On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing the prices of the following retail products and services:
- Domestic parcel services (Parcel Post and Express Post)
- International parcel and letter services
- Local pickup and delivery service
- Passport and ID photos
- Mail redirection and mail hold
- Unaddressed Mail service (UMS)
- MyPost Business Pickup service
- MyPost Business rates, which are calculated based on retail prices
Our retail pricing for all products and services is set out in our Post Charges Guide, which will be available online from 1 July 2026.
We're also updating our agreed rates with the following business customers: Australia Post domestic and international, and StarTrack contracts. Learn more about business pricing updates.
Some product changes will also take effect 1 July 2026 and are listed below.
Domestic parcels
Parcel Post postage costs
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing Parcel Post postage prices by an average of 4.95%.
If you send 5kg or under within Australia, in our flat rate packaging, postage is based on size, not weight. These prices include packaging and postage for sending within Australia.
| Prepaid product | Extra small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parcel Post satchel and postage | 215 x 280 mm $10.55 | 355 x 225mm $12.05 | 390 x 270mm $16.40 | 405 x 315mm $20.70 | 510 x 440mm $24.95 |
| Bulk satchels including postage | $102.86 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $100.02 per pack1 | $117.49 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $114.45 per pack1 | $159.90 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $155.80 per pack1 | $201.83 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $196.67 per pack1 | $243.26 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $237.03 per pack1 |
Flat rate postage is based on size, not weight. These prices are for postage within Australia only and don’t include the price of packaging, which may vary depending on the product selected. Choose from mailing boxes, mailing tubes, tough bags and more.
| Flat rate packaging | Extra small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parcel Post postage only | $10.20 | $11.70 | $16 | $20.25 | 24.45 |
Use other packaging (yours or ours) and postage is based on the weight or cubic weight (whichever is greater) and the destination. These prices are for postage within Australia only and don’t include the price of packaging, which may vary depending on the product selected.
| Other packaging | Up to 250g | Over 250g up to 500g | Over 500g up to 1kg | Over 1kg up to 3kg | Over 3kg up to 5kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parcel Post postage only | $10.20 | $11.70 | $16 | $20.25 | $24.45 |
Express Post postage costs
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing Express Post postage costs by an average of 4.95%.
Postage for prepaid satchels is based on size, not weight. These prices include packaging and postage for sending within Australia.
| Prepaid product | Extra small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Post satchel and postage | 280 x 215 mm $13.55 | 355 x 225mm $15.55 | 390 x 270mm $20.40 | 405 x 315mm $25.20 | 510 x 440mm $33.45 |
| Bulk satchels including postage | 10-pack: $132.11 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $128.73 per pack1 | 10-pack: $151.61 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $147.73 per pack1 | 10-pack: $198.90 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $193.80 per pack1 | 10-pack: $245.70 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $239.40 per pack1 | 10-pack: $326.14 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $317.78 per pack1 |
Flat rate postage is based on size, not weight. These prices are for postage within Australia only and don’t include the price of packaging, which may vary depending on the product selected. Choose from mailing boxes, mailing tubes, tough bags and more.
| Flat rate packaging | Extra small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Post postage only | $13.20 | $15.20 | $20 | $24.75 | $32.95 |
Use other packaging (yours or ours) and postage is based on the weight or cubic weight (whichever is greater) and the destination. These prices are for postage within Australia only and don’t include the price of packaging, which may vary depending on the product selected.
| Other packaging | Up to 250g | Over 250g up to 500g | Over 500g up to 1kg | Over 1kg up to 3kg | Over 3kg up to 5kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Post postage only | $13.20 | $15.20 | $20 | $24.75 | $32.95 |
| Envelope type | Max. size | Price (single) | Price (bulk) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small DL (window face) | 110 x 220mm | $9.45 | 10 pack: $92.15 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $89.80 per pack1 |
| Medium (C5) | 162 x 229mm | $9.80 | 10 pack: $95.55 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $93.10 per pack1 |
| Large (B4) | 250 x 353mm | $11.60 | 10 pack: $113.10 Buy more and save: Buy 10 or more packs and pay $110.20 per pack1 |
International parcels and letters
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing the price of international parcels and letters by an average of 3.75%.
| Destinationa zone | Small letters | Large letters | Greeting cards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | $3.45 | $11.70 | $3.50 |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | $3.75 | $12.60 | $3.50 |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $4.40 | $15.25 | $3.50 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $4.70 | $16.15 | $3.50 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $5.15 | $17.75 | $3.50 |
Flat rate postage is based on size, not weight. These prices are for postage within Australia only and don’t include the price of packaging. Choose from mailing boxes, mailing tubes, tough bags and more.
| Destination zone | Up to 50g | Up to 250g | Over 250g up to 500g | Over 500g up to 1kg | Over 1kg up to 1.5kg | Over 1.5kg up to 2kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | $12.25 | $15.90 | $19.60 | $27 | $34.40 | $41.80 |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | $13.10 | $18.60 | $24.85 | $37.40 | $49.95 | $62.50 |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $15.75 | $21.05 | $27.95 | $41.60 | $55.40 | $69.10 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $16.60 | $26.40 | $33.55 | $47.90 | $62.20 | $76.50 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $18.20 | $32.45 | $41.80 | $60.50 | $79.15 | $97.80 |
| Destination zone | Over 2.5kg up to 3kg | Over 3kg up to 5kg | Over 5kg up to 10kg | Over 10kg up to 15kg | Over 15kg up to 20kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | - | - | - | - | |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | - | - | - | - | - |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $62.55 | $84.45 | $139.20 | $194 | $248.75 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $69.15 | $93.35 | $153.90 | $214.40 | $275 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $87.30 | $114 | $180.70 | $247.35 | $314.05 |
| Destination zone | Up to 250g | Over 250g up to 500g | Over 500g up to 1kg | Over 1kg up to 1.5kg | Over 1.5g up to 2kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | $17.90 | $21.60 | $29 | $36.40 | $43.80 |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | $20.60 | $26.85 | $39.40 | $51.95 | $64.50 |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $23.05 | $29.95 | $34.60 | $57.40 | $71.10 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $28.40 | $35.55 | $49.90 | $64.20 | $78.50 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $34.45 | $43.80 | $62.50 | $81.15 | $99.80 |
| Destination zone | Medium C4 envelope (up to 250g) | Large B4 (up to 500g) |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | $34.15 | $36.85 |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | $35.80 | $38.75 |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $38.20 | $41.35 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $43.50 | $47 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $49.40 | $53.40 |
| Destination zone | Up to 250g | Over 250g up to 500g | Over 500g up to 1kg | Over 1kg up to 1.5kg | Over 1.5g up to 2kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | $34.90 | $38.60 | $46 | $53.40 | $60.80 |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | $37.60 | $43.85 | $56.40 | $68.95 | $81.50 |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $40.05 | $46.95 | $60.60 | $74.40 | $88.10 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $45.40 | $52.55 | $66.90 | $81.20 | $95.50 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $51.45 | $60.80 | $79.50 | $98.15 | $116.80 |
| Destination zone | Up to 250g | Over 250g up to 500g | Over 500g up to 1kg | Over 1kg up to 1.5kg | Over 1.5g up to 2kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1: New Zealand | $102.90 | $106.60 | $114 | $121.40 | $128.80 |
| Zone 2: Asia Pacific | $105.60 | $111.85 | $124.40 | $136.95 | $149.50 |
| Zone 3: US and Canada | $108.05 | $114.95 | $128.60 | $142.40 | $156.10 |
| Zone 4: UK and Europe | $113.40 | $120.55 | $134.90 | $149.20 | $163.50 |
| Zone 5: Rest of the World | $119.45 | $128.80 | $147.50 | $166.15 | $184.80 |
| Destination zone | Small DL envelope (up to 500g) | Large B4 envelope (up to 500g) |
|---|---|---|
| All zones | $22.10 | $34.30 |
International Reply Coupons
From 1 July 2026, International Reply Coupons will no longer be available to purchase. Valid coupons purchased prior to this date can be redeemed for stamps to send a small letter up to 50g by Economy Air until 31 December 2026. From 1 January 2027, this product will be discontinued by the Universal Postal Union. In line with other postal operators globally, we will no longer accept or redeem International Reply Coupons from other countries from 1 January 2027.
Mail redirection
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing the price of mail redirection (domestic and international) by 5.2%.
| Redirection to | Up to 1 month | Up to 3 months | Up to 6 months | Up to 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia (apply online or in-store) | $40.50 | $81 | $121.50 | $202.50 |
| International (apply in-store only) | $81 | $162 | $243 | $405 |
| Redirection to | Up to 1 month | Up to 3 months | Up to 6 months | Up to 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia (apply online or in-store) | $24.30 | $48.60 | $72.90 | $121.50 |
| International (apply in-store only) | $48.60 | $97.20 | $145.80 | $243 |
| Redirection to | Up to 1 month | Up to 3 months | Up to 6 months | Up to 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia (apply online or in-store) | $81 | $202.50 | $405 | $810 |
| International (apply in-store only) | $162 | $405 | $810 | $1,620 |
| Redirection to | Up to 1 month | Up to 3 months | Up to 6 months | Up to 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia (apply online or in-store) | $162 | $405 | $810 | $1,620 |
| International (apply in-store only) | $324 | $810 | $1,620 | $3,240 |
Mail hold
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing the price of mail hold services by between 5% and 5.9%.
| Applicant | First week | Subsequent weeks |
|---|---|---|
| Personal | $30.70 | $7.20 |
| Applicant | First week | Subsequent weeks |
|---|---|---|
| Concession | $18.40 | $4.20 |
| Applicant | Flat monthly fee |
|---|---|
| Home office | $79 |
| Applicant | Flat monthly fee |
|---|---|
| Business and government | $158 |
Christmas mail hold changes
Australia Post will no longer provide business customers, including businesses operating from a Home Office, the opportunity to pay for Mail Hold on a per-week basis, between 20 December and 15 January. Business Mail Hold will continue to be available at a monthly rate during this period, consistent with the offer at all other times throughout the year.
Mail redirection and mail hold terms and conditions changes
We’re also making the following changes to our terms and conditions:
- Confirming that mail redirection and mail hold is available for deceased estates and where authorised under a Power of Attorney.
- Allowing for mail redirection from PO Boxes.
- Including the right for Australia Post to refuse a mail redirection where there are reasonable operational or commercial reasons.
- Removing the ability to extend a mail redirection service over the phone.
- Clarifying that Australia Post’s right to suspend or terminate mail redirection will now include health and safety reasons (including domestic violence), where there are competing or disputed applications or where a redirection is not actually possible.
View the updated Terms and Conditions (PDF 1.3MB) for more detail.
Local pickup and delivery
On 1 July 2026, the Local Pickup and Delivery service price will increase by 2%.
Where total distance travelled is up to 15km (per trip):
- Scheduled delivery or pickup services start from $15.60.
- Scheduled delivery service with same time pickup start from $15.60.
- Ad hoc deliveries or pickups start from $16.31, inclusive of a $1 admin fee.
- Combined services (for example, scheduled morning delivery and scheduled afternoon pickup) start from $27.04.
- Consolidated services (clearing multiple PO Boxes and delivering to a single address) start from $93.60.
Where distance travelled is more than 15km, a surcharge of $1.30 per additional kilometre applies per service, for all services.
View our updated Local Pickup and Delivery Service Catalogue (PDF 596kB) for more detail.
ID photos
On 1 July 2026, the price of ID photos will increase from $22.99 to $23.50. Visit passport photos and ID photos for more details.
Unaddressed Mail
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing prices by an average of 18.4%.
Unaddressed Mail Standard service
| Size | Weight | Same state regular2 and select3 | Other state regular2 and select3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small letter | Up to 50g | $0.405 | $0.470 |
| Over 50-100g | $0.685 | $0.835 | |
| Large letter | Up to 50g | $0.635 | $0.718 |
| Over 50-100g | $0.945 | $1.100 |
Unaddressed Mail Premium service
| Size | Weight | Premium same state regular2 | Premium same state select3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small letter | Up to 50g | $0.516 | $0.516 |
| Over 50-100g | $0.874 | $0.874 | |
| Large letter | Up to 50g | $0.809 | $0.809 |
| Over 50-100g | $1.206 | $1.206 |
Unaddressed Mail Premium short week service
| Size | Weight | Premium short week same state regular2 | Premium short week same state select3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small letter | Up to 50g | $0.608 | $0.608 |
| Over 50-100g | $1.028 | $1.028 | |
| Large letter | Up to 50g | $0.953 | $0.953 |
| Over 50-100g | $1.418 | $1.418 |
MyPost Business
On 1 July 2026, we’re increasing the price of MyPost pickup services by 9.7%.
All retail price changes for parcels will be reflected in MyPost Business rates. However, there will be no changes to domestic and international savings from Band 1 to Band 5.
View our updated Rates and Savings Guide (PDF 763kB) for more details.
| Service | Band 0-3 | Band 4-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Same business day pick up | $15.60 | $13.39 |
| Next business day pick up | $15.60 | $13.39 |
Return Paid Parcels
From 1 July 2026, the price of our Return Paid Parcels service will increase by 4.95%, and the annual fee will change to $140. The service will no longer be available to new customers. However, existing registered customers can continue to use the service. Learn more.
| Weight | Charges per regular parcel |
|---|---|
| Up to 500g | $11.35 |
| 500g to 3kg | $19.95 |
| 3kg to 5kg | $24.15 |
| 5kg to 10kg | $29.45 |
| 10kg to 20kg | $37.70 |
On Demand expansion
Learn more about On Demand service changes.
1 In order to receive this per pack price, you must purchase at least 10 packs of 10. The total price you pay will vary depending on how many packs of 10 you purchase above the minimum 10 packs.