What is a first class mail forever stamp

A First-Class Mail Forever Stamp is a type of postage stamp issued by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that can be used to mail a one-ounce letter or postcard to any destination in the United States, regardless of the distance or weight.

Here are some key features of a First-Class Mail Forever Stamp:

  1. Forever: The stamp's value is forever fixed at the current First-Class Mail rate, which means you don't need to worry about the stamp's value decreasing over time.
  2. One-ounce limit: The stamp can be used to mail a letter or postcard weighing up to one ounce.
  3. Domestic use: The stamp can be used to mail letters and postcards to any destination within the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.
  4. No additional postage required: You don't need to add additional postage for longer distances or heavier weights, as long as the item weighs less than one ounce.
  5. Valid for a lifetime: The stamp remains valid for use as long as the USPS continues to offer First-Class Mail service.

The current First-Class Mail Forever Stamp rate is $0.55, which is the same rate for all First-Class Mail letters and postcards weighing up to one ounce, regardless of the distance or destination.

It's worth noting that if you need to mail a letter or postcard that weighs more than one ounce, you'll need to use additional postage or a larger stamp. Additionally, if you're mailing an item internationally, you'll need to use a Global Forever Stamp, which has a different rate and is valid for international mail only.