156 Deposit

1.0 Deposit for Standard Post

1.1 Deposit

Standard Post mail must be deposited at a time and place specified by the postmaster or designee at the office of mailing. Standard Post is primarily intended to be presented at a USPS retail service counter where USPS tracking and confirmation of delivery service can be initiated.

1.2 Pickup on Demand Fees

The Standard Post Pickup on Demand fee must be paid every time Pickup on Demand service is provided, subject to the corresponding standards in 507.7.0.

1.3 Stamped Pieces over 13 Ounces

Standard Post weighing more than 13 ounces bearing only postage stamps as postage may not be deposited into a collection box, Postal Service lobby drop, Postal Service dock, customer mailbox, or other unattended location. These mailpieces are also precluded from pickup service. The sender must present such items to an employee at a retail service counter in a Postal Service facility. Improperly presented items will be returned to the sender for proper entry and acceptance.

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