This video explains USPS Global Direct Entry (GDE) compliance and why it matters for international sellers shipping into the U.S. It highlights the risks of using non-compliant marketplace labels and how ShipSavvy provides fully GDE-compliant USPS labels to ensure smooth customs clearance and delivery. Visit USPS website to learn more.
USPS GDE Compliance – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is USPS GDE compliance?
A: GDE stands for Global Direct Entry. It’s a USPS requirement for packages entering the United States from outside the country. These shipments must use special USPS-compliant labels to clear customs properly.
Q: Why is GDE compliance important for sellers?
A: Without GDE-compliant labels, international shipments risk customs delays, returns, or rejection. Many marketplace-issued labels (Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Poshmark, etc.) are domestic-only labels and do not meet GDE requirements.
Q: Do marketplaces provide GDE-compliant labels?
A: Currently, most marketplaces do not consistently provide GDE-compliant labels. Some are in transition, but as of now, sellers should assume marketplace labels are not compliant.
Q: What does ShipSavvy provide?
A: ShipSavvy offers fully GDE-compliant USPS labels directly in the customer portal. This ensures packages are processed seamlessly, avoiding customs issues and delivery delays.
Q: Who needs to pay attention to this?
A: Any seller shipping into the U.S. from outside the country (for example, Canadian or international sellers on Amazon, eBay, Etsy, or Poshmark). Using non-compliant labels increases the risk of shipments being flagged, delayed, or returned.
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