Why Global Shipping Has Become More Expensive in 2026

Over the past months, global shipping has experienced noticeable disruptions. Transit times have become less predictable, costs have increased, and customs clearance procedures in some destinations have become less consistent. As a result, Deerah has made a modest adjustment to its shipping fees, increasing them by approximately 10–15%.

Several external factors are driving these changes.

Regional Conflict and Trade Route Disruptions

The ongoing war in parts of the Middle East has affected major shipping corridors and logistics networks. Some carriers have been forced to reroute vessels, avoid certain ports, or implement additional security procedures. These adjustments increase transit time, fuel consumption, and operational costs for shipping companies.

When carriers face higher operating costs, those increases gradually flow through the entire logistics chain, eventually affecting international shipping rates for businesses and consumers.

Rising Tariffs and Trade Policy Changes

At the same time, the United States has implemented new tariff policies and adjustments affecting imports from multiple regions. While these policies target specific trade categories, they often create broader ripple effects across global shipping networks.

Logistics providers must adapt to new documentation requirements, compliance checks, and customs processing procedures. This can lead to longer processing times and occasional administrative fees during customs clearance.

Less Predictable Customs Fees

Another noticeable change has been the less predictable nature of customs clearance fees in certain countries. While these charges remain relatively infrequent, some customers may occasionally encounter small processing or brokerage fees issued by local customs authorities or shipping carriers during import clearance.

These charges are determined by the destination country's customs regulations and are outside the control of individual brands or retailers.

Our Approach at Deerah

Despite these global pressures, Deerah continues to prioritize reliable international delivery. The small adjustment in shipping fees allows us to maintain dependable carriers, stable delivery timelines, and careful handling of each embroidered piece.

We remain committed to transparency and to ensuring that every order reaches our customers safely, even during a time when global logistics are experiencing significant change.

As global shipping conditions stabilize, we will continue to review and adjust our policies accordingly.