International USPS dates for delivery before December 25, 2026
The official USPS table uses one set of dates for every region it lists. First-Class Package International Service and Priority Mail International: Wednesday, December 9, 2026. Priority Mail Express International: Wednesday, December 16, 2026. Customs clearance can add time that a domestic recommendation does not have.
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Domestic dates are on the USPS 2026 page. If you have already missed a date, see the late-shipping notes or the home checker.
At a glance
| International service | Recommended send-by |
|---|---|
| First-Class Package International | Wednesday, December 9, 2026 |
| Priority Mail International | Wednesday, December 9, 2026 |
| Priority Mail Express International | Wednesday, December 16, 2026 |
The official USPS table uses one set of dates for every region it lists. First-Class Package International Service and Priority Mail International: Wednesday, December 9, 2026. Priority Mail Express International: Wednesday, December 16, 2026.
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Customs clearance can add time that a domestic recommendation does not have. Ship earlier when the destination is far from a major city, or when the package needs a customs form.
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Common questions
When should I mail a Priority Mail International package for Christmas 2026?
USPS recommends Wednesday, December 9, 2026, for First-Class Package International Service and Priority Mail International.
What is the Priority Mail Express International date?
Wednesday, December 16, 2026.
Do different countries have different USPS dates on the 2026 table?
On the official 2026 table, every listed region shares those same dates, including Africa, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Australia and New Zealand, Canada, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, Mexico, and the Middle East.
Can customs delay a package after the send-by date?
Yes. Customs clearance can add time. Ship earlier when the destination is far from a major city, or when the package needs a customs form.