A surprise credit after an overseas purchase: The tariff refunds now flowing through shippers

Following a Supreme Court decision that struck down sweeping tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump in March 2025, shippers like FedEx, UPS, and DHL are beginning to pass on tariff refunds received from the U.S. government to customers. These refunds are the last step in a monthslong process of returning tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act on imported goods. Customers who originally paid tariffs may check specific carrier websites for details on receiving their direct refund.