parcel post — Cyprus has announced a halt on parcel post to the US, affecting all shipments containing goods. This suspension was confirmed by the postal services on Monday, citing new taxation regulations from the United States.
- For now, Cypriots aiming to send packages to the US will need to seek alternative methods or wait for the resumption of services.
Effective from August 29, the US will implement changes regarding the taxation of incoming parcels. In light of these adjustments, Cyprus has decided to temporarily cease the acceptance of all items for postal services, including EMS, parcels, letter mail, and QuickPost.
The postal services have assured the public that letters and documents will still be processed as usual, allowing for continued communication despite the suspension of goods shipments. However, the suspension will remain in effect until the necessary procedures are clarified and a cooperative agreement is established with airlines.
The announcement has prompted questions among residents and businesses that rely on parcel services to send goods to the US. As the situation evolves, the postal services are expected to provide updates on when normal operations will resume.
For now, Cypriots aiming to send packages to the US will need to seek alternative methods or wait for the resumption of services.