Can you priority mail a letter
Yes, the United States Postal Service (USPS) offers a Priority Mail service for sending letters and packages. Here are the details:
Priority Mail
- Delivery time: 1-3 business days within the contiguous United States
- Flat rate pricing: No weight-based pricing, just a flat rate for each size envelope or package
- Tracking: Included
- Insurance: Up to $50 insurance coverage (optional)
- Delivery confirmation: Included
Priority Mail Letter
- Specifically designed for sending letters and documents
- Available in three sizes:
- Small Flat Rate Envelope (up to 1/2 inch thick): $7.50
- Medium Flat Rate Envelope (up to 3/4 inch thick): $9.50
- Large Flat Rate Envelope (up to 1 inch thick): $13.50
- Weight limit: 13 ounces
- Dimensions: 11-1/2 x 6-1/8 x 1/2 inches (small), 11-1/2 x 6-1/8 x 3/4 inches (medium), or 12 x 12 x 1 inch (large)
To send a Priority Mail letter, you can:
- Visit a USPS retail location and ask for a Priority Mail letter envelope.
- Purchase a Priority Mail letter envelope online from the USPS website and print it at home.
- Use a Priority Mail label and attach it to your own envelope or package.
Remember to affix the correct postage and complete the necessary customs forms (if applicable) before sending your Priority Mail letter.