Rate Schedule Structure
- A single postage rate schedule applies to both EMS documents and EMS merchandise for certain countries such as Australia, Bahrain, and Bangladesh.
- Separate postage rate schedules apply for EMS documents and EMS merchandise in countries including Austria, Brazil, and Brunei Darussalam.
Weight Limitations and Exceptions
- The maximum weight allowed for IEMS items is 30 kilograms.
- Exceptions to the 30 kg maximum weight limit exist for countries with bilateral agreements with PhilPost that permit acceptance and delivery of IEMS items exceeding 30 kilograms; examples include Austria, Cyprus, and Denmark.
Country Coverage and Postal Exchanges
- Only IEMS items destined for countries included in the approved schedule are accepted for posting.
- As of the issuance, PhilPost maintains EMS exchange agreements with 56 countries, ensuring coverage.
Dissemination and Implementation
- The new postage rate schedules covering 56 countries over 11 pages are provided as reference and guidance.
- Regional Directors, Regional Operations Directors, Postal District Managers, Postmasters, and other field supervisors are tasked with informing and disseminating the revised rates to the mailing public.
Supersession of Previous Issuances
- All former issuances related to IEMS postage rates are deemed superseded or modified by this administrative order.
Contact and Inquiries
- Inquiries, clarifications, or suggestions regarding the new rates are directed to the International Affairs Department, Office of the Assistant Postmaster General for Operations, Philippine Postal Corporation.
- Contact details include telephone number +63 2 527 0067 and email addresses iad@philpost.gov.ph and iad.philpost@gmail.com.