If a mailpiece does not exceed 11-1/2 inches x 6-1/8 inches x 1/4 inch thick and 3.5 ounces, but is rigid, it is classified and priced as a nonmachinable letter (i.e., applicable First-Class Mail postage and $0.17 nonmachinable surcharge apply). How are “rigid” letter-size greeting cards priced?Ī. However, greeting cards that are classified and priced as flats are not subject to the nonmachinable surcharge. The $0.17 nonmachinable surcharge criteria applies to all First-Class Mail letters (up to the 3.5–ounce maximum weight). Are letter-size greeting cards weighing more than 1 ounce subject to the nonmachinable surcharge?Ī. Note: Mailpieces that weigh over 13 ounces and that bear only postage stamps as postage must be presented for mailing to an employee at a Post Office retail counter. Customers may schedule Carrier Pickup service or Pickup on Demand service online at Pickup on Demand service may be also be scheduled by calling 80. Carrier Pickup service remains available at no charge. What about Carrier Pickup service - did that change?Ī. Pickup on Demand service increased to $14.25. International delivery options can be found at. Additional information on domestic and international rates and fees can be found at. Where can customers find additional information regarding domestic and international rates and fees?Ī.

DMM Quick Service Guide 604a details all nondenominated postage issued since 1975. How may customers who have a number of different stamps with no denomination determine the value of those stamps?Ī. Customers must affix additional postage when mailing letters weighing in excess of 1 ounce and/or letters subject to the nonmachinable surcharge or mailpieces subject to another rate of postage (e.g., large envelopes or packages). The postage value of a Forever Stamp is the current First-Class Mail single-piece 1-ounce letter rate - $0.41. Can the Forever Stamp be used on mailpieces that require extra postage?Ī. This information will also assist employees in responding to questions received from customers. The FAQs are focused on retail and provide additional clarification on some of the major changes that took place in May to postal prices and products. Below are frequently asked questions (FAQs) for Postal Service employees.

Flat rate envelope dimensions