How much insurance is included with usps priority mail
USPS Priority Mail includes limited insurance coverage, which varies depending on the type of service and the weight of the package. Here are the standard insurance limits for USPS Priority Mail:
Priority Mail
- Up to $50 insurance coverage for packages weighing up to 13 oz (0.13 lbs)
- Up to $100 insurance coverage for packages weighing 14 oz to 1 lb (0.14-1.00 lbs)
- Up to $200 insurance coverage for packages weighing 1 lb to 2 lbs (1.01-2.00 lbs)
- Up to $300 insurance coverage for packages weighing 2 lbs to 3 lbs (2.01-3.00 lbs)
- Up to $500 insurance coverage for packages weighing 3 lbs to 4 lbs (3.01-4.00 lbs)
Priority Mail Express
- Up to $100 insurance coverage for packages weighing up to 70 lbs (32.07 kg)
- Up to $200 insurance coverage for packages weighing 71 lbs to 100 lbs (33.07-45.36 kg)
- Up to $300 insurance coverage for packages weighing 101 lbs to 150 lbs (45.37-68.04 kg)
- Up to $500 insurance coverage for packages weighing 151 lbs to 200 lbs (68.05-90.72 kg)
Priority Mail Regional Rate
- Up to $50 insurance coverage for packages weighing up to 1 lb (0.45 kg)
- Up to $100 insurance coverage for packages weighing 1 lb to 2 lbs (0.45-0.90 kg)
Priority Mail Cubic
- Up to $50 insurance coverage for packages weighing up to 1 lb (0.45 kg)
- Up to $100 insurance coverage for packages weighing 1 lb to 2 lbs (0.45-0.90 kg)
Keep in mind that these are the standard insurance limits, and you can purchase additional insurance coverage for your Priority Mail packages if needed. You can do this by using the USPS Insurance Calculator or by contacting your local post office.
It's also important to note that the insurance coverage is only valid for loss or damage during transit, and does not cover other types of loss or damage, such as theft or misuse.