail Manual for insurance details and maximum amount of insurance allowed by each country. Back ^ to legal disclaimer 5
6. Boxes and envelopes are delivered with your regular mail usually within 7 to 10 business days. Back ^ to legal disclaimer 6