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Oct, Tue, 2019
International Shipping and Mailing

International Shipping and Mailing Changes

Big Changes are coming in international shipping and mailing. The last Extraordinary Postal Congress ended with a compromise known as Option 5. The new deal that will allow the USPS to set its own postal rates starting in July of 2020. The other 191 countries will start setting their rates the following year, and there will be another five years of rate changes to follow. Perhaps you’re wondering what this may mean for your business’s international mailing rates. Inevitably things are going to change, and for the first year it may be a great boost to US eCommerce businesses. But what about when other countries start changing their rates too?

New UPU Agreement Good for USPS

First and foremost, the new UPU agreement will certainly help the USPS and US eCommerce business who have both been losing business to Chinese companies. China has long benefited from low labor costs, a lack of intellectual property rights, and mail service largely subsidized by importing countries. The USPS has been losing roughly $1 on every eCommerce package from China. US companies have been paying higher rates to ship domestically than their Chinese competitors have to ship internationally from China. Under the new agreement importers are able to charge up 70% of the domestic rate initially continuing up to 80% in the future. This should make it more expensive for Chinese importers to send goods to other developed countries. But what does this mean for consumers?

US Consumers Will Be Paying More

In short, everything will cost US consumers more. Products from China will see not only increased prices from higher tariffs but also increased international shipping and mailing rates. This makes domestic products more competitively priced, but there are some things that just aren’t made in the US. Ideally, this leads to more US manufacturing, but already US importers are warehousing foreign manufactured goods and mailing them at the domestic rate. Chinese companies have been offsetting increasing costs by devaluing their currency and could potentially ship from neighboring countries subject to lower rates and lower tariffs. So, in the short term, Americans are going to pay more for products they’ve been buying affordably for years. But what about US exporters?

US Exporters Rates Increase

US exporters have seen increasing rates for decades. Worst of all, retaliatory tariffs from foreign countries have driven international shipping and mailing costs up even more. Hopefully, they’ll see some relief in 2020. The new postal agreement levels the playing field a little for companies wanting to expand overseas. Also, thanks to the increasing strength of the US dollar some international shipping and mailing costs have gone down. Lastly, there are some alternative shipping and mailing methods that US businesses can take advantage of.

Alternative International Shipping and Mailing Services

The most affordable alternative for international shipping and mailing is using a direct entry service. Using a network of international mailing hubs to directly enter mail into the postal systems of foreign countries you can take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost. The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch. While there are some uncertainties on the way, savvy business owners can always find a way to save money.  If you would like to learn more about some money saving options please visit us at AtlasIntlMail.com or call 800-852-0889

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International Shipping and Mailing

International Shipping and Mailing Changes

Big Changes are coming in international shipping and mailing. The last Extraordinary Postal Congress ended with a compromise known as Option 5. The new deal that will allow the USPS to set its own postal rates starting in July of 2020. The other 191 countries will start setting their rates the following year, and there will be another five years of rate changes to follow. Perhaps you’re wondering what this may mean for your business’s international mailing rates. Inevitably things are going to change, and for the first year it may be a great boost to US eCommerce businesses. But what about when other countries start changing their rates too?

New UPU Agreement Good for USPS

First and foremost, the new UPU agreement will certainly help the USPS and US eCommerce business who have both been losing business to Chinese companies. China has long benefited from low labor costs, a lack of intellectual property rights, and mail service largely subsidized by importing countries. The USPS has been losing roughly $1 on every eCommerce package from China. US companies have been paying higher rates to ship domestically than their Chinese competitors have to ship internationally from China. Under the new agreement importers are able to charge up 70% of the domestic rate initially continuing up to 80% in the future. This should make it more expensive for Chinese importers to send goods to other developed countries. But what does this mean for consumers?

US Consumers Will Be Paying More

In short, everything will cost US consumers more. Products from China will see not only increased prices from higher tariffs but also increased international shipping and mailing rates. This makes domestic products more competitively priced, but there are some things that just aren’t made in the US. Ideally, this leads to more US manufacturing, but already US importers are warehousing foreign manufactured goods and mailing them at the domestic rate. Chinese companies have been offsetting increasing costs by devaluing their currency and could potentially ship from neighboring countries subject to lower rates and lower tariffs. So, in the short term, Americans are going to pay more for products they’ve been buying affordably for years. But what about US exporters?

US Exporters Rates Increase

US exporters have seen increasing rates for decades. Worst of all, retaliatory tariffs from foreign countries have driven international shipping and mailing costs up even more. Hopefully, they’ll see some relief in 2020. The new postal agreement levels the playing field a little for companies wanting to expand overseas. Also, thanks to the increasing strength of the US dollar some international shipping and mailing costs have gone down. Lastly, there are some alternative shipping and mailing methods that US businesses can take advantage of.

Alternative International Shipping and Mailing Services

The most affordable alternative for international shipping and mailing is using a direct entry service. Using a network of international mailing hubs to directly enter mail into the postal systems of foreign countries you can take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost. The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch. While there are some uncertainties on the way, savvy business owners can always find a way to save money.  If you would like to learn more about some money saving options please visit us at AtlasIntlMail.com or call 800-852-0889

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Apr, Thu, 2019
Postal Remuneration Boring but Important

UPU Postal Remuneration is Boring but Important

Another meeting of the UPU on postal remuneration of terminal dues occurred April 9th. Most likely, you didn’t hear about it. Often times the UPU is not that interesting, but whats happening now could change eCommerce and the global economy for years to come. The UPU (Universal Postal Union) coordinates postal policies of 192 countries. The UPU uses postal remuneration to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are placed in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the U.S. actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally from less developed countries like… China?

The USPS is Subsidizing Chinese eCommerce

The UPU categorizes China as a developing country entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the world’s largest exporter and the second largest economy in the world. The deluge of eCommerce packages from China is costing the USPS, Canada Post, and other international postal services too much. Mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a domestic service. At the same time, local companies are losing business because they cannot compete with the subsidized postal costs their Chinese competitors benefit from.

The U.S. Will Leave the UPU

The United States must find the UPU Postal Remuneration boring too. Last Year, the U.S. informed the UPU of its decision to withdraw effective 1/1/2020. No doubt, this got the attention of the UPU. An extraordinary postal congress happened September of 2018 with a second meeting this week and another scheduled this September. If a resolution is not found, the US would unilaterally set postal rates for packages entering the United States or increase tariffs again. The postal services and local businesses of countries continue to lose money on eCommerce packages from AliBaba, Ebay, Wish, etc. The USPS loses about $1 on every eCommerce package arriving from China. If a resolution is not found, the impact to the postal systems of the world and global trade will suffer. Imagine the largest economy in the world setting the postal rates of their biggest competitor.

Another Boring UPU Meeting that will Impact the Global Economy

Again, there was another boring UPU meeting this week. So what happened at the meeting? In short, not enough. There are three options being weighed by 192 countries with a vote coming this September. First, allow member countries to self-declare postal rates. Second, accelerate rate increases already approved by the UPU. Finally, the third option that also adopts self-declared rates as its basis, but with elements aimed at mitigating undue price impacts. The next postal remuneration meeting planned September 23-24, impacts every country.  Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences. For the USPS, leaving the UPU means negotiating individual postal agreements with every country in the world. That’s a logistical nightmare, in a boring sort of way. 

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Postal Remuneration Boring but Important

UPU Postal Remuneration is Boring but Important

Another meeting of the UPU on postal remuneration of terminal dues occurred April 9th. Most likely, you didn’t hear about it. Often times the UPU is not that interesting, but whats happening now could change eCommerce and the global economy for years to come. The UPU (Universal Postal Union) coordinates postal policies of 192 countries. The UPU uses postal remuneration to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are placed in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the U.S. actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally from less developed countries like… China?

The USPS is Subsidizing Chinese eCommerce

The UPU categorizes China as a developing country entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the world’s largest exporter and the second largest economy in the world. The deluge of eCommerce packages from China is costing the USPS, Canada Post, and other international postal services too much. Mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a domestic service. At the same time, local companies are losing business because they cannot compete with the subsidized postal costs their Chinese competitors benefit from.

The U.S. Will Leave the UPU

The United States must find the UPU Postal Remuneration boring too. Last Year, the U.S. informed the UPU of its decision to withdraw effective 1/1/2020. No doubt, this got the attention of the UPU. An extraordinary postal congress happened September of 2018 with a second meeting this week and another scheduled this September. If a resolution is not found, the US would unilaterally set postal rates for packages entering the United States or increase tariffs again. The postal services and local businesses of countries continue to lose money on eCommerce packages from AliBaba, Ebay, Wish, etc. The USPS loses about $1 on every eCommerce package arriving from China. If a resolution is not found, the impact to the postal systems of the world and global trade will suffer. Imagine the largest economy in the world setting the postal rates of their biggest competitor.

Another Boring UPU Meeting that will Impact the Global Economy

Again, there was another boring UPU meeting this week. So what happened at the meeting? In short, not enough. There are three options being weighed by 192 countries with a vote coming this September. First, allow member countries to self-declare postal rates. Second, accelerate rate increases already approved by the UPU. Finally, the third option that also adopts self-declared rates as its basis, but with elements aimed at mitigating undue price impacts. The next postal remuneration meeting planned September 23-24, impacts every country.  Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences. For the USPS, leaving the UPU means negotiating individual postal agreements with every country in the world. That’s a logistical nightmare, in a boring sort of way. 

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Feb, Thu, 2019
Neighbourhood Mail Every Door Direct Mail in Canada

Neighbourhood Mail Every Door Direct Mail in Canada

Neighbourhood Mail is Canada’s version of the USPS services Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) but more affordable than international USPS services. Similar to EDDM, this unaddressed admail product is a Canada saturation mail service that provides unsurpassed coverage to urban and rural markets. Even more Canada’s Neighbourhood Mail reaches almost 16 million targeted addresses available from Canada Post. Delivery speed is between 5-12 business days and selected by mail carrier route.

Neighbourhood Mail is Unaddressed Admail & Canada Saturation Mail

Canada Post’s database provides geographic, demographic, and lifestyle data to target mailings of neighbourhoods that have the highest potential audience. Neighbourhood Mail, formerly Unaddressed Admail, uses Canada Post’s database to ensure effective Canada saturation mail service results. Atlas International Mail provides direct entry into Canada Post at low Canada postage costs. As a result, this targeted approach saves you money versus international USPS rates and maximizes your return on Investment.

So What Qualifies as Neighbourhood Mail?

To qualify for the service your mailing must consist of unaddressed admail without a specific destination. The mailing must mail in Canada and meet the minimum 200 piece volume requirement. Volume also requires mailings to a complete distribution of one route; or the complete distribution to only houses, apartments, farms, businesses, or any combination, on a given route. Some examples of Neighbourhood Mail include:

• brochures • community newspapers • flyers • product samples • postcards
• inserts and enclosures • single sheets • catalogues • coupons • magazines
• CDs and DVDs • envelopes • newspapers • promotional materials

Sending Canada Saturation Mail with Atlas

Above all we make mailing to Canada easy and affordable.  Atlas International Mail provides direct entry into Canada Post from a full service Canadian mail facility located in Ontario, Canada. As a result we can offer quick delivery for up to 50% less than international USPS rates. You also get easy same day pickup, and we complete all required customs documentation. Also thanks to a strong US dollar, rates to Canada continue to improve. Finally, Atlas never make you sign contracts, charges hidden fees,  or fuel surcharges.  So Contact Us today and drastically reduce your Canada mailing costs.

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Neighbourhood Mail Every Door Direct Mail in Canada

Neighbourhood Mail is Canada’s version of the USPS services Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) but more affordable than international USPS services. Similar to EDDM, this unaddressed admail product is a Canada saturation mail service that provides unsurpassed coverage to urban and rural markets. Even more Canada’s Neighbourhood Mail reaches almost 16 million targeted addresses available from Canada Post. Delivery speed is between 5-12 business days and selected by mail carrier route.

Neighbourhood Mail is Unaddressed Admail & Canada Saturation Mail

Canada Post’s database provides geographic, demographic, and lifestyle data to target mailings of neighbourhoods that have the highest potential audience. Neighbourhood Mail, formerly Unaddressed Admail, uses Canada Post’s database to ensure effective Canada saturation mail service results. Atlas International Mail provides direct entry into Canada Post at low Canada postage costs. As a result, this targeted approach saves you money versus international USPS rates and maximizes your return on Investment.

So What Qualifies as Neighbourhood Mail?

To qualify for the service your mailing must consist of unaddressed admail without a specific destination. The mailing must mail in Canada and meet the minimum 200 piece volume requirement. Volume also requires mailings to a complete distribution of one route; or the complete distribution to only houses, apartments, farms, businesses, or any combination, on a given route. Some examples of Neighbourhood Mail include:

• brochures • community newspapers • flyers • product samples • postcards
• inserts and enclosures • single sheets • catalogues • coupons • magazines
• CDs and DVDs • envelopes • newspapers • promotional materials

Sending Canada Saturation Mail with Atlas

Above all we make mailing to Canada easy and affordable.  Atlas International Mail provides direct entry into Canada Post from a full service Canadian mail facility located in Ontario, Canada. As a result we can offer quick delivery for up to 50% less than international USPS rates. You also get easy same day pickup, and we complete all required customs documentation. Also thanks to a strong US dollar, rates to Canada continue to improve. Finally, Atlas never make you sign contracts, charges hidden fees,  or fuel surcharges.  So Contact Us today and drastically reduce your Canada mailing costs.

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Jan, Thu, 2019
USPS Rate Increase for 2019

Another USPS Rate Increase for 2019

As expected, there will be another USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Unfortunately, retail international mail rates are increasing by almost 4% in 2019. This is the 4th increase in the last 2 years. Fortunately, reliable, lower cost mailing alternatives are already in place. Atlas International Mail has mailing alternatives in place to save our customers money and bypass the USPS altogether.

The Alternative: Bypass the USPS

Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place. You can bypass the USPS with our affordable mailing alternatives. Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide; and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the USPS rate increase for 2019 and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

Alternative 1: Priority Standard International

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, France, Great Britain, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Mexico, Brazil, Czech Republic, and Hungary. The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Alternative 2: Priority Lettermail International

Another of our alternative mailing services uses a combination of first class mail and priority standard mail. The mail is sent through a variety of different postal systems across the globe, and it is especially effective in Europe and Asia. As a result, delivery speed is 7 to 14 days worldwide. The service is similar to the USPS’s IPA and ISAL services.  The postage rates however; are substantially less than the USPS rate increase for 2019 .

Direct Entry Mailing Alternatives

Atlas International takes advantage of the strong US Dollar and utilizes a network of International directly points to mail worldwide at much lower postage than traditional USPS service rates. Our direct entry network deposits mail directly into many international postal systems, and we offer free personalized consulting services for every customer, ensuring fast and affordable mailings. There are never any contracts to sign, hidden fees, or fuel charges. Avoid the extra costs from the USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Contact us for a free mailing consultation info@atlas-mail.com or call 800-852-0889.

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USPS Rate Increase for 2019

Another USPS Rate Increase for 2019

As expected, there will be another USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Unfortunately, retail international mail rates are increasing by almost 4% in 2019. This is the 4th increase in the last 2 years. Fortunately, reliable, lower cost mailing alternatives are already in place. Atlas International Mail has mailing alternatives in place to save our customers money and bypass the USPS altogether.

The Alternative: Bypass the USPS

Atlas International Mail already has solutions in place. You can bypass the USPS with our affordable mailing alternatives. Our network of international mailing hubs enables us to directly enter your mailing in to the postal systems of foreign countries. We take advantage of unique postage savings opportunities offered by each postal administration and strategically dispatch your international mailing quickly at a significantly lower cost than IPA and ISAL. Delivery is comparable to ISAL and IPA, averaging 5-14 business days, worldwide; and the cost is substantially less expensive than USPS IPA and ISAL rates. As a result, you avoid the USPS rate increase for 2019 and get a reliable and affordable replacement service.

Alternative 1: Priority Standard International

Atlas International Mail’s Priority Standard International (PSI) service provides worldwide delivery through a variety of International direct mail entry hubs. Atlas deposits our clients’ mailings directly into many international postal systems including: Australia, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, France, Great Britain, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Mexico, Brazil, Czech Republic, and Hungary. The service also gives your mailing campaign the benefit of having a local or regional touch, and we are regularly adding new direct entry points.

Alternative 2: Priority Lettermail International

Another of our alternative mailing services uses a combination of first class mail and priority standard mail. The mail is sent through a variety of different postal systems across the globe, and it is especially effective in Europe and Asia. As a result, delivery speed is 7 to 14 days worldwide. The service is similar to the USPS’s IPA and ISAL services.  The postage rates however; are substantially less than the USPS rate increase for 2019 .

Direct Entry Mailing Alternatives

Atlas International takes advantage of the strong US Dollar and utilizes a network of International directly points to mail worldwide at much lower postage than traditional USPS service rates. Our direct entry network deposits mail directly into many international postal systems, and we offer free personalized consulting services for every customer, ensuring fast and affordable mailings. There are never any contracts to sign, hidden fees, or fuel charges. Avoid the extra costs from the USPS Rate Increase for 2019. Contact us for a free mailing consultation info@atlas-mail.com or call 800-852-0889.

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Dec, Tue, 2018
ePacket Service Save Retailers to International Customers

ePacket Service

Above all ePacket service is designed for eCommerce companies as a way to send lightweight, inexpensive items at an affordable price. The ePackets most of us are familiar with are delivered from China at unbelievably low costs, but ePacket discounts are available for American companies too. Similarly, US retailers can send ePackets to the majority of the largest economies in the world. As a result of it’s popularity the services is currently available to 36 countries, and it continues to expand every year.

Save Retailers time and Money

Certainly, ePacket service is the most cost effective service for internet retailers.  Even more, all customs documentation is ready for export, and the required labels are applied. Another benefit is that shipments are tracked all the way to your customer’s door, and delivery speed averages just 4-7 business days.  Also, your international customers can track their ePackets at no cost through the USPS. Even more, undeliverables are returned for free, allowing retailers to refund customers if they don’t receive their package.

ePacket Requirements to International Customers

Because ePacket service is designed for small packages their are some requirements. So, the packages can weigh no more than 4.4 pounds or 2 kilos, and the shipping costs are based on the package weight. Also, they must have a value less than $400.00. Furthermore, the maximum length is 24″, the minimum requires the package be large enough for postage, address, and customs forms, and  the total of length, height, and thickness cannot exceed 36″. The service is currently available to US retailers mailing to:

  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • Croatia
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungary
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Korea (South)
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Russia
  • Singapore
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • United Kingdom

Volume ePacket Discounts are Available

Another reason the service is so popular is that volume ePacket discounts are available and start at only 30 pieces. Likewise, all the tracking and custom’s benefits retain at lower mailing costs.  New countries test the ePacket service every year, and more countries will likely join soon. Also with Atlas, free same day pickup is available for US and Canadian companies.

Finally, if you have questions or don’t see the country you are looking for contact Atlas International for a free consultation 800-852-0889 or info@atlas-mail.com

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ePacket Service Save Retailers to International Customers

ePacket Service

Above all ePacket service is designed for eCommerce companies as a way to send lightweight, inexpensive items at an affordable price. The ePackets most of us are familiar with are delivered from China at unbelievably low costs, but ePacket discounts are available for American companies too. Similarly, US retailers can send ePackets to the majority of the largest economies in the world. As a result of it’s popularity the services is currently available to 36 countries, and it continues to expand every year.

Save Retailers time and Money

Certainly, ePacket service is the most cost effective service for internet retailers.  Even more, all customs documentation is ready for export, and the required labels are applied. Another benefit is that shipments are tracked all the way to your customer’s door, and delivery speed averages just 4-7 business days.  Also, your international customers can track their ePackets at no cost through the USPS. Even more, undeliverables are returned for free, allowing retailers to refund customers if they don’t receive their package.

ePacket Requirements to International Customers

Because ePacket service is designed for small packages their are some requirements. So, the packages can weigh no more than 4.4 pounds or 2 kilos, and the shipping costs are based on the package weight. Also, they must have a value less than $400.00. Furthermore, the maximum length is 24″, the minimum requires the package be large enough for postage, address, and customs forms, and  the total of length, height, and thickness cannot exceed 36″. The service is currently available to US retailers mailing to:

  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • Croatia
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungary
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Korea (South)
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Russia
  • Singapore
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • United Kingdom

Volume ePacket Discounts are Available

Another reason the service is so popular is that volume ePacket discounts are available and start at only 30 pieces. Likewise, all the tracking and custom’s benefits retain at lower mailing costs.  New countries test the ePacket service every year, and more countries will likely join soon. Also with Atlas, free same day pickup is available for US and Canadian companies.

Finally, if you have questions or don’t see the country you are looking for contact Atlas International for a free consultation 800-852-0889 or info@atlas-mail.com

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Also, you can follow the links above, and learn more about Atlas’s services. Atlas International Mail has been in business since 1990 and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

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Oct, Thu, 2018
Leaving the UPU Universal Postal Union

The USA is Leaving the UPU (Universal Postal Union)

The White House announced it is leaving a 144 year old global postal agreement due to the current trade war with China. China benefits from significantly lower postage costs thanks to a decades old agreement to help poor and developing nations with lower postage rates. China is now the second largest economy in the world, and China should no longer be classified as a poor or developing country. Something must be done to level the playing field, but leaving the UPU only stands to isolate the US.  Many other countries, including all US allies, are facing the same inequities and are working with the UPU to negotiate fair terminal dues. With the US withdrawing, China now has one less party voting for a fair deal.

Leaving the UPU May Severely Damage the USPS

For the USPS, leaving the UPU would mean negotiating individual postal agreements with 190 countries. The US withdrawal from the UPU gives the USPS 12 months to do that. Negotiating on our own rather than collectively with other countries would likely lead to higher export prices. It’s a logistical nightmare waiting to happen, and the USPS will bear the brunt of it. The USPS has been losing money delivering below-cost items from China, but it may get worse. They may lose the international business altogether to private delivery companies like FedEx and UPS. These private companies were influential in the White House’s decision to withdraw from the UPU. The private companies already have negotiated rates in place to take shares of the multi-billion dollar business. They stand to benefit at the expense of the United States Postal Service.

Trade War with China

Leaving the UPU may just be another threat in order to garner attention to an ongoing issue, the trade war with China.  The White House has been withdrawing the US from international agreements at an alarming rate. (NAFTA, The Trans-Pacific Partnership, The Iran deal, Treaty of Amity, The Paris Climate Accords, UNESCO, International Coffee Agreement, Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty …) New agreements have been made with small concessions, and newly established agreements are the same long standing agreements branded differently. Perhaps this will be another aggrandizing move that changes little or nothing, but there is a lot at stake.

One Year to Create New Postal Agreements

Withdrawing from the UPU will take a year. This is not enough time to create 190 bilateral postal agreements with all the countries of the world, but it is certainly enough time, along with our allies in the rest of the world, to negotiate fair terminal dues with China. Withdrawing from the UPU will only benefit a few large private delivery companies (UPS, FedEx, DHL.) The costs to US businesses that ship overseas, US consumers, and the USPS are too great to risk. The US is one of the founding members of the UPU, a union of nearly every country in the world that has benefited billions for 144 years. Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences, and it only stands to benefit a small amount of people. Diplomacy is the best solution for America. Along with our allies, we need to negotiate a better deal.

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Leaving the UPU Universal Postal Union

The USA is Leaving the UPU (Universal Postal Union)

The White House announced it is leaving a 144 year old global postal agreement due to the current trade war with China. China benefits from significantly lower postage costs thanks to a decades old agreement to help poor and developing nations with lower postage rates. China is now the second largest economy in the world, and China should no longer be classified as a poor or developing country. Something must be done to level the playing field, but leaving the UPU only stands to isolate the US.  Many other countries, including all US allies, are facing the same inequities and are working with the UPU to negotiate fair terminal dues. With the US withdrawing, China now has one less party voting for a fair deal.

Leaving the UPU May Severely Damage the USPS

For the USPS, leaving the UPU would mean negotiating individual postal agreements with 190 countries. The US withdrawal from the UPU gives the USPS 12 months to do that. Negotiating on our own rather than collectively with other countries would likely lead to higher export prices. It’s a logistical nightmare waiting to happen, and the USPS will bear the brunt of it. The USPS has been losing money delivering below-cost items from China, but it may get worse. They may lose the international business altogether to private delivery companies like FedEx and UPS. These private companies were influential in the White House’s decision to withdraw from the UPU. The private companies already have negotiated rates in place to take shares of the multi-billion dollar business. They stand to benefit at the expense of the United States Postal Service.

Trade War with China

Leaving the UPU may just be another threat in order to garner attention to an ongoing issue, the trade war with China.  The White House has been withdrawing the US from international agreements at an alarming rate. (NAFTA, The Trans-Pacific Partnership, The Iran deal, Treaty of Amity, The Paris Climate Accords, UNESCO, International Coffee Agreement, Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty …) New agreements have been made with small concessions, and newly established agreements are the same long standing agreements branded differently. Perhaps this will be another aggrandizing move that changes little or nothing, but there is a lot at stake.

One Year to Create New Postal Agreements

Withdrawing from the UPU will take a year. This is not enough time to create 190 bilateral postal agreements with all the countries of the world, but it is certainly enough time, along with our allies in the rest of the world, to negotiate fair terminal dues with China. Withdrawing from the UPU will only benefit a few large private delivery companies (UPS, FedEx, DHL.) The costs to US businesses that ship overseas, US consumers, and the USPS are too great to risk. The US is one of the founding members of the UPU, a union of nearly every country in the world that has benefited billions for 144 years. Leaving the UPU now has many unknown consequences, and it only stands to benefit a small amount of people. Diplomacy is the best solution for America. Along with our allies, we need to negotiate a better deal.

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UPU Extraordinary Postal Congress

The Universal Postal Union is holding an Extraordinary Postal Congress in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this week. This may have a drastic impact on international eCommerce. The UPU coordinate rates and standards between every national postal system, and has been a vital to international structure since 1874. Crucial reforms are needed for terminal dues if the US is going to be able be competitive in both global and domestic eCommerce.

Terminal Dues

The UPU uses a system to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are positioned in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the US actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally. The Extraordinary Postal Congress meeting may result in significant changes to how some countries are positioned.

China Has an Unfair Advantage

The UPU categorizes China as a category three economy entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the second largest economy in the world. This allows Chinese retailers to undercut American retailers by very wide margins. The Chinese economy is benefiting at the expensive of US retailers and the United States Postal Service. The USPS loses an estimated $1 on every small package that arrives from China. In Fact, mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a comparable service.

The Cost to American E commerce and the USPS

Terminal dues on items from China to the US average $1 per Kilogram. As a result, USPS received less compensation for a China Post package moved from a Los Angeles port to its final destination inland, than it would have from someone in Los Angeles who sent an identical package within the United States. Costing the China Post less than the price of a U.S. stamp. Conversely, it is far more expensive to send a similar package to China. The Extraordinary Postal Congress gives us an opportunity to change China’s unfair trade advantage with the US.

UPU Can Influence Fair Trade

The Extraordinary Postal Congress convened in an effort to reform the UPU. Just 1 of 192 countries invited is the US. This give us a small voice in a big crowd. It is vital the we work with our allies to influence the UPU to categorize China as the developed country that it is. Finally this would create fairer trade between China and the rest of the developed world.

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UPU Extraordinary Postal Congress

The Universal Postal Union is holding an Extraordinary Postal Congress in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this week. This may have a drastic impact on international eCommerce. The UPU coordinate rates and standards between every national postal system, and has been a vital to international structure since 1874. Crucial reforms are needed for terminal dues if the US is going to be able be competitive in both global and domestic eCommerce.

Terminal Dues

The UPU uses a system to help developing countries by subsidizing more prosperous countries with terminal dues. As a result the wealthier countries pay a higher share of the costs. Countries are positioned in nine different categories based on their level of development. The rates developing countries pay are usually far lower than rates paid by domestic shippers in more developed countries. In some cases, terminal dues are so low that that developed countries like the US actually lose money on mail sent to them internationally. The Extraordinary Postal Congress meeting may result in significant changes to how some countries are positioned.

China Has an Unfair Advantage

The UPU categorizes China as a category three economy entitling them to huge international postal discounts. China is however, the second largest economy in the world. This allows Chinese retailers to undercut American retailers by very wide margins. The Chinese economy is benefiting at the expensive of US retailers and the United States Postal Service. The USPS loses an estimated $1 on every small package that arrives from China. In Fact, mail services for small packages shipped from China to the US cost significantly less than what USPS charges American mailers for a comparable service.

The Cost to American E commerce and the USPS

Terminal dues on items from China to the US average $1 per Kilogram. As a result, USPS received less compensation for a China Post package moved from a Los Angeles port to its final destination inland, than it would have from someone in Los Angeles who sent an identical package within the United States. Costing the China Post less than the price of a U.S. stamp. Conversely, it is far more expensive to send a similar package to China. The Extraordinary Postal Congress gives us an opportunity to change China’s unfair trade advantage with the US.

UPU Can Influence Fair Trade

The Extraordinary Postal Congress convened in an effort to reform the UPU. Just 1 of 192 countries invited is the US. This give us a small voice in a big crowd. It is vital the we work with our allies to influence the UPU to categorize China as the developed country that it is. Finally this would create fairer trade between China and the rest of the developed world.

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International Mail Consolidators Discount U.S. Postage Rates

Above all Mail Consolidators save customers money over first class postage rates from the post office. The largest volume discounts are achieved by bundling multiple mailings together. As a result American small businesses are benefiting by using a third party service to consolidate their mailings with other companies to attain the most favorable international postage rates. Mail is strategically entered  into foreign postal systems where volume discount agreements are offered by a variety of international post offices.

International Postal Rates are Very High for Small Businesses

Escalating international postal rates pose challenges for companies looking to manage expenses. Mail consolidators are able to take advantage of international postal presorts, and customers save up to 50% to over countries. Services vary from first class postage rates to e-Packet delivery to direct entry services into specific 180 countries. Consequently choosing the right service ensures lower postage costs, faster mail delivery, and improved localization.

Mail Consolidators Reduce Costs for E-commerce Companies

E-commerce businesses face the constant challenge of keeping delivery costs low. There is an abundance of different services, delivery methods, insurance options, and track & trace services to choose from, and figuring out the prepayment of duties & taxes is complicated. Using a third party mail consolidator certainly makes this simple and affordable. Consolidators offer International Parcel Services featuring the utilization of USPS services, direct access worldwide, and automated completion of customs export documentation. The time and money saved is tremendous, especially to Canada.

USPS First Class Postage Rates to Canada

Sending mail to Canada shouldn’t cost a fortune. So we consolidate mail and enter it into to the Canada Post at significant savings over US postage rates. Mail travels across the Canadian border and enters the Canada Post at the lowest possible rate. U.S. companies also benefit from a favorable exchange rate making international mail consolidators the best way to save when mailing Canada.

Consolidating with Atlas International Mail

Atlas is a leader in global mailing services. We’ve helped hundreds of companies save on rising international postage rates, and we can certainly consolidate your mail for maximum volume discounts. Even more we provide easy same day pickup, and we complete all required customs documentation.  Best of all, we can do this for up to 50% less than the post office.

Contact us for a free no obligation quote.  800-852-0889 or info@atlasintlmail.com

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International Mail Consolidators

International Mail Consolidators Discount U.S. Postage Rates

Above all Mail Consolidators save customers money over first class postage rates from the post office. The largest volume discounts are achieved by bundling multiple mailings together. As a result American small businesses are benefiting by using a third party service to consolidate their mailings with other companies to attain the most favorable international postage rates. Mail is strategically entered  into foreign postal systems where volume discount agreements are offered by a variety of international post offices.

International Postal Rates are Very High for Small Businesses

Escalating international postal rates pose challenges for companies looking to manage expenses. Mail consolidators are able to take advantage of international postal presorts, and customers save up to 50% to over countries. Services vary from first class postage rates to e-Packet delivery to direct entry services into specific 180 countries. Consequently choosing the right service ensures lower postage costs, faster mail delivery, and improved localization.

Mail Consolidators Reduce Costs for E-commerce Companies

E-commerce businesses face the constant challenge of keeping delivery costs low. There is an abundance of different services, delivery methods, insurance options, and track & trace services to choose from, and figuring out the prepayment of duties & taxes is complicated. Using a third party mail consolidator certainly makes this simple and affordable. Consolidators offer International Parcel Services featuring the utilization of USPS services, direct access worldwide, and automated completion of customs export documentation. The time and money saved is tremendous, especially to Canada.

USPS First Class Postage Rates to Canada

Sending mail to Canada shouldn’t cost a fortune. So we consolidate mail and enter it into to the Canada Post at significant savings over US postage rates. Mail travels across the Canadian border and enters the Canada Post at the lowest possible rate. U.S. companies also benefit from a favorable exchange rate making international mail consolidators the best way to save when mailing Canada.

Consolidating with Atlas International Mail

Atlas is a leader in global mailing services. We’ve helped hundreds of companies save on rising international postage rates, and we can certainly consolidate your mail for maximum volume discounts. Even more we provide easy same day pickup, and we complete all required customs documentation.  Best of all, we can do this for up to 50% less than the post office.

Contact us for a free no obligation quote.  800-852-0889 or info@atlasintlmail.com

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The Impact of Tariffs & Mailing China

The Impact of Tariffs

America has been the leader of the global free trade for decades, but that is beginning to change. The United States has levied tariffs on all 5 of our largest trading partners. Canada, China, Japan, Europe, and China. All but Japan have retaliated with tariffs of their own. Tariffs are a ultimately a tax on American consumers and businesses.

International Mail Companies & The Auto Industry

So far, there is no impact to international mail, but if trade declines between countries so will mail volumes.  The tariffs are likely to have the biggest impact to the automotive industry. Automobiles are the US’s 3rd largest export. The majority of US auto exports are sent to our largest trading partners (Canada, China, Mexico, and Germany.) The tariffs will likely decrease exports, and in the long term move manufacturing to other countries. The EU has imposed tariffs on $3.2 billion of US imports, and some predictions are that tariffs could rise to $300 billion if a resolution cannot be reached.

The tariffs are designed to increase manufacturing and consumption of domestic goods. A decrease in imports also come at a cost. US ports and border crossings would being doing less business. The creation of new manufacturing jobs would likely come at the expense of the rail, bridge, and port businesses.

Cost of Postage to Canada

The cost of postage to Canada has not changed. Canada has long been our largest trading partner and closest ally. In retaliation to tariffs being applied to goods from our largest trading partner, Canada has imposed tariffs of their own on $12.6 billion worth of US products. Most notable is the 25% tariff on US Steel, but a wide variety of products are now subject to a 10% tariff. See the items detailed below:

Aluminum / Yogurt / Coffee / Beef / Maple Syrup / Candy & Chocolates / Pizza / Cucumbers / Strawberry Jam / Orange Juice / Ketchup / Mayonnaise / Salad Dressing / Condiments & Sauces / Whiskies / Candles / Dishwasher Detergents / Glues & Adhesives / Insecticides / Fungicides / Herbicides / Plastic bags / Table & Kitchenware / Plywood / Toilet Paper / Handkerchiefs / Facial Tissues / Towels / Tablecloths / Printed Postcards / Greeting Cards / Cast Iron Grilles / Refrigerators / Water Heaters / Dish Washers / Lawn Mowers / Dryers / Boats / Chairs / Mattresses / Pillows & Cushions / Bedding / Playing Cards / Pens

Mailing China

Chinese imports benefit from low postage rates to the US. Often times it is less costly to send mail from China than to mail domestically within the United States. Export postage to China is drastically higher than what it costs to import from China. There are some discounted rates available, especially for savvy print & e-Commerce companies. ( Learn more  ) This coupled with high tariffs on many US goods has resulted in a large trade deficit. It does however, keep prices competitive and domestic producers searching for new innovations.

July 6th saw a 25 percent tariff on 818 Chinese imports, worth $34 billion a year. China retaliated with tariffs of their own. There is evidence that China subsidizes key industries allowing state-owned businesses to overproduce and undercut market prices. They also force foreign companies that want to do business in China to share key technologies. The consensus from economists is that tariffs are not a viable solution. The best solution may come from the WTO. The United States should enlist the help of our largest trading allies Europe, Canada, Japan to push for changes in the Chinese government’s economic scheming. China usually complies with WTO ordered remedies, and the US wins about 90% of the cases they present to the WTO against them.

History has proven that there are no winners in a trade war. There is a delicate balance. It makes sense to negotiate tariff rates as part of trade deals, but we cannot risk a global economic trade war.

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The Impact of Tariffs

America has been the leader of the global free trade for decades, but that is beginning to change. The United States has levied tariffs on all 5 of our largest trading partners. Canada, China, Japan, Europe, and China. All but Japan have retaliated with tariffs of their own. Tariffs are a ultimately a tax on American consumers and businesses.

International Mail Companies & The Auto Industry

So far, there is no impact to international mail, but if trade declines between countries so will mail volumes.  The tariffs are likely to have the biggest impact to the automotive industry. Automobiles are the US’s 3rd largest export. The majority of US auto exports are sent to our largest trading partners (Canada, China, Mexico, and Germany.) The tariffs will likely decrease exports, and in the long term move manufacturing to other countries. The EU has imposed tariffs on $3.2 billion of US imports, and some predictions are that tariffs could rise to $300 billion if a resolution cannot be reached.

The tariffs are designed to increase manufacturing and consumption of domestic goods. A decrease in imports also come at a cost. US ports and border crossings would being doing less business. The creation of new manufacturing jobs would likely come at the expense of the rail, bridge, and port businesses.

Cost of Postage to Canada

The cost of postage to Canada has not changed. Canada has long been our largest trading partner and closest ally. In retaliation to tariffs being applied to goods from our largest trading partner, Canada has imposed tariffs of their own on $12.6 billion worth of US products. Most notable is the 25% tariff on US Steel, but a wide variety of products are now subject to a 10% tariff. See the items detailed below:

Aluminum / Yogurt / Coffee / Beef / Maple Syrup / Candy & Chocolates / Pizza / Cucumbers / Strawberry Jam / Orange Juice / Ketchup / Mayonnaise / Salad Dressing / Condiments & Sauces / Whiskies / Candles / Dishwasher Detergents / Glues & Adhesives / Insecticides / Fungicides / Herbicides / Plastic bags / Table & Kitchenware / Plywood / Toilet Paper / Handkerchiefs / Facial Tissues / Towels / Tablecloths / Printed Postcards / Greeting Cards / Cast Iron Grilles / Refrigerators / Water Heaters / Dish Washers / Lawn Mowers / Dryers / Boats / Chairs / Mattresses / Pillows & Cushions / Bedding / Playing Cards / Pens

Mailing China

Chinese imports benefit from low postage rates to the US. Often times it is less costly to send mail from China than to mail domestically within the United States. Export postage to China is drastically higher than what it costs to import from China. There are some discounted rates available, especially for savvy print & e-Commerce companies. ( Learn more  ) This coupled with high tariffs on many US goods has resulted in a large trade deficit. It does however, keep prices competitive and domestic producers searching for new innovations.

July 6th saw a 25 percent tariff on 818 Chinese imports, worth $34 billion a year. China retaliated with tariffs of their own. There is evidence that China subsidizes key industries allowing state-owned businesses to overproduce and undercut market prices. They also force foreign companies that want to do business in China to share key technologies. The consensus from economists is that tariffs are not a viable solution. The best solution may come from the WTO. The United States should enlist the help of our largest trading allies Europe, Canada, Japan to push for changes in the Chinese government’s economic scheming. China usually complies with WTO ordered remedies, and the US wins about 90% of the cases they present to the WTO against them.

History has proven that there are no winners in a trade war. There is a delicate balance. It makes sense to negotiate tariff rates as part of trade deals, but we cannot risk a global economic trade war.

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First Class International Mail Changes

First Class International Mail

The United States Postal Service is planning to change First Class International Mail features and classifications in 2018.  Above all the changes would implement a restriction on the contents of First Class International Mail to documents only.  This is in an effort to comply with standards of the Universal Postal Union.

First Class International Changes

We anticipate that in 2018 merchandise of any kind will not be permitted in USPS First Class International Mail letters and flats. Anything classified merchandise mails as commercial mail via the USPS’s International Priority Airmail (IPA) service or International Surface Air Lift (ISAL.) Electronic documents such as CDs, DVDs, and flash drives will not be considered documents for mailing purposes. Also excluded will be artwork, books, magazines, printed music, educational material, commercial blueprints, commercial photos, commercial engineering drawings, and X-rays. There is no price change for the service.  In contrast many USPS customers will be forced to use the more costly IPA, ISAL, Global Express, Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International Services. This will increase mailing costs. The rates for some of these services have gone up twice already in 2017. Also these rates increase again in 2018.

USPS International Mail Alternatives

Atlas International Mail has alternatives in place to bypass the USPS altogether. Our Priority Standard International (PSI) and Priority Lettermail International (PLI) services offer comparable delivery speeds at a fraction of the cost of international USPS Airmail. We strategically enter your mailings into the national postal systems of well-developed countries.  As a result, you get unique postage savings opportunities from each foreign postal administration. We can help you avoid the wholesale USPS international rates hikes. For comparative price quotes, please let us know the size and weight of your mail pieces and provide a breakdown of quantities by country.  In many cases we are able to save customers as much as 50% off the standard USPS international rates. There are never any contracts to sign or hidden fees to pay.

Visit us at atlasintlmail.com to learn more.

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Also, you can follow the links above, and learn more about Atlas’s services. Atlas International Mail has been in business since 1990 and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. We offer low-cost mailing services to over 180 countries across the globe. Best of all, we can do this for up to 50% less than the post office.

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First Class International Mail Changes

First Class International Mail

The United States Postal Service is planning to change First Class International Mail features and classifications in 2018.  Above all the changes would implement a restriction on the contents of First Class International Mail to documents only.  This is in an effort to comply with standards of the Universal Postal Union.

First Class International Changes

We anticipate that in 2018 merchandise of any kind will not be permitted in USPS First Class International Mail letters and flats. Anything classified merchandise mails as commercial mail via the USPS’s International Priority Airmail (IPA) service or International Surface Air Lift (ISAL.) Electronic documents such as CDs, DVDs, and flash drives will not be considered documents for mailing purposes. Also excluded will be artwork, books, magazines, printed music, educational material, commercial blueprints, commercial photos, commercial engineering drawings, and X-rays. There is no price change for the service.  In contrast many USPS customers will be forced to use the more costly IPA, ISAL, Global Express, Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International Services. This will increase mailing costs. The rates for some of these services have gone up twice already in 2017. Also these rates increase again in 2018.

USPS International Mail Alternatives

Atlas International Mail has alternatives in place to bypass the USPS altogether. Our Priority Standard International (PSI) and Priority Lettermail International (PLI) services offer comparable delivery speeds at a fraction of the cost of international USPS Airmail. We strategically enter your mailings into the national postal systems of well-developed countries.  As a result, you get unique postage savings opportunities from each foreign postal administration. We can help you avoid the wholesale USPS international rates hikes. For comparative price quotes, please let us know the size and weight of your mail pieces and provide a breakdown of quantities by country.  In many cases we are able to save customers as much as 50% off the standard USPS international rates. There are never any contracts to sign or hidden fees to pay.

Visit us at atlasintlmail.com to learn more.

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Atlas International Mail Canada postage postal address costsAtlas International Mail LinkedInAtlas International Mail FacebookAtlas International Mail A+ BBB

 

Also, you can follow the links above, and learn more about Atlas’s services. Atlas International Mail has been in business since 1990 and have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. We offer low-cost mailing services to over 180 countries across the globe. Best of all, we can do this for up to 50% less than the post office.