Do you need to sign for priority mail
In the United States, Priority Mail from the United States Postal Service (USPS) typically does not require a signature upon delivery, unless you specifically request a signature confirmation.
Here are the general rules:
- No signature required: If you're sending a Priority Mail package to a residential address, it will usually be left at the doorstep without a signature required. The recipient can sign for it later if they want to.
- Signature required: If you're sending a Priority Mail package to a commercial address (e.g., a business), the USPS may require a signature upon delivery. This is because commercial addresses are typically staffed during business hours, and someone can sign for the package.
- Signature confirmation: If you want to ensure that the package is signed for upon delivery, you can request a signature confirmation. This adds an extra fee to the shipping cost. With signature confirmation, the USPS will require the recipient to sign for the package before it's left at the doorstep.
To request signature confirmation, you can:
- Check the box for "Signature Confirmation" when creating a shipping label online or at a post office.
- Add a note to your package indicating that you want a signature confirmation.
- Contact the USPS customer service to request signature confirmation for your package.
Keep in mind that even if you don't request signature confirmation, you can still track your package and get updates on its delivery status.