Peak Surcharge
FedEx implemented the Peak Surcharge on April 6, 2020 due to elevated volumes, high demand for capacity, and increased operating costs across our network.
To provide our customers with the best possible service during this time, beginning October 4, 2021, the surcharge amount for FedEx Express parcel and freight and TNT international parcel shipments originating from MEISA, destined for the U.S. and Canada will increase from $0.22/kg to $0.77/kg for parcel and from $0.77/kg to $2.00/kg for freight.
The surcharge amount from India to Latin American countries will increase from $0.22/kg to $0.77/kg for parcel and from $0.22/kg to $2.00/kg for freight.
The surcharge rate per kg will be applied as shown below:
Surcharge Amount (INR per Kilo)
| Country | Type | Rate | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | US, Canada and Latin American Countries | Parcel: INR 57 Freight: INR 147 Parcel Min. Charge: INR 73 per Shipment Freight Min. Charge: INR 3,650 per Shipment |
October 4th 2021 |
| India | Australia, New Zealand, and countries in the same zone | INR 150 Parcel Min. Charge: INR 73 per Shipment Freight Min. Charge: INR 3,650 per Shipment |
April 19th 2021 |
| India | To the rest of the World International parcel and freight shipments The surcharges will apply for shipments between these origins and destinations regardless of where the invoice is paid, i.e. the surcharges will be implemented on both Export and Import/3P rates. |
INR 17 Parcel Min. Charge: INR 73 per Shipment Freight Min. Charge: INR 3,650 per Shipment |
April 6th 2020 |
| India | Domestic shipments (Air and Ground) | Air: INR 45 Ground: INR 3 Ground Min. Charge: INR 30 per Shipment |
April 13th 2020 |
Surcharge change will also apply to other destinations in the same zone as US/CA
Surcharge change will also apply other destinations in the same zone as LAC
The surcharge will impact other countries falling in the same zones as Australia and New Zealand.
Minimum amount for parcel: $1 and minimum amount for freight: $50. Applicable Surcharge amount will be the higher of the per kg rate OR Minimum amount. The above mentioned rates are subject to exchange rate fluctuations. The surcharges in other countries remain unchanged.
Why is FedEx instituting a peak surcharge increase during a global health crisis?
The restrictions issued by various governments to contain the spread of COVID-19 are disrupting the global supply chain. Air cargo capacity is limited, and we’ve had to make adjustments so that our international networks can best deliver much-needed goods and services in this constrained environment.
How long will the surcharge remain in effect?
Until further notice. Market conditions are shifting rapidly because of COVID-19 and we will evaluate this surcharge on an ongoing basis.