How do i fill out certified mail with return receipt

To fill out certified mail with a return receipt, follow these steps:

Step 1: Fill out the mailing label

  1. Obtain a certified mail label from the post office or print one from the USPS website.
  2. Fill in the recipient's name and address on the label.
  3. Make sure to include the correct postage.

Step 2: Fill out the certified mail form

  1. Obtain a certified mail form (PS Form 3800) from the post office or print one from the USPS website.
  2. Fill in the following information:
    • Your name and address (sender's information)
    • The recipient's name and address
    • The date and time of mailing
    • The purpose of the mailing (e.g., "Invoice" or "Notice")
  3. Sign your name in the "Sender's Signature" box.

Step 3: Attach the return receipt request

  1. Check the box on the certified mail form that says "Return Receipt Requested" (RRR).
  2. Fill in the recipient's name and address on the return receipt request section.
  3. Sign your name in the "Sender's Signature" box.

Step 4: Attach the certified mail form to the envelope

  1. Attach the certified mail form to the envelope, making sure it is securely fastened.
  2. Make sure the form is visible and not folded or creased.

Step 5: Mail the certified mail

  1. Take the certified mail to a post office or mail it from a mailbox.
  2. Give the mail to the postal clerk and ask them to certify the mail and request a return receipt.
  3. The postal clerk will affix a certified mail sticker to the envelope and give you a receipt.

What to expect

After mailing the certified mail, the recipient will receive the mail and sign the return receipt. The return receipt will be sent back to you, usually within 7-10 business days. The return receipt will include the recipient's signature, the date and time they signed for the mail, and their return address.

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