Are priority mail insured

Yes, Priority Mail services offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) are insured against loss or damage. The level of insurance coverage varies depending on the type of Priority Mail service used and the value of the item being shipped.

Here are the insurance coverage limits for Priority Mail services:

  1. Priority Mail:
    • Up to $50 insurance coverage for items valued at $50 or less.
    • No additional fee for this coverage.
  2. Priority Mail Express:
    • Up to $100 insurance coverage for items valued at $100 or less.
    • No additional fee for this coverage.
  3. Priority Mail Express International:
    • Up to $200 insurance coverage for items valued at $200 or less.
    • No additional fee for this coverage.
  4. Priority Mail International:
    • Up to $200 insurance coverage for items valued at $200 or less.
    • No additional fee for this coverage.

If you need to insure an item for a value greater than the standard coverage limit, you can purchase additional insurance coverage through the USPS. The cost of additional insurance coverage varies depending on the value of the item and the type of service used.

To purchase additional insurance coverage, you can use the USPS's online shipping tools or visit a local post office. You will need to provide the value of the item and pay the additional insurance fee.

It's important to note that the USPS's insurance coverage only applies to loss or damage during transit. It does not cover damage caused by the recipient or any other party after the item has been delivered.