Mail Classifications

Express Mail

Minimum Weight: None

Maximum Weight: 70 pounds

There are no discounted or bulk rates for Express Mail.

Express Mail is the fastest mail service offered by the Postal Service. It provides guaranteed expedited service for any mailable matter. Express Mail delivery is offered 365 days a year, including Sundays and holidays. Express Mail packaging supplies (envelopes, boxes, tubes) are available for free from your local post office. If getting your mail there overnight is your highest priority, then Express Mail is the best choice. Many businesses use First-Class Mail or Standard Mail for regular mailings and Express Mail for important business documents, like contracts and sales orders.

Express Mail rates are based on the weight of the piece, without regard for how far the piece travels.

Flat rate envelope: A reasonably low flat price is charged for anything mailed in the special flat rate envelope provided by the USPS, regardless of weight.

 

Note that the US Postal Service is a wonderful resource for updates on mail classification requirements.  Please visit www.usps.com to find the most up-to-date postage rates, sizes, and maximum and minimum weights