This follows the removal of its duty-free exemption policy. The agency cited the United States’ suspension of the duty-free de minimis exemption and the implementation of new customs requirements. It removes the long-standing rule that allowed packages valued at USD 800 (~PHP 46K) or below to enter duty-free. Read more in our articles including "PHLPost suspends shipments to US after removal of duty-free rule" and "Big price hike for POCO phones in PH".
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Jul 1, 2026This follows the removal of its duty-free exemption policy. The agency cited the United States’ suspension of the duty-free de minimis exemption and the implementation of new customs requirements.
It removes the long-standing rule that allowed packages valued at USD 800 (~PHP 46K) or below to enter duty-free.
Our coverage of PHLPost duty free rule includes: "PHLPost suspends shipments to US after removal of duty-free rule"; "Big price hike for POCO phones in PH"; "The Samsung Galaxy Glasses app interface has been leaked". Each article provides unique insights and information.