Is it cheaper to use your own envelope for priority mail?

Is it cheaper to use your own envelope for priority mail?

Otherwise, Priority Mail® is just the name of the service class, and you can use any box or packaging that you’d like… and for most cases, it’s actually cheaper to use your own packaging instead of a Flat Rate service.

What envelope can I use for priority mail?

Priority Mail envelopes are available at your Post Office or visit www.usps.com/store. You must use the USPS-produced address label for Priority Mail Express. You can print and pay for your Priority Mail Express and Priority Mail postage labels online using Click-N-Ship.

How much does it cost to send a Priority Mail envelope?

Domestic Prices

Service	Prices
Priority Mail®	From $8.70 at the Post Office From $7.37 for Commercial Base From $7.37 for Commercial Plus
Priority Mail Flat Rate® Envelope	$8.95 at the Post Office $7.75 for Commercial Base $7.75 for Commercial Plus
Prepaid Forever® Priority Mail Flat Rate	See pricing online

What is a USPS priority mail Flat Rate envelope?

Priority Mail Flat Rate is a 1 to 3 day shipping service provided by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) that features one flat rate for delivery of a package or envelope to its destination. The service allows a maximum weight of 70 lbs. or less for each envelope or package.

Is Priority Mail by weight or size?

Except for Priority Mail Flat Rate packaging, Priority Mail prices are based on weight and zone.

Can I use my own mailer for priority mail?

Many people believe that Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, First Class Mail, and other USPS programs require customers to use their packaging. However, unless you are shipping a package via Priority Mail Flat Rate, customers are welcome to use their own shipping mailer, including a poly mailer.

Do flat rate envelopes have to be flat?

Flat refers to price, not shape. As long as the envelope closes within the normal folds, bulges will not matter.

How thick can a priority flat rate envelope be?

Priority Mail Padded Flat Rate Envelope is an envelope of 9.5in (L) by 12.5in (W), lined with bubble padding for extra protection. It’s flexible, bendable, and thick enough to protect your item from the bumps and tumbles of postal transit.

Is a bubble mailer an envelope or a package?

This depends on the thickness of your bubble mailer. Once packed, if your bubble mailer is 3/4 of an inch thick or less, it’s considered an envelope. If your bubble mailer is over 3/4 of an inch thick, it’s considered a package. Your bubble mailer will most likely be a package.