Are priority mail flat rate boxes insured

Yes, Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes are insured by the United States Postal Service (USPS) for a certain amount. The amount of insurance coverage varies depending on the type of box and the shipping cost.

Here are the insurance coverage amounts for Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes:

• Small Flat Rate Box: $50 insurance coverage (cost: $7.50)
• Medium Flat Rate Box: $100 insurance coverage (cost: $14.35)
• Large Flat Rate Box: $200 insurance coverage (cost: $19.95)
• Regional Rate Box A: $100 insurance coverage (cost: $13.35)
• Regional Rate Box B: $200 insurance coverage (cost: $18.35)

If you need to insure your package for a higher amount, you can purchase additional insurance coverage through the USPS. You can do this by purchasing a separate insurance policy or by adding insurance coverage to your Priority Mail Flat Rate box.

To add insurance coverage to your Priority Mail Flat Rate box, you can follow these steps:

1. Go to the USPS website and select the "Calculate a Price" tool.
2. Enter the weight and dimensions of your package, as well as the destination zip code.
3. Select the "Add Insurance" option and choose the amount of insurance coverage you want to purchase.
4. Pay for the additional insurance coverage using a credit card or other accepted payment method.

Keep in mind that you can only add insurance coverage to Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes that are shipped within the United States. If you need to ship a package internationally, you will need to use a different type of shipping service and purchase separate insurance coverage.