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First-Class Mail & Postage | USPS
First-Class Mail service is an affordable and easy way to send envelopes and postcards. First-Class Mail Forever stamps cost $0.82 (the current 1 oz price) and will never expire, even if the First-Class postage rate goes up. To send packages, see USPS Ground Advantage service. Features & Pricing: - Mail delivered in 1–5 days - Our best-priced service for items up to 13 oz - Postmarking & Proof of Mailing: Ask a retail associate at a Post Office retail counter to hand-cancel mail for free to ensure postmarking on the day mailed. Certificate of Mailing available for an extra service fee. - Proof of Delivery: First-Class Mail items are eligible for Delivery Confirmation services such as Certified Mail. - One price for up to 3.5 ounces with commercially priced letters and cards - Prices based on shape and weight Standard Pricing: Letters: Standard-sized, rectangular envelope stamps start at $0.82. Square, oversized, or unusually shaped envelope stamps start at $1.31. Postcards: Standard-sized, rectangular postcard stamps start at $0.65. Oversized postcards need letter stamps, which start at $0.82. Large Envelopes: Large envelopes (flats) start at $1.69. Weight, Size, & Shape Requirements: - Maximum weight for First-Class Mail letters is 3.5 oz; for large First-Class Mail envelopes, the maximum weight is 13 oz. - All postcards and envelopes (or flats) must be rectangular, otherwise an additional charge may apply. Additional Charges: Nonmachinable Envelopes: Unusually shaped mail like square or vertical envelopes, lumpy envelopes, rigid envelopes, and mail with clasps, string, or buttons must be hand-canceled and are charged a nonmachinable surcharge even if they weigh less than 1 oz. Large Mailpieces: Letters exceeding standard envelope maximum dimensions are charged large envelope (flat) prices. Large Envelopes treated as Small Packages: Large First-Class envelopes that exceed maximum dimensions or are rigid, non-rectangular, or not uniformly thick are charged package prices and shipped with USPS Ground Advantage. For Businesses: USPS offers data-driven shipping with commercial prices and automation discounts. First-Class Mail commercial pricing is available for presorted letters and flats with a minimum quantity of 500 mailpieces. Automation discounts may apply. One price up to 3.5 oz available for presort and automation compatible letters and cards.
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First-Class Mail & Postage | USPS
First-Class Mail service is an affordable and easy way to send envelopes and postcards. First-Class Mail Forever stamps cost $0.82 (the current 1 oz price) and will never expire, even if the First-Class postage rate goes up. To send packages, see USPS Ground Advantage service. Features & Pricing: - Mail delivered in 1–5 days - Our best-priced service for items up to 13 oz - Postmarking & Proof of Mailing: Ask a retail associate at a Post Office retail counter to hand-cancel mail for free to ensure postmarking on the day mailed. Certificate of Mailing available for an extra service fee. - Proof of Delivery: First-Class Mail items are eligible for Delivery Confirmation services such as Certified Mail. - One price for up to 3.5 ounces with commercially priced letters and cards - Prices based on shape and weight Standard Pricing: Letters: Standard-sized, rectangular envelope stamps start at $0.82. Square, oversized, or unusually shaped envelope stamps start at $1.31. Postcards: Standard-sized, rectangular postcard stamps start at $0.65. Oversized postcards need letter stamps, which start at $0.82. Large Envelopes: Large envelopes (flats) start at $1.69. Weight, Size, & Shape Requirements: - Maximum weight for First-Class Mail letters is 3.5 oz; for large First-Class Mail envelopes, the maximum weight is 13 oz. - All postcards and envelopes (or flats) must be rectangular, otherwise an additional charge may apply. Additional Charges: Nonmachinable Envelopes: Unusually shaped mail like square or vertical envelopes, lumpy envelopes, rigid envelopes, and mail with clasps, string, or buttons must be hand-canceled and are charged a nonmachinable surcharge even if they weigh less than 1 oz. Large Mailpieces: Letters exceeding standard envelope maximum dimensions are charged large envelope (flat) prices. Large Envelopes treated as Small Packages: Large First-Class envelopes that exceed maximum dimensions or are rigid, non-rectangular, or not uniformly thick are charged package prices and shipped with USPS Ground Advantage. For Businesses: USPS offers data-driven shipping with commercial prices and automation discounts. First-Class Mail commercial pricing is available for presorted letters and flats with a minimum quantity of 500 mailpieces. Automation discounts may apply. One price up to 3.5 oz available for presort and automation compatible letters and cards.
Military & Diplomatic Mail
Military & Diplomatic Mail Special APO/FPO/DPO Supplies, Boxes, & Forms You can ship care packages to military addresses at domestic prices, even if you're sending mail overseas. USPS can help you with: - Free military shipping kits, addressing tips, and country-by-country guidance on what you can and can't send - Filling out customs forms (including more-detailed package descriptions now required for all countries) - Scheduling free package pickup when your shipment is ready to go Customs forms for all packages sent internationally now require more detailed item descriptions. Learn what you need to do. Free Shipping Supplies No matter where your loved ones are, you can use our free shipping supplies to brighten their day! Get Domestic Pricing Ship to an APO/FPO/DPO and you'll pay domestic prices. Shipping Restrictions Find out what you may ship internationally. Restrictions vary by country so review all guidelines carefully. Use Click-N-Ship for APO & FPO Sending Overseas. Click-N-Ship service allows you to create Priority Mail International and Priority Mail Express International postage and address labels. When you send an international package through military and diplomatic mail, follow the destination country's restriction policies and include customs forms when necessary. Click-N-Ship will guide you through the customs forms process. Sending to the U.S. Department of Defense employees sending packages to the U.S. from APO/FPO locations using Click-N-Ship may also use USPS Ground Advantage service. When shipping to the U.S., follow U.S. domestic restriction policies. Print Postage Labels Postmarks If you want to ensure that your mail receives a postmark on the day you mail it, ask a retail associate at a Post Office retail counter to hand-cancel it for free. Get Free Boxes You can order free Priority Mail APO/FPO Large Flat Rate Boxes online from The Postal Store, and your mail carrier will deliver them to right to your door at no charge. Military Guidelines & Country Regulations Click-N-Ship will alert you to some of the prohibitions and restrictions based on the 5-digit Military Post Office ZIP Code you're shipping to, but you are responsible for ensuring your package complies with the laws and regulations of the U.S. and the destination country. You often need a customs form to ship overseas. Click-N-Ship will also let you know which customs forms you need. Anyone sending an international package with an APO, FPO, or MPO Zip Code in the return address needs to create a customs form online or fill out PS Form 2976-R before visiting a retail counter for the clerk to create the label. DPO Package Size Limits If you're sending a package to a DPO location, make sure the item doesn't exceed these maximum dimensions: - Length: 27 inches - Width: 14 inches - Height: 14 inches Helpful Links Find additional information using the resources for military mail and country regulations. Check out International Shipping Prohibitions and Restrictions. Look up a ZIP Code in the APO/FPO/DPO Restrictions Tool. APO/FPO/DPO inquiries: [email protected] Ask your local Post Office location. Call USPS Customer Service at 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777). Addressing Military & Diplomatic Mail Each shipment to an APO/FPO/DPO needs the recipient's name, rank, and unit, and the APO/FPO/DPO address with the 9-digit ZIP Code. Always include a return address. Mail and shipments must be addressed to a specific person; addressing to "Any Service Member" is no longer permitted. To prevent mail from entering foreign mail networks, do not include city or country names in APO/FPO/DPO shipping addresses. Example Addressing Formats: Army/Air Post Office (APO): PFC JOHN DOE, PSC 3 BOX 4120, APO AE 09021 Fleet Post Office (FPO): SEAMAN JOSEPH SMITH, UNIT 100100 BOX 4120, FPO AP 96691 Diplomatic Post Office (DPO): JOHN ADAMS, UNIT 8400 BOX 0000, DPO AE 09498-0048 Schedule a Free Package Pickup Print your own shipping and postage label at home. When your package is ready, schedule a free Package Pickup and your mail carrier will pick it up during normal business hours. Tips for Sending Military & Diplomatic Mail Properly Prepare Your Shipment: Whether shipping to domestic or overseas military and diplomatic Post Offices, make sure you follow the guidelines for preparing your box or envelope correctly so it arrives on time. Learn about size and weight requirements, calculating postage, and dropping off your shipment. Tuck an Address Inside the Box: It's a good idea to include a second piece of paper with the address inside the box, just in case something happens to damage the label on the outside. Be sure to include both the destination address and your return address on the spare copy. Keep Temperature in Mind: Remember that outdoor conditions can affect the contents of your package. Desert temperatures typically exceed 100 degrees, which can damage delicate goods like electronics.
USPS Ground Advantage
USPS Ground Advantage Packages in 2–5 Days USPS Ground Advantage® service is an affordable and reliable way to send packages inside the U.S. Ship to all 50 states, U.S. military bases, territories, possessions, and Freely Associated States. Primary option for sending hazardous materials (HAZMAT) that can't go by air. Prices start at $7.90 at a Post Office™ location. (Ship online with Click-N-Ship® and get lower Commercial Rates. Businesses can get additional savings by opting in to the Business Rate Card.) Ground Advantage for Business For businesses interested in getting negotiated pricing for USPS Ground Advantage, using USPS Ground Advantage Return to manage customer returns, or learning other ways USPS can power up your shipping and logistics, learn more about business options, or if you're ready now, get in touch with a USPS® specialist. Features & Pricing Ground Advantage packages are delivered in 2-5 days and USPS Tracking® service is included in the price. See more details on service features, ways to pay for and print postage, and other benefits below. Our best-priced service for items up to 15.999 oz, based on weight (rounded up to 4 oz, 8 oz, 12 oz, and 15.999 oz) and zone (distance). Packages greater than 15.999 oz are charged by the pound up to 70 lbs (rounded up). Pay for postage using stamps, a self-service kiosk, Click-N-Ship, or at a Post Office. Includes forwarding, undeliverable as addressed (UAA), and return to sender (RTS) at no additional cost. USPS Label Delivery service: Even if you don't have a printer, you can still ship online using Click-N-Ship®—for an extra $1.65 per label, we'll print an outbound label and deliver it to you. Free Package Pickup at your home or office. $100 insurance is included (for both outbound and return shipments), and you can purchase up to $5,000 in additional coverage against loss or damage for merchandise. Primary option for sending hazardous materials (HAZMAT) that are only mailable using Ground Transportation. Weight, Size, & Shape Requirements Flats (Large Envelopes) Being Treated as Packages: You'll need to pay the Ground Advantage price if you have a large First-Class Mail® envelope that is: More than 15" long, 12" high, or 3/4" thick; Rigid (can't bend); or Not uniformly thick (lumpy). Packages Up to 15.999 oz: Price tiers are: up to 4 oz; up to 8 oz; up to 12 oz; and up to 15.999 oz. Round up to the nearest tier: For example, if your package weighs 4.2 oz, you'll pay the 8-oz price. Items over 15.999 oz round up to 1 lb and pay pound-rate prices. Packages over 15.999 oz and up to 70 lbs: Maximum weight is 70 lbs. For items over 15.999 oz (which rounds up to 1 lb), rates are by the pound (lb), rounded up. For example, if your package weighs 8.3 lb, you will pay the 9-lb price. Maximum combined length and girth (girth is the distance around the thickest part) is 130 inches. Additional Package Fees: Double-check your package measurements and contents: You'll pay additional fees if you're shipping a package that is large and lightweight, has a nonstandard size, shape, or material, or has perishable items. Dimensional Weight: Dimensional (DIM) weight rates apply to large, lightweight packages. If your package is larger than 1 cubic foot (1,728 cubic inches): Multiply Length x Width x Height and divide by 139 to get the DIM weight in pounds. Any fraction of an inch must be rounded up to the next whole inch. For example, a measurement of 12.2 inches will be calculated as 13 inches. If the DIM weight is greater than the actual package weight, you'll need to pay the DIM weight price. If you omit or give inaccurate dimensions and/or don't pay the DIM weight rate (when it applies), you'll pay a dimension-noncompliance fee. Nonstandard Fee: You'll pay extra fees for sending nonstandard packages that are harder for USPS to process. Fees vary based on the length, volume, or characteristics: If your package is between 22 and 30 inches long: add $4.50; More than 30 inches long: add $10.00; More than 2 cubic feet (3,456 cubic inches): add $21.00; A nonstandard shape or material: add $4.00. Live Animal & Perishable Handling Fee: You'll pay an extra $7.50 handling fee for packages with live animals or other perishable items including live animals, food, and plants. HAZMAT Handling Fee: If you're sending Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), there is a $0.00 handling fee. Incorrectly labeled commercial shipments may be subject to a HAZMAT noncompliance fee. Mailing Restrictions & Prohibitions: There are specific regulations and standards for mailing restricted, prohibited, and hazardous materials, including cigarettes and smokeless tobacco. Shipping to a Military Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO): You'll pay domestic prices for packages shipped to a Military Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO), but these destinations require a customs form and have specific restrictions. For mailable items up to 70 lbs. Expected delivery in 2–5 days. Packages going to certain places (including Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore destinations), or containing hazardous materials or live animals may receive slower service.
Receive Mail & Packages
USPS offers several ways to manage incoming mail and packages. Customers can track packages by entering up to 35 USPS Tracking numbers. The Informed Delivery service allows both business and personal accounts to preview images of mail and manage incoming packages on one dashboard without entering tracking numbers. Features include text or email notifications, schedule delivery alerts, request Redelivery, and USPS Delivery Instructions. Informed Delivery for personal accounts includes USPS Electronic Signature Online (USPS eSOL), allowing digital signing for packages requiring signatures including Priority Mail Express, Signature Confirmation, and those insured for $500 or more. For Standard Forward Mail and Change of Address, USPS requires identity verification through a mobile phone verification code or by visiting a Post Office with photo ID, plus a $1.25 verification fee. Change of address requests last 12 months and can be extended. Premium Forwarding Service Residential is available for vacations or out-of-town assignments with weekly fees for periods as short as 2 weeks up to 1 year. USPS Package Intercept allows senders to redirect domestic packages, letters, and flats before delivery. PO Boxes are available in various sizes and costs for separating mail or keeping addresses private. USPS Hold Mail keeps mail at the local Post Office for 3-30 days. Hold For Pickup allows recipients to collect packages at local Post Offices. Schedule Redelivery Service lets customers reschedule missed deliveries for convenient times, with options for USPS Smart Locker delivery in select markets. USPS Delivery Instructions allows customers to authorize carriers to leave packages in specified locations, with neighbors, or held for pickup, with options to upgrade service or add insurance.
USPS Package Intercept - Stop Delivery of Letter or Package
USPS Package Intercept For a fee, USPS Package Intercept service lets the sender (or authorized representative) stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. Retail Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup. You can only request a Package Intercept online with a USPS.com account. Commercial Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address, to a new delivery address, or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup via Business Customer Gateway. How It Works 1. Verify that your shipment is eligible for Package Intercept. 2. If eligible, sign in to or create a USPS.com account to submit your request. 3. Use Retail Package Intercept to request that USPS redirect the shipment back to the original sender (you), hold it at the destination Post Office location, or hold it at a new Post Office location. 4. After submitting your request, you'll be provided an estimated total (intercept fee plus estimated postage, if applicable). We will then attempt to intercept and redirect the shipment. 5. If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $19.45 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly. 6. Your shipment will be redirected to the location you requested. Intercept a Retail Package Paying for Package Intercept Intercepted items will be redirected as the service it was originally sent with (Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, or First-Class Mail). You must pay the applicable postage. Customers will not be charged if the shipment was not intercepted. If successfully intercepted, the non-refundable Package Intercept fee is applied to each intercept request. Package Intercept Price Information Retail and commercial customers can also purchase additional services for the intercepted package, like Adult Signature Required, Adult Signature Restricted Delivery, Signature Confirmation, and insurance. Determining Eligibility USPS Package Intercept is not a guaranteed service and certain conditions apply. What Is Eligible - Domestic USPS mail services with a USPS Tracking or extra services barcode - Packages whose total length and girth length is not larger than 130 inches What Is Not Eligible - USPS Marketing Mail products and periodicals - Items addressed to a Commercial Mailing Receiving Agency - Items redirected to a PO Box - Nonmailable items, items with surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or items bearing other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D
Money Orders
Money Orders | USPS Sending Money Orders When sending money by mail, use money orders as a safe alternative to cash and personal checks. U.S. Postal Service money orders are affordable, widely accepted, and never expire. Your money order receipt will help you track your payment and show proof of value in case the money order gets lost, stolen, or damaged. You can buy or cash postal money orders at any Post Office location. How to Send Domestic Money Orders 1. Decide on the money order amount. You can send up to $1,000 in a single order anywhere in the United States. 2. Go to any Post Office location. 3. Take cash or a debit card. You cannot pay with a credit card. 4. Fill out the money order at the counter with a retail associate. 5. Pay the dollar value of the money order plus the issuing fee. 6. Keep your receipt to track the money order. Money Order Fees Fees are based on the money order dollar amount: - $0.01 to $500.00: $2.65 - $500.01 to $1,000.00: $3.75 - Postal Military Money Orders (issued by military facilities): $0.85 Receiving Postal Money Orders – How to Spot a Fake Before you accept a money order, make sure it's real. Real postal money orders have specific marks and designs to prevent fraud. There are 4 valid designs. Red, Blue, & Red Postal Money Order (July 2025) This version has a red, blue, and red color pattern with subtle design features of an eagle head and an American flag, plus a QR Code in the center. Red & Blue Postal Money Order (February 2025) This version has a red and blue color pattern with subtle design features of an eagle head and an American flag, plus a QR Code in the center. Green & Purple Postal Money Order (Point-of-Sale Version) This version has a green and purple color pattern with a U.S. Mail 1970 eagle logo in the center. Green & Purple Postal Money Order (Paymaster Version) This version has a green and purple color pattern with a U.S. Mail 1970 eagle logo in the center. Suspect a Fake? Check the dollar amount: Domestic money orders cannot be more than $1,000. The words and numbers for the amount should match. Discoloration or paper fiber disturbance around the dollar amounts may show the amounts were changed. If you can easily see watermarks without holding them up to the light, it may mean fraud. If you think you have been given a fake money order, verify the money order online by scanning the QR code, visiting tools.usps.com/money-orders.htm, or calling the Money Order Verification System at 1-866-459-7822. If you suspect fraud, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) at 1-877-876-2455 or www.uspis.gov/report. How to Cash Domestic Money Orders Domestic money orders never expire and they do not accrue interest. Money orders are cashed for the exact amount on the order. You can cash a USPS money order at a Post Office for free. You can also cash them at most banks and some stores. Rural carriers may cash money orders if they have enough money on hand. Cashing a Money Order at the Post Office: 1. Do not sign the money order. 2. Take a primary photo ID with the money order to any Post Office location. 3. Sign the money order at the counter in front of a retail associate. Check the Status of a Money Order You can check the status of a money order you have purchased from the U.S. Postal Service at any time by visiting the Money Orders Application. Make sure you have the following information: Serial number, Post Office number, and dollar amount. Replacing Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Money Orders Lost or Stolen Money Orders: You cannot stop payment on postal money orders, but a lost or stolen money order can be replaced. Money order loss or theft may take up to 30 days to confirm. Investigating a money order's lost or stolen status may take up to 60 days. There is a $23.00 processing fee to replace a lost or stolen money order. Requestin a Refund: Take your money order receipt to any Post Office location. Talk to a retail associate at the counter to start a Money Order Inquiry. After starting the inquiry, you will be able to check the status of your money order and inquiry progress by visiting the Money Orders Application. When your money order is confirmed lost or stolen, we will issue you a replacement money order. Damaged Money Orders: We will replace money orders that are defective or damaged. Take the damaged money order and your receipt to your local Post Office location to get a replacement.
Label Broker & Label Delivery Service
Label Broker & Label Delivery Service - Print Shipping Labels Without a Printer Do you need to print a shipping label, but don't have a printer? USPS gives you several options: USPS Label Broker® Service: Bring your Label Broker ID (a QR Code) to a Post Office location that has Label Broker at the counter or a Label Broker self-service kiosk and get it printed, free! USPS Label Delivery Service: For a fee, get a shipping label delivered directly to you. Someone Sent You a Label Broker ID (a QR Code) You're returning something to a store or sending something to a customer through an ecommerce platform, and they sent you an email or text with a Label Broker ID (a QR Code). Here's what you do next to create your shipping label: You DO Have a Printer: 1. Go to the Label Broker tool. 2. Type in the 8-10 character Label Broker ID (under the QR Code) and your ZIP Code, then hit the "Download Label" button. 3. You'll download your prepaid shipping label (a PDF file). Print that label. 4. Pack and seal your package, and tape the shipping label to it. 5. Drop off your ready-to-ship package at a Post Office location (or schedule a free package pickup). You DON'T Have a Printer: 1. Save the Label Broker ID on your phone. 2. Pack and seal your package. 3. Take your ready-to-ship package and the Label Broker ID to a USPS location that supports Label Broker. 4. Go to the counter, give your package to the Retail Associate, and scan the Label Broker ID (QR Code) on your phone. They'll do the rest! (Or, if the location has a Label Broker self-service kiosk, you can do it yourself.) You're Sending a Package Using Click-N-Ship & You Want to Print a Label at the Post Office You're using Click-N-Ship to make and pay for a shipping label for your package, but don't have your own printer. No problem, you can print your shipping label at a Post Office location. 1. Pay for your postage using Click-N-Ship. 2. When prompted, choose the option to "Print later at Post Office." 3. USPS will send you an email with a Label Broker ID (QR Code followed by 8-10 characters). Save this email on your phone. 4. Pack and seal your package. 5. Take your ready-to-ship package and your Label Broker ID to a USPS location that supports Label Broker (suggested locations are listed in the email). 6. Go to the counter, give your package to the Retail Associate, and show them the Label Broker QR Code on your phone. They'll do the rest! Or, for locations with a Label Broker self-service kiosk, you can skip the line, get your label, and drop off your package. Save Time: Print Labels at Self-Service Kiosks Self-service kiosks are automated stations you can use for many USPS tasks, including printing prepaid shipping labels with Label Broker. 1. Create and pay for a shipping label using Click-N-Ship. 2. Choose the option to "Print later at Post Office." 3. USPS will send you an email with a Label Broker ID (a QR Code). Save this email on your phone. (Or, if you're getting a Label Broker ID from a store or ecommerce platform, they'll email or text it to you.) 4. Find a USPS location with a Label Broker self-service kiosk, and take your ready-to-ship package and your Label Broker ID to the kiosk. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to "Scan QR Code for Label" (or enter the 8-10 character Label Broker ID) when asked. 6. After the shipping label prints, stick it to your package. 7. Drop off your package at the drop-off area or receptacle. If you're not sure where, ask a Retail Associate. USPS Label Delivery Service When you use Click-N-Ship to create shipping labels online, you can add Label Delivery Service, where USPS will print and deliver you the physical labels for an additional $1.65 fee (per label). 1. Create a shipping label using Click-N-Ship. 2. Go to "Select Extra Services" and choose "Label Delivery—Outbound." 3. After you complete and pay for your label, your USPS letter carrier will deliver the printed label to your address. For Businesses Label Broker: Just like regular customers, small businesses can bring Label Broker IDs and their sealed and ready-to-ship packages to Post Office locations to print and send. Plus, if you're a business interested in offering Label Broker to your customers (so they can easily send you returns), learn more about how you can sign up. Label Delivery Service: If you're using Click-N-Ship with a business account, not only can you request Label Delivery service for your outbound label (for a fee, USPS will send you the label for the package going to your customer); for an additional fee, we will send you a prepaid return label that your customer can use for painless returns. (You only get charged for the return postage if your customer uses the label.)
Custom Mail, Cards, & Envelopes
Create Custom Mail, Cards, & Envelopes Turn digital photos into personalized greeting cards or postcards with our third-party vendors. Choose from a variety of templates and stock photos or add your own. You can also personalize pre-stamped envelopes with your return address in a unique font. Explore all the ways you can customize your USPS mail, then select a link to get started. Custom Cards & Stationery If you need personalized letters, invitations, announcements, or greeting cards, third-party vendors can help you design, address, and send your mail when it's ready to go. Custom photo cards let friends and family know and remember your life events—moves, weddings, births, graduations, and more. Amazingmail: Turn your beautiful photos into personalized greeting cards — all printed and mailed the next business day. Select from hundreds of designs for any occasion or create your own. Simply upload your photos, add your addresses, and press send. We'll print, stuff, address, stamp, and mail your cards the next business day with durable Postal Protect coating and First-Class Mail postage included. Click2Mail: Click2Mail makes it easy to create postcards, letters in envelopes, self-mailers, and other useful mailpieces online — no stamps, no permits, no minimum quantities — and they can be printed and in the mail the next business day. Send First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, and nonprofit mail, all of which can be fully personalized and designed by you. Personalized Stamped Envelopes Personalize stamped stationery or postcards with your return address in a designed font—it's easy. Select an envelope or postcard. Pick a stamp image. Choose a font for your return address. Have your personalized envelopes shipped directly to your door. Business Mail Advertising Reaching your customers with the right mailpiece is the secret to gaining more business. USPS third-party direct mail specialists can help you format, design, print, and send engaging, actionable mail.
USPS Package Intercept - Stop Delivery of Letter or Package
USPS Package Intercept For a fee, USPS Package Intercept service lets the sender (or authorized representative) stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. Retail Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup. You can only request a Package Intercept online with a USPS.com account. Commercial Senders: You can redirect a shipment back to your address, to a new delivery address, or to a Post Office location as Hold For Pickup via Business Customer Gateway. How It Works 1. Verify that your shipment is eligible for Package Intercept. 2. If eligible, sign in to or create a USPS.com account to submit your request. 3. Use Retail Package Intercept to request that USPS redirect the shipment back to the original sender (you), hold it at the destination Post Office location, or hold it at a new Post Office location. 4. After submitting your request, you'll be provided an estimated total (intercept fee plus estimated postage, if applicable). We will then attempt to intercept and redirect the shipment. 5. If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $19.45 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly. 6. Your shipment will be redirected to the location you requested. Intercept a Retail Package Paying for Package Intercept Intercepted items will be redirected as the service it was originally sent with (Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, or First-Class Mail). You must pay the applicable postage. Customers will not be charged if the shipment was not intercepted. If successfully intercepted, the non-refundable Package Intercept fee is applied to each intercept request. Package Intercept Price Information Retail and commercial customers can also purchase additional services for the intercepted package, like Adult Signature Required, Adult Signature Restricted Delivery, Signature Confirmation, and insurance. Determining Eligibility USPS Package Intercept is not a guaranteed service and certain conditions apply. What Is Eligible - Domestic USPS mail services with a USPS Tracking or extra services barcode - Packages whose total length and girth length is not larger than 130 inches What Is Not Eligible - USPS Marketing Mail products and periodicals - Items addressed to a Commercial Mailing Receiving Agency - Items redirected to a PO Box - Nonmailable items, items with surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or items bearing other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D
USPS Ground Advantage
USPS Ground Advantage Packages in 2–5 Days USPS Ground Advantage® service is an affordable and reliable way to send packages inside the U.S. Ship to all 50 states, U.S. military bases, territories, possessions, and Freely Associated States. Primary option for sending hazardous materials (HAZMAT) that can't go by air. Prices start at $7.90 at a Post Office™ location. (Ship online with Click-N-Ship® and get lower Commercial Rates. Businesses can get additional savings by opting in to the Business Rate Card.) Ground Advantage for Business For businesses interested in getting negotiated pricing for USPS Ground Advantage, using USPS Ground Advantage Return to manage customer returns, or learning other ways USPS can power up your shipping and logistics, learn more about business options, or if you're ready now, get in touch with a USPS® specialist. Features & Pricing Ground Advantage packages are delivered in 2-5 days and USPS Tracking® service is included in the price. See more details on service features, ways to pay for and print postage, and other benefits below. Our best-priced service for items up to 15.999 oz, based on weight (rounded up to 4 oz, 8 oz, 12 oz, and 15.999 oz) and zone (distance). Packages greater than 15.999 oz are charged by the pound up to 70 lbs (rounded up). Pay for postage using stamps, a self-service kiosk, Click-N-Ship, or at a Post Office. Includes forwarding, undeliverable as addressed (UAA), and return to sender (RTS) at no additional cost. USPS Label Delivery service: Even if you don't have a printer, you can still ship online using Click-N-Ship®—for an extra $1.65 per label, we'll print an outbound label and deliver it to you. Free Package Pickup at your home or office. $100 insurance is included (for both outbound and return shipments), and you can purchase up to $5,000 in additional coverage against loss or damage for merchandise. Primary option for sending hazardous materials (HAZMAT) that are only mailable using Ground Transportation. Weight, Size, & Shape Requirements Flats (Large Envelopes) Being Treated as Packages: You'll need to pay the Ground Advantage price if you have a large First-Class Mail® envelope that is: More than 15" long, 12" high, or 3/4" thick; Rigid (can't bend); or Not uniformly thick (lumpy). Packages Up to 15.999 oz: Price tiers are: up to 4 oz; up to 8 oz; up to 12 oz; and up to 15.999 oz. Round up to the nearest tier: For example, if your package weighs 4.2 oz, you'll pay the 8-oz price. Items over 15.999 oz round up to 1 lb and pay pound-rate prices. Packages over 15.999 oz and up to 70 lbs: Maximum weight is 70 lbs. For items over 15.999 oz (which rounds up to 1 lb), rates are by the pound (lb), rounded up. For example, if your package weighs 8.3 lb, you will pay the 9-lb price. Maximum combined length and girth (girth is the distance around the thickest part) is 130 inches. Additional Package Fees: Double-check your package measurements and contents: You'll pay additional fees if you're shipping a package that is large and lightweight, has a nonstandard size, shape, or material, or has perishable items. Dimensional Weight: Dimensional (DIM) weight rates apply to large, lightweight packages. If your package is larger than 1 cubic foot (1,728 cubic inches): Multiply Length x Width x Height and divide by 139 to get the DIM weight in pounds. Any fraction of an inch must be rounded up to the next whole inch. For example, a measurement of 12.2 inches will be calculated as 13 inches. If the DIM weight is greater than the actual package weight, you'll need to pay the DIM weight price. If you omit or give inaccurate dimensions and/or don't pay the DIM weight rate (when it applies), you'll pay a dimension-noncompliance fee. Nonstandard Fee: You'll pay extra fees for sending nonstandard packages that are harder for USPS to process. Fees vary based on the length, volume, or characteristics: If your package is between 22 and 30 inches long: add $4.50; More than 30 inches long: add $10.00; More than 2 cubic feet (3,456 cubic inches): add $21.00; A nonstandard shape or material: add $4.00. Live Animal & Perishable Handling Fee: You'll pay an extra $7.50 handling fee for packages with live animals or other perishable items including live animals, food, and plants. HAZMAT Handling Fee: If you're sending Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), there is a $0.00 handling fee. Incorrectly labeled commercial shipments may be subject to a HAZMAT noncompliance fee. Mailing Restrictions & Prohibitions: There are specific regulations and standards for mailing restricted, prohibited, and hazardous materials, including cigarettes and smokeless tobacco. Shipping to a Military Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO): You'll pay domestic prices for packages shipped to a Military Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO), but these destinations require a customs form and have specific restrictions. For mailable items up to 70 lbs. Expected delivery in 2–5 days. Packages going to certain places (including Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore destinations), or containing hazardous materials or live animals may receive slower service.
Custom Mail, Cards, & Envelopes
Create Custom Mail, Cards, & Envelopes Turn digital photos into personalized greeting cards or postcards with our third-party vendors. Choose from a variety of templates and stock photos or add your own. You can also personalize pre-stamped envelopes with your return address in a unique font. Explore all the ways you can customize your USPS mail, then select a link to get started. Custom Cards & Stationery If you need personalized letters, invitations, announcements, or greeting cards, third-party vendors can help you design, address, and send your mail when it's ready to go. Custom photo cards let friends and family know and remember your life events—moves, weddings, births, graduations, and more. Amazingmail: Turn your beautiful photos into personalized greeting cards — all printed and mailed the next business day. Select from hundreds of designs for any occasion or create your own. Simply upload your photos, add your addresses, and press send. We'll print, stuff, address, stamp, and mail your cards the next business day with durable Postal Protect coating and First-Class Mail postage included. Click2Mail: Click2Mail makes it easy to create postcards, letters in envelopes, self-mailers, and other useful mailpieces online — no stamps, no permits, no minimum quantities — and they can be printed and in the mail the next business day. Send First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, and nonprofit mail, all of which can be fully personalized and designed by you. Personalized Stamped Envelopes Personalize stamped stationery or postcards with your return address in a designed font—it's easy. Select an envelope or postcard. Pick a stamp image. Choose a font for your return address. Have your personalized envelopes shipped directly to your door. Business Mail Advertising Reaching your customers with the right mailpiece is the secret to gaining more business. USPS third-party direct mail specialists can help you format, design, print, and send engaging, actionable mail.
Military & Diplomatic Mail
Military & Diplomatic Mail Special APO/FPO/DPO Supplies, Boxes, & Forms You can ship care packages to military addresses at domestic prices, even if you're sending mail overseas. USPS can help you with: - Free military shipping kits, addressing tips, and country-by-country guidance on what you can and can't send - Filling out customs forms (including more-detailed package descriptions now required for all countries) - Scheduling free package pickup when your shipment is ready to go Customs forms for all packages sent internationally now require more detailed item descriptions. Learn what you need to do. Free Shipping Supplies No matter where your loved ones are, you can use our free shipping supplies to brighten their day! Get Domestic Pricing Ship to an APO/FPO/DPO and you'll pay domestic prices. Shipping Restrictions Find out what you may ship internationally. Restrictions vary by country so review all guidelines carefully. Use Click-N-Ship for APO & FPO Sending Overseas. Click-N-Ship service allows you to create Priority Mail International and Priority Mail Express International postage and address labels. When you send an international package through military and diplomatic mail, follow the destination country's restriction policies and include customs forms when necessary. Click-N-Ship will guide you through the customs forms process. Sending to the U.S. Department of Defense employees sending packages to the U.S. from APO/FPO locations using Click-N-Ship may also use USPS Ground Advantage service. When shipping to the U.S., follow U.S. domestic restriction policies. Print Postage Labels Postmarks If you want to ensure that your mail receives a postmark on the day you mail it, ask a retail associate at a Post Office retail counter to hand-cancel it for free. Get Free Boxes You can order free Priority Mail APO/FPO Large Flat Rate Boxes online from The Postal Store, and your mail carrier will deliver them to right to your door at no charge. Military Guidelines & Country Regulations Click-N-Ship will alert you to some of the prohibitions and restrictions based on the 5-digit Military Post Office ZIP Code you're shipping to, but you are responsible for ensuring your package complies with the laws and regulations of the U.S. and the destination country. You often need a customs form to ship overseas. Click-N-Ship will also let you know which customs forms you need. Anyone sending an international package with an APO, FPO, or MPO Zip Code in the return address needs to create a customs form online or fill out PS Form 2976-R before visiting a retail counter for the clerk to create the label. DPO Package Size Limits If you're sending a package to a DPO location, make sure the item doesn't exceed these maximum dimensions: - Length: 27 inches - Width: 14 inches - Height: 14 inches Helpful Links Find additional information using the resources for military mail and country regulations. Check out International Shipping Prohibitions and Restrictions. Look up a ZIP Code in the APO/FPO/DPO Restrictions Tool. APO/FPO/DPO inquiries: [email protected] Ask your local Post Office location. Call USPS Customer Service at 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777). Addressing Military & Diplomatic Mail Each shipment to an APO/FPO/DPO needs the recipient's name, rank, and unit, and the APO/FPO/DPO address with the 9-digit ZIP Code. Always include a return address. Mail and shipments must be addressed to a specific person; addressing to "Any Service Member" is no longer permitted. To prevent mail from entering foreign mail networks, do not include city or country names in APO/FPO/DPO shipping addresses. Example Addressing Formats: Army/Air Post Office (APO): PFC JOHN DOE, PSC 3 BOX 4120, APO AE 09021 Fleet Post Office (FPO): SEAMAN JOSEPH SMITH, UNIT 100100 BOX 4120, FPO AP 96691 Diplomatic Post Office (DPO): JOHN ADAMS, UNIT 8400 BOX 0000, DPO AE 09498-0048 Schedule a Free Package Pickup Print your own shipping and postage label at home. When your package is ready, schedule a free Package Pickup and your mail carrier will pick it up during normal business hours. Tips for Sending Military & Diplomatic Mail Properly Prepare Your Shipment: Whether shipping to domestic or overseas military and diplomatic Post Offices, make sure you follow the guidelines for preparing your box or envelope correctly so it arrives on time. Learn about size and weight requirements, calculating postage, and dropping off your shipment. Tuck an Address Inside the Box: It's a good idea to include a second piece of paper with the address inside the box, just in case something happens to damage the label on the outside. Be sure to include both the destination address and your return address on the spare copy. Keep Temperature in Mind: Remember that outdoor conditions can affect the contents of your package. Desert temperatures typically exceed 100 degrees, which can damage delicate goods like electronics.
Money Orders
Money Orders | USPS Sending Money Orders When sending money by mail, use money orders as a safe alternative to cash and personal checks. U.S. Postal Service money orders are affordable, widely accepted, and never expire. Your money order receipt will help you track your payment and show proof of value in case the money order gets lost, stolen, or damaged. You can buy or cash postal money orders at any Post Office location. How to Send Domestic Money Orders 1. Decide on the money order amount. You can send up to $1,000 in a single order anywhere in the United States. 2. Go to any Post Office location. 3. Take cash or a debit card. You cannot pay with a credit card. 4. Fill out the money order at the counter with a retail associate. 5. Pay the dollar value of the money order plus the issuing fee. 6. Keep your receipt to track the money order. Money Order Fees Fees are based on the money order dollar amount: - $0.01 to $500.00: $2.65 - $500.01 to $1,000.00: $3.75 - Postal Military Money Orders (issued by military facilities): $0.85 Receiving Postal Money Orders – How to Spot a Fake Before you accept a money order, make sure it's real. Real postal money orders have specific marks and designs to prevent fraud. There are 4 valid designs. Red, Blue, & Red Postal Money Order (July 2025) This version has a red, blue, and red color pattern with subtle design features of an eagle head and an American flag, plus a QR Code in the center. Red & Blue Postal Money Order (February 2025) This version has a red and blue color pattern with subtle design features of an eagle head and an American flag, plus a QR Code in the center. Green & Purple Postal Money Order (Point-of-Sale Version) This version has a green and purple color pattern with a U.S. Mail 1970 eagle logo in the center. Green & Purple Postal Money Order (Paymaster Version) This version has a green and purple color pattern with a U.S. Mail 1970 eagle logo in the center. Suspect a Fake? Check the dollar amount: Domestic money orders cannot be more than $1,000. The words and numbers for the amount should match. Discoloration or paper fiber disturbance around the dollar amounts may show the amounts were changed. If you can easily see watermarks without holding them up to the light, it may mean fraud. If you think you have been given a fake money order, verify the money order online by scanning the QR code, visiting tools.usps.com/money-orders.htm, or calling the Money Order Verification System at 1-866-459-7822. If you suspect fraud, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) at 1-877-876-2455 or www.uspis.gov/report. How to Cash Domestic Money Orders Domestic money orders never expire and they do not accrue interest. Money orders are cashed for the exact amount on the order. You can cash a USPS money order at a Post Office for free. You can also cash them at most banks and some stores. Rural carriers may cash money orders if they have enough money on hand. Cashing a Money Order at the Post Office: 1. Do not sign the money order. 2. Take a primary photo ID with the money order to any Post Office location. 3. Sign the money order at the counter in front of a retail associate. Check the Status of a Money Order You can check the status of a money order you have purchased from the U.S. Postal Service at any time by visiting the Money Orders Application. Make sure you have the following information: Serial number, Post Office number, and dollar amount. Replacing Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Money Orders Lost or Stolen Money Orders: You cannot stop payment on postal money orders, but a lost or stolen money order can be replaced. Money order loss or theft may take up to 30 days to confirm. Investigating a money order's lost or stolen status may take up to 60 days. There is a $23.00 processing fee to replace a lost or stolen money order. Requestin a Refund: Take your money order receipt to any Post Office location. Talk to a retail associate at the counter to start a Money Order Inquiry. After starting the inquiry, you will be able to check the status of your money order and inquiry progress by visiting the Money Orders Application. When your money order is confirmed lost or stolen, we will issue you a replacement money order. Damaged Money Orders: We will replace money orders that are defective or damaged. Take the damaged money order and your receipt to your local Post Office location to get a replacement.
First-Class Mail & Postage | USPS
First-Class Mail service is an affordable and easy way to send envelopes and postcards. First-Class Mail Forever stamps cost $0.82 (the current 1 oz price) and will never expire, even if the First-Class postage rate goes up. To send packages, see USPS Ground Advantage service. Features & Pricing: - Mail delivered in 1–5 days - Our best-priced service for items up to 13 oz - Postmarking & Proof of Mailing: Ask a retail associate at a Post Office retail counter to hand-cancel mail for free to ensure postmarking on the day mailed. Certificate of Mailing available for an extra service fee. - Proof of Delivery: First-Class Mail items are eligible for Delivery Confirmation services such as Certified Mail. - One price for up to 3.5 ounces with commercially priced letters and cards - Prices based on shape and weight Standard Pricing: Letters: Standard-sized, rectangular envelope stamps start at $0.82. Square, oversized, or unusually shaped envelope stamps start at $1.31. Postcards: Standard-sized, rectangular postcard stamps start at $0.65. Oversized postcards need letter stamps, which start at $0.82. Large Envelopes: Large envelopes (flats) start at $1.69. Weight, Size, & Shape Requirements: - Maximum weight for First-Class Mail letters is 3.5 oz; for large First-Class Mail envelopes, the maximum weight is 13 oz. - All postcards and envelopes (or flats) must be rectangular, otherwise an additional charge may apply. Additional Charges: Nonmachinable Envelopes: Unusually shaped mail like square or vertical envelopes, lumpy envelopes, rigid envelopes, and mail with clasps, string, or buttons must be hand-canceled and are charged a nonmachinable surcharge even if they weigh less than 1 oz. Large Mailpieces: Letters exceeding standard envelope maximum dimensions are charged large envelope (flat) prices. Large Envelopes treated as Small Packages: Large First-Class envelopes that exceed maximum dimensions or are rigid, non-rectangular, or not uniformly thick are charged package prices and shipped with USPS Ground Advantage. For Businesses: USPS offers data-driven shipping with commercial prices and automation discounts. First-Class Mail commercial pricing is available for presorted letters and flats with a minimum quantity of 500 mailpieces. Automation discounts may apply. One price up to 3.5 oz available for presort and automation compatible letters and cards.
Label Broker & Label Delivery Service
Label Broker & Label Delivery Service - Print Shipping Labels Without a Printer Do you need to print a shipping label, but don't have a printer? USPS gives you several options: USPS Label Broker® Service: Bring your Label Broker ID (a QR Code) to a Post Office location that has Label Broker at the counter or a Label Broker self-service kiosk and get it printed, free! USPS Label Delivery Service: For a fee, get a shipping label delivered directly to you. Someone Sent You a Label Broker ID (a QR Code) You're returning something to a store or sending something to a customer through an ecommerce platform, and they sent you an email or text with a Label Broker ID (a QR Code). Here's what you do next to create your shipping label: You DO Have a Printer: 1. Go to the Label Broker tool. 2. Type in the 8-10 character Label Broker ID (under the QR Code) and your ZIP Code, then hit the "Download Label" button. 3. You'll download your prepaid shipping label (a PDF file). Print that label. 4. Pack and seal your package, and tape the shipping label to it. 5. Drop off your ready-to-ship package at a Post Office location (or schedule a free package pickup). You DON'T Have a Printer: 1. Save the Label Broker ID on your phone. 2. Pack and seal your package. 3. Take your ready-to-ship package and the Label Broker ID to a USPS location that supports Label Broker. 4. Go to the counter, give your package to the Retail Associate, and scan the Label Broker ID (QR Code) on your phone. They'll do the rest! (Or, if the location has a Label Broker self-service kiosk, you can do it yourself.) You're Sending a Package Using Click-N-Ship & You Want to Print a Label at the Post Office You're using Click-N-Ship to make and pay for a shipping label for your package, but don't have your own printer. No problem, you can print your shipping label at a Post Office location. 1. Pay for your postage using Click-N-Ship. 2. When prompted, choose the option to "Print later at Post Office." 3. USPS will send you an email with a Label Broker ID (QR Code followed by 8-10 characters). Save this email on your phone. 4. Pack and seal your package. 5. Take your ready-to-ship package and your Label Broker ID to a USPS location that supports Label Broker (suggested locations are listed in the email). 6. Go to the counter, give your package to the Retail Associate, and show them the Label Broker QR Code on your phone. They'll do the rest! Or, for locations with a Label Broker self-service kiosk, you can skip the line, get your label, and drop off your package. Save Time: Print Labels at Self-Service Kiosks Self-service kiosks are automated stations you can use for many USPS tasks, including printing prepaid shipping labels with Label Broker. 1. Create and pay for a shipping label using Click-N-Ship. 2. Choose the option to "Print later at Post Office." 3. USPS will send you an email with a Label Broker ID (a QR Code). Save this email on your phone. (Or, if you're getting a Label Broker ID from a store or ecommerce platform, they'll email or text it to you.) 4. Find a USPS location with a Label Broker self-service kiosk, and take your ready-to-ship package and your Label Broker ID to the kiosk. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to "Scan QR Code for Label" (or enter the 8-10 character Label Broker ID) when asked. 6. After the shipping label prints, stick it to your package. 7. Drop off your package at the drop-off area or receptacle. If you're not sure where, ask a Retail Associate. USPS Label Delivery Service When you use Click-N-Ship to create shipping labels online, you can add Label Delivery Service, where USPS will print and deliver you the physical labels for an additional $1.65 fee (per label). 1. Create a shipping label using Click-N-Ship. 2. Go to "Select Extra Services" and choose "Label Delivery—Outbound." 3. After you complete and pay for your label, your USPS letter carrier will deliver the printed label to your address. For Businesses Label Broker: Just like regular customers, small businesses can bring Label Broker IDs and their sealed and ready-to-ship packages to Post Office locations to print and send. Plus, if you're a business interested in offering Label Broker to your customers (so they can easily send you returns), learn more about how you can sign up. Label Delivery Service: If you're using Click-N-Ship with a business account, not only can you request Label Delivery service for your outbound label (for a fee, USPS will send you the label for the package going to your customer); for an additional fee, we will send you a prepaid return label that your customer can use for painless returns. (You only get charged for the return postage if your customer uses the label.)
Online Shipping with Click-N-Ship
Online Shipping with Click-N-Ship Instantly get discounted rates and enhanced features when you send packages with Click-N-Ship. It's also the easiest way to buy postage for USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express. Built For You We built Click-N-Ship with you in mind. Our enhanced features save you time and money. Click-N-Ship Features: Free Shipping Supplies - You don't have to leave Click-N-Ship to order select supplies. Simply add them to your cart while you create a label. Advanced Label Manager - Easily organize and store your labels before you purchase. Enjoy the convenience of bulk editing, creating return labels, and more. Automatic Discounts - All users automatically get discounted commercial pricing when you order with Click-N-Ship. Ship Again - No need to create a new label for recurring shipments, just visit your Shipping History and select 'Ship Again'. Shipping History - Shipping history doesn't just keep a record of what you've purchased. You can track, re-print, request a refund, and more. Shipping Preferences - Save all your shipping preferences, including package and printing options, and default return address. Business Rate Card - Business users: Sign up for non-published, discounted prices for Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and their return services. Ship Packages Easily From Home or Office Ship online from anywhere in 3 simple steps. Step 1 - Prepare: Create a free USPS.com account to start shipping. From there, enjoy discounted pricing, order free shipping supplies, and more with Click-N-Ship. Save your shipping preferences like package and printing options, default return address, and reference numbers. Set package delivery instructions when you create your shipping label. Step 2 - Print: Once you've bought your USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail, or Priority Mail Express label(s), all you need to do is print them out and put them on your package. Alternative options include USPS Label Broker Service: Buy your postage, get a Label Broker ID, and bring it to a Post Office location. USPS Label Delivery Service: For a $1.65 fee per label, get a physical shipping label delivered directly to you. Step 3 - Ship: Now you're ready to ship your packages. You can drop them off at your local Post Office or schedule a free package pickup and USPS will come right to your door. Need a return label? Easily print them for free and you'll only be charged once they've been used. Your shipping history keeps a record of all purchased labels. Keep your recipient updated with USPS Tracking, included when you ship with USPS Ground Advantage. Shipping for Business USPS offers a variety of shipping services, postage options, and tools for businesses. Learn about volume discounts and affordable ways to ship customer orders.
Book Passport Appointment
Schedule An Appointment through USPS for passport services. The appointment scheduling system allows users to: 1) Choose a service type including New Passport Only, New Passport with Photo Services, Passport Renewal, Digital Photo Services Only, or Hard Copy Photo Services Only. Users specify the number of adults and minors under 16 years old. 2) Search for appointments by location or date. Users enter city/state or ZIP code and select a radius (1-100 miles) to find the 5 closest Post Office locations providing passport services. Appointments can be searched up to 4 weeks in advance, excluding holidays. 3) Select a time from available appointments. Each appointment takes approximately 15 minutes per person. Users are instructed to arrive 10 minutes early. 4) Provide contact information including first name, last name, phone number, and email address. Users choose a verification method (text message or email) to receive a verification code for identity confirmation. 5) Review and confirm appointment details before finalizing. Important notes: Users must complete and print their passport application form before applying at https://pptform.state.gov. Passport Renewal appointments cannot be booked online; eligible users must renew by mail or online through the State Department. USPS Digital Photo Services are available at many locations and comply with US Department of State regulations. The Department of State charges additional fees for Passport Books and/or Cards as well as processing fees beyond USPS charges. If unable to verify identity online after multiple attempts, users must visit a USPS location with passport walk-in hours. The system processes personal information according to 39 U.S.C. 401, 403, and 404 and uses it to schedule appointments and prevent fraudulent transactions.
Harmonized System (HS) Code Lookup
Harmonized System (HS) Code Lookup Get Required Codes for International Packages For international packages, you need an "HS Code" for each item in your package. Type a detailed description of your item to get the required HS Code. Learn more about completing a clear, detailed customs form. Destination Country Please enter a valid destination country. Item Description Clearly provide a detailed description of the item. If possible, include what the item is used for or made of. Examples: laptop computer; fresh eggplant; antiviral spray medication Character Count: 0 / 500 Please enter a valid item description. For an accurate result, add more details to the item description or add a category and subcategory. Category Select a category Subcategory Select a subcategory Search Results: HS Code: 8517.13.0000 Item description: Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: Smartphones No adequate response found for this description. Please provide more details and/or select the Category and Subcategory. Verify your results: Does this description match your item? If not, add more details in the Item Description and search again. Resources Learn more about HS Codes and Customs Forms for international packages. Customs Forms - The Basics FAQs Create Customs Form Now Click-N-Ship: Print Shipping Label & Customs Form Calculate a Price
USPS Transit Time Map
USPS Transit Time Map View expected delivery times for domestic shipping services based on USPS service standards. Exceptions apply and delivery time is not guaranteed. New! Priority Mail® Next Day Our new next-day delivery option reaches over 72 million business and residential customers throughout the country. Get Started! Enter the 5-digit ZIP Code you're shipping from. Drag and zoom the map to see the area you're mailing to, as well as Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories. Shipping Service Options: - USPS Ground Advantage® Below 1 lb - USPS Ground Advantage® Over 1 lb - 70 lbs - Priority Mail® - Priority Mail® Next Day (Select ZIP Codes only) - First-Class Mail® Letters and Flats - Package Services - Periodicals - Marketing Mail® Priority Mail® Next Day With Priority Mail® Next Day, the expected delivery date reflects a delivery time of 1 business day and is based on the specified origin, destination, and drop-off time in most cases. The expected delivery date does not come with a money-back guarantee. For any USPS Ground Advantage® packages that contain HAZMAT, the service standards for USPS Ground Advantage Over 1 lb - 70 lbs apply. Sundays & Holidays If you send mail on a Saturday or the day before a holiday, the Sunday or holiday is not included in the expected delivery time. Example: If you send mail with a 3-day service standard on Friday, the expected delivery date is Monday. If you send mail with a 3-day service standard on Saturday, the Sunday isn't included and the expected delivery date is Wednesday.
Obituary: Hazel Lodmell
Lodmell, Hazel J., 78, of Moundsville, WV, died October 16, 2014 in Lizas Place. She was born on May 24, 1936 in Greenbrier County, WV, a daughter of the late Jessie W. and Ruth Canfield Hicks. Hazel worked as a Registered Nurse for 52 years and retired from Heartland-Lansing Nursing Home. She was a member of the Moundsville Baptist Church and a tribal Member of the Appalachian American Indians of WV. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Russell C. Lodmell. She is survived by five children, William Stone of Meadow Bridge, WV; Linda John Skrypek of Moundsville; Teresa Gill Tim Heaton of Wheeling, WV; Sandra Tony Eddy of Glen Dale, WV; Carla Terry Whitlatch of Moundsville; many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Friends received 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the Altmeyer Funeral Home, Lutes Kirby-Vance Chapel, 118 Grant Ave., Moundsville, where funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Monday, October 20, 2014. Interment in Halcyon Hills Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made to Valley Hospice, Lizas Place, 308 Mount Saint Joseph Road, Wheeling, WV. 26003 Offer condolences online at altmeyer.com
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