How to Check Registered Mail

With a signature confirmation, registered mail will not be left in a mailbox.

Registered mail is the most secure way to send something important or valuable with the United States Postal Service. Each piece of registered mail is insured for up to $25,000 against damage and loss. Delivery can take 10 to 14 days and is more expensive than first class. To track your mail efficiently using registered mail, you must properly address your mail, send it registered, and opt for a confirmation before sending.

Instructions

1. Print your name and address in the top left corner of the envelope. Avoid printing the return address on the back of the envelope, as this slows the mailing process. Place a postage meter, or PC postage printout, in the top right corner of the envelope.

2. Print the name of the recipient, along with either the street address or the post office box number where they can be reached, along with the city, the state abbreviation, and the zip code. USPS asks that mailers refrain from using commas or periods when addressing envelopes.

3. Tell the post office to send your envelope as registered mail.

4. Inform post office personnel you would like to add a signature confirmation or delivery confirmation. A signature confirmation provides you with the name and signature (upon request) of the person who accepted the mail, the date and the time of delivery or attempted delivery. A delivery confirmation only provides you with the date and time.

5. Ask for restricted delivery. This certifies that the registered mail will be given only to the person specified by you.

References

• USPS.com: Registered Mail