How thick can an envelope be?
Have one dimension that is greater than 6⅛ inches high OR 11½ inches long OR ¼ inch thick. Be no more than 12 inches high x 15 inches long x ¾ inch thick.
What can be sent in an envelope?
You can send standard postcards, letters and large envelopes and small packages up to 15.99 ounces using First Class Mail. If your First Class package is over 15.99 ounces, you must upgrade the mail class to Priority Mail.
Can the US Postal Service refuse to deliver mail?
THEY ACTUALLY DON’T HAVE TO DELIVER YOUR MAIL. “There are a number of reasons why we can refuse to deliver to a given address,” Dan says. “Primarily it comes down to the safety of the carrier. “Anything which presents a hazard to the carrier, the carrier is within his rights to not deliver the mail.
What happens if envelope is too thick?
If you are mailing overstuffed letters or home-made cards, be aware there is a limitation on the thickness of the envelope. Not only can these make your letter thickness uneven, they can cause a paper envelope to tear and drop its contents and are therefore sometimes considered unmailable.
Can an envelope be too heavy?
Yes. Large envelopes as well as padded mailing bags must be somewhat flexible (not rigid) and uniformly thick. Items mailed in large envelopes cannot have more than a 1/4 inch variance in thickness. Also, mailpieces must be rectangular with a maximum thickness (at the thickest point) of 3/4 inch.
Can you mail items in an envelope?
Envelopes, Boxes and Packaging Larger items can be mailed using your own box, a box provided by the USPS, or Readypost® boxes available for purchase in post office lobbies. Items needing extra protection can be sent in bubble-lined, padded paper, or waterproof envelopes.
Can you mail metal in an envelope?
If you have a piece of metal or a metal token that you need to send in an envelope, then you’ll need to wrap the item carefully as to ensure the item does not tear the envelope and/or fall out before being delivered. Curve a small corner around the metal object and tightly roll the metal object in the bubble wrap.
What constitutes a blocked mailbox?
Mailbox blocked Proper access includes the removal of large accumulations of snow from the area around curb line receptacles and from sidewalks leading to door or other house‑mounted receptacles. Without such access, the safety of the carrier is jeopardized.
Are mailbox numbers required?
Yes, Address Numbers Are Required According to the United States Postal Service (USPS), most curbside mailboxes must have either an address or box number. The purpose of address numbers, of course, is to facilitate the delivery of mail.
What kind of envelopes can you send to the post office?
Letters, bills, greeting cards, and other documentscan be sent in standard white, manila, or recycled paper envelopes. Items needing extra protection can be sent in bubble-lined, padded paper, or waterproof envelopes. These envelopes, along with stationery and prepaid First-Class Mail postcards and envelopes, can be purchased at the Post Office.
What are the regulations for the postal service?
Ensuring compliance not only with Postal Service regulations, but also with all other federal laws and regulations, such as the Poison Prevention Packaging Act and the Consumer Product Safety Act, and with all local laws and regulations governing distribution of unsolicited samples.
What’s the maximum thickness of a USPS envelope?
Maximum thickness 0.016 inch Maximum thickness 1/4 inch Maximum length plus girth 108 inches Maximum thickness 3/4 inch (130 inches for USPS Retail Ground) 5 Knowing the shape of your mail determines the price you will pay.
When do you stop delivering mail to the USPS?
USPS Hold Mail. You can stop mail delivery if you’ll be away for less than 30 days. We’ll hold your mail safely at your local Post Office ™ facility until you return from your getaway. Submit a Request