Pos Malaysia Berhad has announced a new fuel surcharge that will impact both international shipments and domestic services, following the recent increase in fuel prices in Peninsular Malaysia. Effective from March 18 until March 29, 2026, the surcharge will apply to all international shipments, with a rate of 40%, and a 15% charge for domestic services.
The decision comes in light of the government’s weekly fuel price update, which saw an increase attributed to the escalating global oil prices, further exacerbated by ongoing conflicts such as the US-Iran war. Previously, crude oil prices were around US$70, but they have surged to US$107.
This surcharge will be applied to various international shipping services, including the Express Mail Service (EMS), Air Parcel, and Small Packet services. Additionally, shipments between Peninsular Malaysia and the states of Sabah and Sarawak will also be affected.
Pos Malaysia has indicated that the surcharge will be dynamic, with reviews scheduled for every Friday to assess market conditions. The next update regarding the fuel surcharge is expected to be announced on March 27, 2026.
Customers are encouraged to regularly visit Pos Malaysia’s official website for the latest surcharge rates before sending their items, ensuring they stay informed about any changes that may affect their shipping costs.
Source: MalayMail
