Send Documents via USPS For Free

It may be sent from home or office, dropped in a Collection Box® receptacle (Aviation Mail Security restrictions apply) or given to a postal employee, keeping in mind that: Postage attached to the envelope must cover both the certified fee and the postage.

Registered Mail is the most secure way to send a package through the USPS. As part of the security conditions for this mail class, Registered Mail must be sent with proof of mailing which requires a trip to the Post Office (you cannot deposit your package in a collection box).

Call each person who will be receiving copies of the documents you're sending and confirm their physical address.Place the documents into a document mailer.Take the documents in their mailer to the post office and ask the clerk to calculate and attach the postage.Request a Certificate of Mailing.More items...

There are over 200 federal laws that protect mail sent through USPS, which makes it much less likely to be breached than an email. According to USPS, mail is federally protected when it is in possession of a postal worker, a post office, or in a mailbox.

Letters, bills, greeting cards, and other documents can be sent in standard white, manila, or recycled paper envelopes. These envelopes, along with stationery and prepaid First-Class2122 Mail postcards and envelopes, can be purchased at most post offices.

Important documents and valuables are usually sent through registered mail because it is more secure than certified mail. 6. Registered mail is insured, while you have to pay an additional amount to insure certified mail.

Letters, large or thick envelopes, tubes, and packages containing mailable items can be sent using Priority Mail. This service is typically used to send documents, gifts, and merchandise. Select Priority Mail packaging is available at the Post Offices. All Priority Mail packaging can be ordered at www.usps.com/store.