Peak Surcharge

We announced a surcharge on our international parcel and freight shipments beginning April 6, 2020, due to the various COVID-19 containment restrictions issued in countries around the world.

While Peak Surcharge evolves over time based on several factors such as pressure on network capacity, demand, and operating costs, we remain committed to provide you only the best possible service.

Effective April 25, 2022, we are implementing the following peak surcharge changes:

For freight shipments from Europe to China, an increased surcharge from 0.33 USD to 2.44 USD per kilo begins April 25, 2022

The Peak Surcharge will be reflected on your invoice.

Updated April 8, 2022

For freight shipments between Europe and US/Canada, an increased surcharge from 0.22 USD to 0.80 USD per kilo begins June 14, 2021.

For freight shipments from Europe to US/Canada, an increased surcharge from 0.80 USD to 2.44 USD per kilo begins October 4, 2021.

For freight and parcel shipments from China, an increased surcharge from 1.00 USD to 1.20 USD per kilo begins December 2, 2021.

For freight and parcel shipments from China, APAC^*, and Mexico to Europe, an increased surcharge from 1.20 USD to 1.50 USD per kilo begins March 21, 2022.

For parcel shipments from Europe to the US/Canada, China, APAC, and Rest of the World, an increased surcharge from 0.22 USD to 0.33 USD per kilo begins March 21, 2022.

For freight shipments from Europe to China, APAC, and Rest of the World, an increased surcharge from 0.22 USD to 0.33 USD per kilo begins March 21, 2022

For freight shipments from Europe to China, an increased surcharge from 0.33 USD to 2.44 USD per kilo begins April 25, 2022

Surcharge Amount (USD per Kilo)

Surcharge amounts below refer to payers in Europe.

Note: For outbound shipments, an export peak surcharge based on the originating country or territory is applied.

Export	Destinations
Origins	Europe	US / Canada	China	APAC^*/Mexico	Rest of the World
Europe - Parcel	0.22	0.33	0.33	0.33	0.33
Europe - Freight	0.22	2.44	2.44	0.33	0.33
Parcel Min. Charge: $1/ Shipment Freight Min. Charge: $ 50 / Shipment

Note: For inbound shipments an import peak surcharge based on the originating country/ territory is applied.

Import	Origins
Destinations	Europe	US / Canada	China	APAC* / Mexico	Rest of the World
Europe - Parcel	0.22	0.22	1.50	1.50	0.22
Europe - Freight	0.22	0.80	1.50	1.50	0.22
Parcel Min. Charge: $ 1 / Shipment Freight Min. Charge: $ 50 / Shipment

Effective Date: April 25, 2022

(*) Asia Pacific (APAC) countries and territories are Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam, Hong Kong SAR China, Macao SAR China, and Taiwan China.

Other APAC countries and territories are considered "Rest of the World".

Why is FedEx instituting a surcharge during a global health crisis?

Due to continued disruptions in the global supply chain, air cargo capacity remains limited. We are incurring incremental costs as we continue to adjust our international networks and operate in this constrained environment. This surcharge will allow us to continue providing service as effectively as possible until global market conditions improve.

How long will the surcharge remain in effect?

This surcharge will apply until further notice. We will evaluate this surcharge on an ongoing basis. Market conditions are shifting rapidly due to continued disruptions in the global supply chain. Our priority is to continue providing the best possible service to our customers during this period, and this surcharge allows us to do that.