How to fill out usps certified mail form
To fill out a USPS Certified Mail form, you'll need to provide the following information:
Section 1: Sender's Information
- Your name (as it appears on the mailing label)
- Your address (as it appears on the mailing label)
- Your city, state, and ZIP code
- Your phone number (optional)
Section 2: Recipient's Information
- The recipient's name
- The recipient's address (including city, state, and ZIP code)
Section 3: Item Description
- A brief description of the item being mailed (e.g., "package," "letter," "document")
Section 4: Return Receipt Requested
- Check the box if you want a return receipt (also known as a "green card") to be sent back to you when the item is delivered.
Section 5: Certification
- Check the box to indicate that you want to use Certified Mail.
- Enter the tracking number (also known as the "tracking label") in the space provided.
Section 6: Payment
- Pay the applicable fee for Certified Mail (currently $3.95 for a single piece of mail).
Section 7: Signature
- Sign your name in the space provided to confirm that you are the sender.
Here's a sample completed form to help guide you:
Section 1: Sender's Information
John Doe 123 Main St Anytown, CA 12345 (555) 555-5555
Section 2: Recipient's Information
Jane Smith 456 Elm St Othertown, CA 67890
Section 3: Item Description
Package containing documents
Section 4: Return Receipt Requested
Yes, I want a return receipt.
Section 5: Certification
Yes, I want to use Certified Mail.
Tracking number: 123456789012
Section 6: Payment
$3.95 (Certified Mail fee)
Section 7: Signature
John Doe
Remember to keep a copy of the completed form for your records. The USPS will also keep a copy of the form and the tracking number for their records.