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232 Priority Mail International Flat-Rate Envelope

232.1 General

All items that may be sent as First-Class Mail International (see 241) may be sent in the Priority Mail International flat-rate envelope provided that the contents are mailable, that they fit securely in the envelope, and that they are entirely confined within the envelope with the provided adhesive as the means of closure. The envelope flap must be able to close within the prefabricated folds. Tape may be applied to the flap and seams for closure or to reinforce the envelope, provided the design of the envelope is not enlarged by opening the sides of the envelope and taping or reconstructing the envelope in any way. Registered Mail service is available. Insurance is not available.

232.2 Prices

The Priority Mail International flat-rate envelope is charged at a flat rate. The price does not depend on the weight of the item. Postage is required for each piece. Priority Mail flat-rate envelopes with prepaid postage may be used for international mail. Appropriate additional postage must be added prior to mailing. (See Exhibit 232.2.)

Exhibit 232.2 

Priority Mail International Flat-Rate Envelope

Canada & Mexico

$9.95

All other countries

$11.95

232.3 Weight Limit

The weight limit for the flat-rate envelope is 4 pounds.

232.4 Customs Forms Required

All Priority Mail International flat-rate envelopes must bear PS Form 2976 or 2976-A depending on value.




ARCHIVED IMM - MAY 12, 2008
ARCHIVED IMM - MAY 12, 2008