Convenient and reliable Postal Services are essential for individuals and businesses alike. Whether you’re sending a birthday card to a loved one or shipping products to customers, understanding the range of postal services available can save you time and money. This guide explores domestic shipping options and how to leverage postal services for efficient mail and package delivery.
Simplify Domestic Shipping
Looking for a hassle-free way to ship from the comfort of your home or office? Enhanced Click-N-Ship® service offers a suite of tools to streamline your shipping process:
- Effortless Label Printing: Pay for postage and print your shipping labels directly from your printer. Don’t have a printer? No problem! USPS Label Broker® and USPS Label Delivery service provide alternative methods for obtaining labels without needing your own printer, offering flexibility for all users. See ways to get labels without a printer using USPS Label Broker® or USPS Label Delivery service.
- Convenient Package Pickup: Schedule a free USPS® Package Pickup from your home or office and save a trip to the Post Office.1 This service is perfect for busy individuals and businesses that need to send packages regularly.
- Unlock Cost Savings: Gain access to lower Commercial Rates on shipping labels, helping you reduce shipping expenses, especially for businesses with frequent shipping needs.
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Locate Postal Facilities Near You
Need to find the nearest Post Office or another location offering postal services? Easily search for locations to purchase stamps, ship packages, apply for passports, and access other essential postal services. Finding a convenient location is the first step in utilizing postal services effectively.
Calculate Your Shipping Costs
Unsure about postage costs? Determine the exact postage or the number of stamps required for your letters or packages. Simply input the size, weight, and destination to calculate your shipping costs accurately. This tool helps you budget for your mailing and shipping needs and avoid postage errors.
Find ZIP Codes Quickly
Ensure your mail reaches its destination without delays by verifying ZIP Codes™. Look up any ZIP Code™ by street address or city and state to guarantee accurate mail delivery. Correct ZIP codes are crucial for efficient postal service and timely delivery.
Comprehensive Shipping & Mailing Services with USPS
Order Free Supplies
Kickstart your shipping process with complimentary Priority Mail® and Priority Mail Express® envelopes and boxes, along with other essential shipping supplies. Ordering free supplies online simplifies preparation for using postal services.
Buy Stamps
Explore a wide array of postage stamps to meet your mailing needs and preferences. Browse stamps by theme, color, season, mail service, and more. Purchasing stamps is a fundamental aspect of utilizing postal services for letter and postcard mailing.
Schedule a Pickup
Take advantage of free package pickup during your regular mail delivery or opt for a scheduled pickup at a time that suits you for a fee. Package pickup service enhances the convenience of using postal services for sending packages.
Send Letters & Cards
Learn the best practices for sending letters and cards, including choosing the right envelope or card size, adhering to postal addressing standards, and acquiring the necessary postage. Proper preparation ensures smooth processing within postal services.
Prepare Your Package
Get valuable tips on packing your boxes effectively, selecting the appropriate mail service, and ensuring adequate postage for timely package delivery. Correct package preparation is key to successful postal shipping.
Ship to Military
Sending mail to APO, FPO, or DPO addresses? Benefit from domestic prices for military and diplomatic mail, regardless of your loved one’s station. Postal services extend affordable shipping options to military personnel and their families.
Add Insurance & Extra Services
Gain peace of mind with insurance and extra services. Many domestic2 and international3 services include complimentary insurance and USPS Tracking®. Enhance your shipment security with additional coverage and services like Certified Mail®. Postal services offer options to protect your valuable shipments.
Create Custom Mail, Cards, & Envelopes
Add a personal touch to your mailings. Personalize cards and envelopes with your own photos or utilize third-party vendor templates to create unique designs. Postal services empower you to create memorable and customized mail.
Purchase Money Orders
Easily send money orders from any Post Office location. Pay with a debit card, cash, or traveler’s check. Money orders are a secure, cost-effective, and timeless method for sending funds via postal services.
Domestic Mail & Shipping Service Options
Expand All | Service | Shipping Time | Pricing | Mail or Package |
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| Priority Mail Express® | Next Day to 2 Days4 | $$$ | Packages |
| Priority Mail® | 1–3 Days5 | $$ | Packages |
| USPS Ground Advantage® | 2–5 Days6 | $ | Packages |
| Media Mail® | 2–8 Days | $ | Packages |
| First-Class Mail® | 1–5 Days | $ | Mail |
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- For details on free Package Pickup, go to Schedule a Pickup. Back ^
- Available only with certain products and to certain domestic destinations. Insurance does not cover certain items. For details regarding claim exclusions, see Sections 609.4.3 (Non-payable Claims), 609 (Filing Indemnity Claims for Loss or Damage), and 503.4 (Insured Mail) of the Domestic Mail Manual. Back ^
- Not available with Flat Rate envelopes and small Flat Rate boxes or when shipping to certain destinations. Purchased insurance replaces ordinary indemnity coverage. See the International Mail Manual for availability and limitations of coverage. Back ^
- Scheduled delivery date and time depends on origin, destination, and Post Office™ acceptance time. Some restrictions apply. For additional information, visit the Postage Calculator. Back ^
- In most cases, the expected delivery date that is printed on your receipt or provided at checkout will reflect a delivery time of 1, 2, or 3 days based on origin, destination, and Post Office™ acceptance time. Exceptions and restrictions apply. Visit Priority Mail for details. Back ^
- 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. Back ^
