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UPS Announces Temporary Surge Fee for U.S. Export Shipments
By:
Brian Byrd
UPS has announced a temporary Surge Fee that will apply to U.S. export shipments to all destinations (except Israel).
Key details:
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Effective date: January 18, 2026
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End date: February 14, 2026
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Applies to: All exports from the U.S. to all destinations (excluding Israel)
UPS notes that Surge Fees are subject to change, and UPS demand/surge fees apply in addition to all other applicable charges. Shippers should monitor invoice activity closely throughout the effective period to understand the full cost impact.
Read more about the Surge Fee.
Email sales-info@transimpact.com with your questions, or for an analysis of your parcel shipping spend and our tips for mitigating the cost of these new costs. You can also download our 2026 UPS GRI report.