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FedEx rate changes

FedEx rate changes

FedEx rate changes

Overview

Updated Dec. 13, 2024

Overview

Updated Dec. 13, 2024

Overview

Updated Dec. 13, 2024

2025 FedEx rate changes

We regularly evaluate our shipping rates and fees and adjust them when needed. This enables us to keep investing in our business so we can continue delivering the shipping solutions you need and the excellent service you’ve come to expect from us.

Here are the details of recent changes to list rates and fees, along with information on other factors that might affect your shipping rates.

Effective Jan. 20, 2025

FedEx One Rate pricing will increase. View 2025 FedEx One Rate pricing.

Effective Jan. 13, 2025

  • All U.S. and international packages that meet the criteria of Additional Handling Surcharge – Dimension will be subject to a 40-lb. minimum billable weight. International packages that meet the criteria of both the Additional Handling Surcharge – Dimension and Oversize Charge will be subject to a 40-lb. minimum billable weight. Other Additional Handling Surcharge/Oversize Charge assessment criteria currently used to determine the applicability of these surcharges remain unchanged. See the FedEx Service Guide for more information.
  • A U.S. Inbound Processing Fee will be assessed on U.S. import shipments in connection with the processing of those shipments for clearance. See the FedEx Service Guide for details.
  • A Duty and Tax Forwarding Fee will apply if the shipper selects a third party billing option in which duties and taxes are to be paid outside of the destination country.  This fee will be assessed in lieu of the Disbursement Fee.  See the FedEx Service Guide for more information.
  • Additional surcharges will be included on the list of fuel-applicable surcharges for U.S. export and import package services. See the Additional information section of the fuel surcharge page for details. 
  • There will be changes to the Delivery Area Surcharge ZIP code lists for FedEx U.S. package services. Learn more.

Effective Jan. 6, 2025

  • FedEx package and freight rates will increase. Learn more.
  • There will be changes to shipping surcharges and fees that may apply to your shipment and affect your total shipping rate.
  • FedEx Logistics base customs brokerage rates will increase by 4%. This increase does not apply to any ancillary fees for customs brokerage services.

Effective Oct. 14, 2024

Some surcharges will be added to the list of fuel-applicable surcharges for U.S. domestic package services. See the Additional information section of the fuel surcharge page for details.

Effective Sept. 2, 2024

FedEx regularly reviews its fuel surcharge and will update the tables for U.S. domestic package and express freight services and FedEx International Ground® shipments. See the fuel surcharge tables effective Sept. 2, 2024.

Effective April 15, 2024

  • There will be changes to the Delivery Area Surcharge ZIP code lists. Learn more.
  • There will be changes to FedEx One Rate® pricing. See the FedEx Service Guide for details.

Demand surcharge information

FedEx package and freight rates

FedEx Freight rates

Answers to your questions about rate changes

Why are there seasonal demand surcharges during the holiday shipping season?

Each year as FedEx prepares for high demand during the holiday season, we adjust our networks to best deliver for our customers. Even during challenging market conditions, we remain committed to providing the best customer service possible. To support the changes to our networks, we will implement demand surcharges.

How can I get a current FedEx rate quote?

You can view standard list and retail rate tables by delivery service to see how much it costs to ship your package. You can also determine delivery zone by ZIP code or find out how to sign up your customers to access FedEx shipping rates directly from your website.

Calculate costs with FedEx Rate Tools.

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How do electronic shipping solutions support the rate change?

  • FedEx package shipping rate changes will be available to all users of FedEx Ship Manager® at fedex.com and FedEx Web Services.
  • FedEx package shipping rates will be downloaded to all versions of FedEx Ship Manager® and FedEx Ship Manager® Server on or after Jan. 6, 2025.
  • FedEx Freight shipping rates will be available to specific versions of FedEx Ship Manager and FedEx Ship Manager Server.

To ensure your automation solution reflects the 2025 rate changes, you will need to be on the latest versions of software.

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