2105 Express Mail 2105.1 Description a. Express Mail service provides a high speed, high reliability service. It is available from designated acceptance locations to designated postal facilities for delivery to the recipient or, optionally, pickup by the recipient. Drop-off, pick-up, and delivery times are specified by the Postal Service for particular locations and days of the week. Delivery is either overnight, on the second day, or on the second delivery day (the next delivery day following the second day), for particular locations and days of the week. b. Any matter eligible for mailing may, at the option of the mailer, be mailed by Express Mail service. c. A receipt showing the time and date of mailing will be provided to the mailer upon acceptance of Express Mail by the Postal Service. The receipt serves as proof of mailing. Claims for refunds of postage for not meeting applicable standards must be filed within the period of time and under terms and conditions specified in the Domestic Mail Manual. d. Express Mail pieces are sealed against postal inspection and shall not be opened except as authorized by law. e. Express Mail pieces that are undeliverable-as-addressed are entitled to be forwarded or returned to the sender without additional charge. f. Insurance, up to $100.00, is included in Express Mail postage. Additional insurance (Express Mail Insurance) is available for an additional charge, depending on the value and nature of the item sent by Express Mail service. 2105.2 Size and Weight Limitations Length Height Thickness Weight Minimum large enough to accommodate postage, none address, and other required elements on the address side Maximum 108 inches in combined length and girth 70 pounds Flat Rate Nominal Sizes: Envelopes Regular: 9.5 x 12.5 inches Legal: 9.5 x 15 inches
2105 Express Mail 2105.1 Description a. Express Mail service provides a high speed, high reliability service. It is available from designated acceptance locations to designated postal facilities for delivery to the recipient or, optionally, pickup by the recipient. Drop-off, pick-up, and delivery times are specified by the Postal Service for particular locations and days of the week. Delivery is either overnight, on the second day, or on the second delivery day (the next delivery day following the second day), for particular locations and days of the week. b. Any matter eligible for mailing may, at the option of the mailer, be mailed by Express Mail service. c. A receipt showing the time and date of mailing will be provided to the mailer upon acceptance of Express Mail by the Postal Service. The receipt serves as proof of mailing. Claims for refunds of postage for not meeting applicable standards must be filed within the period of time and under terms and conditions specified in the Domestic Mail Manual. d. Express Mail pieces are sealed against postal inspection and shall not be opened except as authorized by law. e. Express Mail pieces that are undeliverable-as-addressed are entitled to be forwarded or returned to the sender without additional charge. f. Insurance, up to $100.00, is included in Express Mail postage. Additional insurance (Express Mail Insurance) is available for an additional charge, depending on the value and nature of the item sent by Express Mail service. 2105.2 Size and Weight Limitations Length Height Thickness Weight Minimum large enough to accommodate postage, address, and other required elements on the address side none Maximum 108 inches in combined length and girth 70 pounds Flat Rate Envelopes Nominal Sizes: Regular: 9.5 x 12.5 inches Legal: 9.5 x 15 inches
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