India, Aug. 23 -- The Indian Department of Posts on Saturday said that the postal services in the US are being temporarily suspended, barring a few exceptions.

"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on 30th July, 2025, under which the duty-free de minimis exemption for goods valued up to USD 800 will be withdrawn with effect from 29th August, 2025," read a statement issued by the Indian government.

The Ministry of Communication said 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.

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