How much to mail certified letter

The cost to mail a certified letter varies depending on the weight and size of the letter, as well as the destination. Here are the current rates for certified mail in the United States:

Domestic Certified Mail

• Letter-sized (up to 1 oz): $3.35
• Large envelope or flat (up to 1 oz): $3.85
• Letter-sized (over 1 oz): $3.35 + $0.15 per additional ounce
• Large envelope or flat (over 1 oz): $3.85 + $0.15 per additional ounce

International Certified Mail

• Letter-sized (up to 1 oz): $3.85
• Large envelope or flat (up to 1 oz): $4.35
• Letter-sized (over 1 oz): $3.85 + $0.15 per additional ounce
• Large envelope or flat (over 1 oz): $4.35 + $0.15 per additional ounce

Additional Fees

• Return Receipt: $2.75 (optional)
• Certified Mail with Return Receipt: $6.10 (optional)
• Signature Confirmation: $2.75 (optional)

Note: These rates are subject to change, so it's always a good idea to check the official website of the United States Postal Service (USPS) for the most up-to-date information.

To mail a certified letter, you'll need to:

1. Take your letter to a post office or mail it at a mailbox.
2. Ask the postal clerk to prepare the letter for certified mail.
3. Pay the applicable fee.
4. Sign the receipt to confirm that you've received the letter.

The certified mail process includes:

1. The postal clerk will affix a certified mail label to the letter.
2. The letter will be given a tracking number.
3. The recipient will be required to sign for the letter upon delivery.
4. You'll receive a receipt with the tracking number and a record of the delivery.

Remember to keep a copy of the receipt and the tracking number for your records.