USPS rate increases go into effect July 10, 2022, and for your convenience, we’re providing a summary of some of the most relevant changes below. For full details, please visit USPS.
While First Class Mail rates are increasing, this does not impact rates for First Class Package and most eBay shipments will not see an increase in cost.
We continuously work closely with our carrier partners to provide you with the best shipping rates on eBay Labels. While USPS has posted average increases, please remember the actual change in the rate depends on the weight and zone.
USPS Postage Rates
- Media Mail rates will increase by an average of 9%
- First Class Mail (1 oz.) letter rates will increase two cents from $0.58 to $0.60
- First Class Mail International (1 oz.) letter rates will increase ten cents from $1.30 to $1.40
USPS Special Services
- Priority Mail will now include $100 of insurance free of charge (previously $50 of insurance was provided for free)
- Rate increases for Domestic and International outbound insurance
- Signature confirmation will increase $0.20
eBay Delivery Services
- eBay standard envelope new rate structure:
1 oz: $0.57
2 oz: $0.81
3 oz: $1.05
We encourage you to check the eBay shipping calculator to understand how these changes may impact your shipments, and to leverage the pre-negotiated discounts on eBay Labels for the best possible commercial rates.
Smart Ship Tip: Save up to 15% when you ship with eBay international standard delivery – includes protection up to $100, offers better tracking visibility, and includes late delivery protections for standards, service metrics, and feedback.
Smart Ship Tip: eBay standard envelope is still our recommended, low-cost solution for qualifying trading cards, coins & paper money, postcards and stamps and provides integrated tracking and shipping protections.
As always, thank you for selling on eBay.
The Shipping Team
