Usps bulk mail instructions

Here are the instructions for sending bulk mail through the United States Postal Service (USPS):

Step 1: Prepare Your Mail

• Sort your mail by zip code or carrier route to ensure efficient delivery.
• Use a consistent font and formatting for your addresses.
• Use a mail sorting machine or a manual sorter to sort your mail.
• Remove any unnecessary materials, such as envelopes, labels, or inserts.

Step 2: Choose the Right Mailpiece

• Determine the type of mailpiece you want to send:
  • Standard Mail (letters, flats, and parcels)
  • Periodicals (newspapers, magazines, and catalogs)
  • First-Class Mail (letters, flats, and parcels)
  • Package Services (packages and parcels)
• Check the USPS website for specific requirements and restrictions for each type of mailpiece.

Step 3: Prepare Your Mailpiece

• Use the correct postage:
  • Calculate the postage using the USPS Postage Calculator or consult the USPS Rate Chart.
  • Apply the correct postage using a postage meter, stamps, or a permit imprint.
• Add any necessary endorsements:
  • "Bulk Mail" or "Non-Profit Organization" endorsements may be required for certain types of mail.
  • Check the USPS website for specific requirements.

Step 4: Sort and Bundle Your Mail

• Sort your mail by zip code or carrier route.
• Bundle your mail using rubber bands or twine.
• Keep each bundle to a maximum weight of 70 pounds.

Step 5: Affix the Correct Postage

• Apply the correct postage to each bundle:
  • Use a postage meter or stamps to apply the postage.
  • Make sure the postage is legible and visible.

Step 6: Complete the Mailpiece

• Add any necessary information to the mailpiece:
  • Return address
  • Destination address
  • Postage endorsement
• Make sure the mailpiece is properly sealed and secure.

Step 7: Mail Your Bulk Mail

• Take your bundled mail to a USPS Bulk Mail Acceptance Facility or a local post office.
• Present your mail to the postal clerk and provide any necessary documentation.
• Pay for the postage and any additional fees.

Additional Tips

• Use a mail sorting machine or a manual sorter to sort your mail efficiently.
• Keep your mail organized and easy to read to ensure accurate sorting and delivery.
• Check the USPS website for specific requirements and restrictions for bulk mail.
• Consider using a bulk mail service provider to help with the process.

USPS Bulk Mail Forms

• PS Form 3541: Bulk Mail Entry and Deposit (BME) Form
• PS Form 3542: Bulk Mail Manifest (BMM) Form
• PS Form 3543: Bulk Mail Certification (BMC) Form

Remember to always follow USPS regulations and guidelines for bulk mail to ensure efficient and accurate delivery.