Introduction

Currently, the e-commerce industry is booming, and a stable logistics system is the foundation for the development of e-commerce companies. Therefore, e-commerce companies not only need to be familiar with major international logistics companies such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL, but also need to understand the representative and commonly used logistics services in different countries. Only in this way can they select the right logistics service when selling their products to other countries around the world, reduce logistics and transportation costs, and maximize their profits. As a professional cross-border logistics fulfillment service provider, ChinaDivision can help you choose the right logistics provider. In addition, you can read more information about the logistics industry on our official website blog.

SF Express’s Price In 2026

SF Express (Group) Co., Ltd. is a Chinese multinational delivery services and logistics company based in Shenzhen, Guangdong. It is the largest courier in China,[2] and provides domestic and international express delivery. SF Express operates a fleet of cargo aircraft, which are owned by its subsidiary SF Airlines. 
SF Express, China's largest integrated logistics service provider, is rapidly expanding its international footprint, having already entered Asian markets such as Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia. Notably, it ranks fourth globally in revenue. Despite its aggressive international expansion, SF Express remains committed to providing fast and flexible local delivery services. SF Express's customer care is impressive. To offer a smoother experience, it even provides multilingual assistance through its website, hotline, and other channels. SF Express is renowned for its speed, high customer satisfaction, and minimal delays. Domestic services can be delivered in just 1-2 days, and direct flights further shorten international delivery times.

Below are SF Express's latest international standard express service price list and international special offer service price list for 2026. These prices are effective from January 3, 2026, and the currency is RMB. For more details, please visit SF Express to check pricing rates.

USPS’s Price In 2026

   
Founded in 1775, the United States Postal Service (USPS) is the cornerstone of American logistics, delivering to more than 180 countries. As a government-run agency, USPS delivers mail to over 165 million addresses daily, efficiently serving remote and rural areas, making it an indispensable part of "last-mile" delivery. USPS offers different tiers of international delivery services, such as International First-Class Parcel Service (FCPIS), International Priority Mail, and International Express Priority Mail. FCPIS is considered an affordable international parcel delivery solution.

Washington—The United States Postal Service (USPS) today submitted a notification to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) regarding price adjustments for its transportation services, effective January 18, 2026. The proposed adjustments have been approved by the USPS Board of Governors.

These adjustments will result in:

• Priority Mail service prices are increasing by approximately 6.6%.
• Priority Mail Express service prices are increasing by approximately 5.1%.
• USPS Ground Advantage service prices are increasing by approximately 7.8%.
• Parcel Select service prices are increasing by approximately 6.0%.

Scope of Adjustment and Exceptions: The adjusted service scope covers Ground Advantage (pure ground parcel), Parcel Select (parcel selection service), Priority Mail, etc.; Priority Mail Express (priority mail express) will maintain its current price.

Pricing Strategy and Price Increases: Differentiated pricing is adopted; the increase varies significantly depending on the delivery region and package weight. For example, Priority Mail Express packages weighing 26-70 pounds will incur an additional charge of $8.95 for zones 1-4 and $13 for zones 5-9, with a more significant increase in costs for long-distance delivery.

DTDC’s Price In 2026

                             
DTDC is one of India's largest courier and logistics companies, operating in over 14,000 postcode areas and boasting over 12,000 franchisees and channel partners nationwide. Founded in 1990, DTDC has experienced rapid growth over the years.
DTDC's domestic courier service fees vary depending on the weight and distance of the parcel. Domestic courier fees are as follows:

DTDC's international express delivery service is generally more expensive than domestic express delivery. International express delivery costs depend on weight, destination country/region, service type, and shipping method. For example: 

• Shipping a 500g parcel to the US might cost between 2000 and 3500 rupees.
• Shipping a 1kg parcel to the US might cost between 3000 and 5000 rupees.

Royal Mail’s Price In 2026

                                  
    
Royal Mail Group Limited, commonly known as Royal Mail, is a British postal and courier service company, part of an international distribution services company. It operates two brands: Royal Mail (letters and parcels) and Parcelforce Worldwide (parcels). Founded in 2001, the company briefly used the name Consignia before changing it. Before this, Royal Mail and Parcelforce (along with Post Office Counters Ltd) were part of the Post Office, a British state-owned enterprise that provided mail collection and delivery services throughout the UK. Letters and parcels can be dropped into mailboxes or parcel boxes, or collected in bulk by Royal Mail from businesses and transported to sorting centers. Deliveries are made at least once daily, except Sundays and bank holidays, with a flat rate for all destinations within the UK. Royal Mail typically strives to deliver first-class mail nationwide by the next working day. From March 30, 2026, door-to-door delivery prices will change; from January 5, 2026, fuel surcharges and international account product prices will change; and from February 2, 2026, subscription mail prices will also be adjusted. More details can be found in Royal Mail's 2026 pricing.

SingPost’s Price In 2026

                                 
    
Singapore Post Limited, commonly abbreviated as SingPost, is an associate company of Singtel and Singapore's designated Public Postal Licensee, which provides domestic and international postal services. It also provides logistics services in the domestic and international markets, warehousing and fulfillment, and global delivery services. SingPost also offers products and services, including postal, agency, and financial services through its post offices, Self-service Automated Machines (SAMs,s), and vPOST, its internet portal. Its headquarters are located in Paya Lebar, Singapore.
SingPost is implementing new rate increases effective 1 January 2026. The rate for regular domestic mail will be increased by ten cents to S$0.62 for Standard Regular Mail, S$0.90 for Standard Large Mail. Domestic bulk mail services, used mainly by corporations, will see increases of around 11 cents, with a max of a 32-cent increase, depending on the type, size, and condition of the mail SingPost processes.
The following is SingPost's official price adjustment for 2026. For more details, please visit the SingPost website.

DHL’s Price In 2026

                             
    
DHL (originally named after its founders Dalsey, Hillblom, and Lynn) is a multinational logistics company founded in the United States and headquartered in Bonn, Germany. It offers Express, Parcel, and Special Express services, delivering more than 1.7 billion parcels annually. As a subsidiary of the DHL Group and its namesake company, its Special Express service, DHL Express is one of the leaders in the European parcel service market. DHL also partners with Deutsche Post to operate a separate parcel service specifically for the German consumer market.

DHL Express announced that, effective January 1, 2026, average shipping costs for U.S. customers will increase by 5.9%. Some services and surcharges will also be adjusted accordingly. This price increase aligns with FedEx's planned price hikes next year and is consistent with DHL's price increases over the past two years.

• In Europe, DHL Express will also raise rates starting January 1, 2026, with an average increase of 4.9% for the UK, France (exports), and Austria; 5.9% for the Netherlands, Poland, and Spain; and 6.9% for Norway.
• In Sweden and Denmark, export prices will rise by 4.9%, and import prices by 5.9%. Germany, Italy, Belgium, and some other smaller markets have not yet issued announcements.
• In Asia, DHL Express will increase shipping rates to Singapore、Hong Kong, and Macau by an average of 4.9%; to Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam by an average of 5.9%; and to India by an average of 6.9%. Rate increases for other major markets have not yet been disclosed or announced. The price of China's international express delivery service will increase by 4.9%.

Aramex’s Price In 2026

Aramex, a Dubai-based global logistics provider, boasts exceptional capabilities in express delivery, freight, warehousing, and e-commerce logistics. Aramex simplifies cross-border shipping needs for online sellers, offering automated customs clearance and real-time tracking. Furthermore, Aramex provides digital integration solutions specifically designed for e-commerce. While operating in over 70 countries, Aramex uniquely focuses on regions where logistics are not always straightforward. Aramex's services encompass international and domestic delivery, freight, warehousing, and even e-commerce tools. For the average consumer, services like Shop & Ship make it easy to purchase goods from overseas stores and have them shipped home. Aramex primarily serves the Middle East region.
Aramex's shipping prices vary depending on the destination, courier company, and parcel type. 
Below are the average shipping costs for a 20kg parcel from Dubai to major destinations in 2026:

PostNL’s Price In 2026

PostNL N.V., commonly known as PostNL (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈpɔst ɛnˌɛl]) (formerly TNT N.V.), is a Dutch mail, parcel, and e-commerce company with operations mainly in the Benelux area. It provides universal delivery in the Netherlands and is publicly listed on Euronext Amsterdam. The company was known as TNT NV until TNT Express was separated from it in May 2011, and the remainder of the company was renamed PostNL. PostNL is the royal and largest postal and delivery service in the Netherlands. People rely on the speediness, reliability, and sustainability assured by PostNL while carrying out their postal services. PostNL's network of mailboxes, parcel points, and lockers ensures the utmost convenience within the country. 

Starting January 1, 2026, PostNL will implement new pricing for some of its products and services. Below is the adjusted price list from the official website; you can also view more details on the PostNL website.

Conclusion

As global e-commerce continues to expand, understanding shipping cost trends for major postal and courier services is crucial for cross-border sellers. The 2026 price updates released by SF Express, USPS, DTDC, Royal Mail, Singapore Post, DHL, Aramex, and Poste Netherlands clearly demonstrate a consistent global trend: rising operating costs are prompting logistics providers to adjust prices accordingly to maintain service efficiency, network capacity, and international reliability. As a leading cross-border logistics fulfillment service provider in the industry, ChinaDivision possesses comprehensive and systematic logistics knowledge. By partnering with ChinaDivision, you can obtain more professional logistics advice when developing logistics solutions.

FAQs

1、Which are the top international courier companies in the world?  

The top 5 international courier companies worldwide are FedEx, UPS, DHL or Deutsche Post, Blue Dart, and DTDC. They provide extensive shipping, fulfillment, and supply chain solutions like inventory management, warehousing, pick and pack, loading and unloading, real-time order tracking, cold chain transport, and more.

Reference:

1、SF Express
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SF_Express

2、DHL
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DHL

3、New Rates for Domestic Mail Effective 1 January 2026
https://www.singpost.com/ratechange2026

4、Singapore Post
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore_Post

5、Royal Mail
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Mail

6、PostNL
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PostNL

7、What does it cost to send a letter or a parcel?
https://www.postnl.nl/en/rates-2026/