Postage from Dallas, Texas to London, UK: Current USPS International Rates
USPS International Letter Rates: Dallas to London (2024)
Rates for standard letters (up to 1 oz / 28g) from USA to UK (Price Group 5):
Service Options
| Service | Price (1 oz) | Delivery Aim | Tracking | Insurance |
|---|
| First-Class Mail International (FCMI) | $1.65 | 7–21 business days | No | No |
| First-Class Package International (if thick/rigid) | $15.75+ | 7–21 days | Yes | Up to $200 |
| Priority Mail International | $30.95+ | 6–10 business days | Yes | Up to $200 |
| Priority Mail Express International | $54.75+ | 3–5 business days | Yes | Up to $100 |
| Global Forever Stamp | $1.65 | Same as FCMI | No | No |
Additional Ounces (FCMI)
- Each additional ounce: $1.65 (up to 3.5 oz max for letter rate)
- Over 3.5 oz → becomes "flat" or package — higher rates
Key Details
- Forever Global Stamp ($1.65) = simplest option for 1 oz letter
- No tracking on basic FCMI — add Registered Mail ($25.20) for tracking + insurance
- Customs form (PS Form 2976) required for all international mail
- Prohibited: cash, coins, aerosols, perfumes, lithium batteries (loose)
- UK VAT may apply on goods >£39 — recipient pays
2024 Rate Note
USPS raised rates January 21, 2024. Previous $1.30 rate (in older sources) is outdated. Always check usps.com for current prices.
Pro Tips
- Use Global Forever stamps — no denomination anxiety
- Write "AIRMAIL" and "UNITED KINGDOM" clearly
- Include sender/recipient phone/email on customs form
- For important documents: Priority Mail Express International + insurance
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