FedEx has changed how they apply surcharges to some overweight and oversized packages. The fee increases will kick in on on September 3, 2018.

During the peak holiday shopping season from November 19, 2018 to December 24, 2018, you may be charged fees in addition to the standard surcharge. Here’s a rundown of what you need to know.

Ground Unauthorized Package Charge

The Ground Unauthorized Package Charge will increase from $300 a package to $675. You may be charged an Unauthorized Package Surcharge if a package you ship through FedEx is:

• more than 108 inches long
• more than 165 inches in length and width or depth combined
• more than 150 pounds

Packages that exceed these measurements may be refused for shipment, or returned to you, at FedEx Ground’s discretion.

During the peak holiday season an additional $150 surcharge will be added to the $675 Ground Unauthorized Package Charge.

Additional Handling Surcharge

The Additional Handling Surcharge will increase from $12 per package to $20 for United States express package services, US and international ground services, and international express package services. You may be charged an Additional Handling Surcharge if a package you ship through FedEx is:

• longer than 48 inches on its longest side
• longer than 30 inches on its second-longest side
• weighs more than 70 pounds
• packaged improperly

During the peak holiday season an additional $3.30 per package will be added to the standard Additional Handling Surcharge.

You can learn more about FedEx’s packaging requirements on their website.

Oversize Charge

Packages that exceed 96 inches in length or 130 inches in length and girth are subject to a Oversize Charge of $80 per package.

During the peak holiday season an additional $27.50 per package will be added to the standard Oversize Charge. Learn more about these peak season surcharges on FedEx’s website.

If you buy a FedEx Shipping Label on Etsy and are charged a Ground Unauthorized Package Surcharge, Additional Handling Surcharge, or Oversize Charge by FedEx, you’ll see the surcharge on your Etsy bill.

Go to FedEx.com to get the latest updates on FedEx shipping rates.