UNITED STATES POST OFFICE INFORMATION CENTER INTERANTIONAL MAIL

International Mail is any mail that is being sent outside of the United States, (i.e. Canada, Mexico and overseas). However, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Hawaii and Alaska are not considered international. Because the rates for international mail are different than those of domestic mail, international mail should be separated so as to avoid incorrect stamping. This could result in mail delays.

Certified Mail
Certified mail provides proof of delivery of mail. The sender receives a mailing receipt at the time of mailing, and a record is kept at the recipient’s post office. Certified mail is only available for First – Class Mail or Priority Mail. Certified mail is not available for international mail and it does not offer insurance protection. The post office has the necessary paperwork needed to send certified mail. Outgoing certified mail must be handed directly to a post office staff member. Certified mail may be picked up at the campus post office window and requires a signature.

Express Mail
Express mail is the fastest service. It offers guaranteed delivery service 365 days a year. Important letters and documents may be sent by Express mail. Depending on your destination, your mail will be delivered to the addresses by noon or by 3 p.m. the next day. After you complete the address form, the post office staff will stamp the postage on the envelope and return your part of the receipt the next day. You will receive e – mail when you receive Express mail. You may be picked up at the campus post office window and signature is required.

Priority Mail
When the speed of Express mail is not needed, but preferential handling is desired, use Priority mail. You also have the option of sending mail weighing less than 11 ounces as Priority mail.