How to Get a Post Office Box Address
Modern technology has simplified many tasks that used to take days to accomplish. This is particularly true when it comes to finding and renting a U.S. Postal Service post-office box. What used to take hours of forms, phone calls and frustration can be done over the Internet. Applicants still have to fill out an application, but the process allows you to handle the transaction from your office before you pick up the keys.
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Instructions
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Renting a USPS Post Office Box
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Go to U.S. Postal Service website and find the location for P.O. boxes.
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In the upper left-hand section, input the address of the post office where you would like to rent your box. If you don't know the address, you can input the ZIP code at the bottom under "Search by ZIP Code."
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In the pull-down menu at the bottom of the screen, indicate the number of miles you are willing to travel, then click "Search."
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Select the size and location of the box you want. If there are no available boxes within the specified area, a "Wait List" option will be provided. Click "Continue" in the lower right-hand corner.
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If you are registered with the USPS online services, enter your login name and password, or click on "Sign up" and follow the prompts.
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After logging in, you will be prompted to fill out an application.
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Review the fees listed and enter your credit card information to pay for the box.
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Print out a copy of your application and take it with you, along with two pieces of identification, to the post office where you have requested your box. One of the two pieces of ID must have your photo.
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Present your application and ID to the clerk. After reviewing your application and ID, the clerk will give you your new key(s) and box number.
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Tips & Warnings
You must present one current photo ID and one other current form of ID among a driver's license or state-issued ID; armed forces, university or corporate ID; passport, certificate of naturalization or alien registration card; current mortgage, lease or deed of trust; voter registration card; vehicle voter registration card; or home or vehicle insurance card. You will be asked to pay $1 for each key you request at the time of your application ($6 for each replaced key). You do not have to rent your box in the same city in which you live. Keep in mind the miles you will have to drive when you select the location for your box. Will the drive be convenient? Is it a location you will be near frequently, or will it take an extra drive to get to?
Don't forget to print a copy of your application and take it with you to the post office.
