Priority Mail International® service is a reliable and economical way to ship to more than 180 countries, including Canada, Mexico, and Australia. Flat Rate option: Ship using free Flat Rate Boxes and Envelopes (envelopes and small boxes up to 4 lbs, medium and large boxes up to 20 lbs), starting at $29.60.

What is the maximum box size for USPS?

Packages must not weigh more than 70 lbs. In most cases, packages may not be more than 108 inches in total length and girth. (130 inches for USPS Retail Ground®.)

What are the sizes of USPS shipping boxes?

USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate Options

Type	Size^*	Price
Small Box	8 ¹¹⁄₁₆” x 5 ⁷⁄₁₆” x 1 ¾”	$9.45
Medium Box	11 ¼” x 8 ¾” x 6″ or 14″ x 12″ x 3 ½”	$16.10
Large Box	12″ x 12 ¼” x 6″	$21.50
APO/FPO Box	12″ x 12 ¼” x 6″	$20.00

Does USPS box size matter shipping?

The smaller a box you use will, as a general rule of thumb, reduce your shipping costs. Our software is set to default to 1 cubic foot for Packages when no dimensions are entered. If you know your box is less than 1 cubic foot, select Packages. You don’t have to do anything different when shipping.

Can I ship USPS with my own box?

Yes, so long as you’re not shipping via Flat Rate. If you’re shipping Priority Mail Commercial from home, you can use any box you want. Just be sure to remove any old postal barcodes or labels. By using PitneyShip, you can easily weigh and measure your package and print the appropriate Priority Mail postage.

Is it cheaper to ship USPS with your own box?

When used with the right USPS service, custom packaging is often cheaper than USPS Medium flat rate boxes. With medium and large flat rate boxes offered by the USPS for free, it’s a great, cost-cutting option.

Does USPS charge by weight or size of box?

For First-Class Mail, shape and weight will determine the price. For Priority Mail, the price is a combination of weight, size, and how far the mailpiece is traveling. Priority Mail pieces that exceed one cubic foot, are subject to “dimensional weight pricing”.

Is it cheaper to ship UPS or USPS?

UPS is often more expensive than USPS due to fees and surcharges, especially when it comes to shipping smaller packages. Generally, USPS offers much better rates when shipping smaller packages of less than two pounds. UPS typically is a better choice when shipping larger, heavier packages by offering superior value.

What is the cheapest way to send a large package?

For single boxes, USPS is often the cheapest option. For large light boxes, USPS Priority Mail will be the cheapest. For heavy large boxes or shipments of multiple boxes, consolidated freight is one of the most cost-effective shipping methods.

What is the largest box USPS will ship internationally?

First-Class Package International Service: Maximum length is 24”, and combined maximum length + height + thickness is 36″
For other international packages, length (the longest side of the package) plus total girth (distance around the thickest part) of your package must be under 108″. Learn to Measure Package Girth.

Are shipping boxes free at USPS?

They’re always free, no matter if you get them at your local Post Office or on USPS.com. This includes Priority Mail Flat Rate and Priority Mail Express boxes and envelopes, as well. The only thing you’ll need to pay for is the cost of postage.

What are the sizes of the free USPS boxes?

The Actual Outer Dimensions of Each Free USPS Box

Priority Mail Box 1092 – 13.625 x 12.25 x 2.813″
Priority Mail Box 1095 – 15.5 x 12.5 x 3.125″
Priority Mail Box 1096L – 9.375 x 6.375 x 2.188″
Priority Mail Box 1097 – 13.188 x 11.625 x 2.5″
Priority Mail Box 4 – 7.25 x 7.25 x 6.25″
Priority Mail Box 7 –

Does USPS care about dimensions?

Pieces going to a domestic location may not measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined. USPS Retail Ground® mailpieces are an exception; they may not measure more than 130 inches in length and girth combined.

Is it cheaper to ship 1 big box or 2 smaller boxes?

If possible, it’s often better to ship two smaller boxes rather than one large, heavy box. This will spread the weight of your cargo over two smaller parcels, which can significantly reduce your shipping costs especially if the large box would qualify for large or oversized pricing.

How do you calculate package size?

To calculate dimensional (DIM) weight, multiply the length, width, and height of a package, using the longest point on each side. Then, divide the cubic size of the package in inches by the DIM divisor to calculate the dimensional weight in pounds.

Can you reuse Amazon boxes to ship USPS?

Yes, you can reuse Amazon boxes for your next shipping, whether through the post or courier companies! You have to make sure that you cover the previous labels so that the parcel does not end up delivered to another destination.

How big does a box have to be to ship?

According to the USPS Postal Explorer, the minimum package size is at least 6 inches in length, 3 inches in height, and 1/4 of an inch in thickness. Written out in decimal points, that size is: 6 x 3 x 0.25″.

How much does it cost to ship a 5 lb box USPS?

2021 USPS Parcel Select Ground Shipping Rates

Parcel Select (wt. not over)	Zones 1 & 2	Zone 5
3 lb	$7.75	$9.29
4 lb	$7.85	$10.08
5 lb	$7.95	$11.35
6 lb	$8.06	$13.97

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