Stamped envelopes and cards. All commemorative stamps, which celebrate distinguished artists, athletes, historic milestones, natural wonders, and more, are issued as Forever Stamps. The Postal Store has a wide selection of Forever Stamps available for purchase.
Back to top. Global Forever stamps can be used to mail a postcard or 1-ounce letter-size mailpiece anywhere in the world. In addition, mailers may use a Global Forever stamp as postage for any type of single-piece international or domestic mailpiece.
The Global Forever Stamp cover up to 2 ounce letters when used to send to Canada. All other countries require Additional Ounce postage to a max of 3. What are semipostal stamps? Prices are adjusted in increments of five cents. By law, revenue from sales minus postage and the reasonable costs of the Postal Service is to be transferred to a selected executive agency or agencies.
What are NetStamps? NetStamps are used like regular stamps and never expire. NetStamps are Denomination stamps with the value printed on the face of the stamps. For additional information, visit the Stamps. For information on Stamps to Go, please visit www. What should I know about U. Postal Stamps? All postage stamps issued by the United States since are valid for postage from any point in the United States or from any other place where U.
Mail service operates. You may use any Denomination stamp s to equal the total postage affixed. Total postage affixed must equal at least the postage charge for the class of the mail. The USPS does not exchange stamps solely because of new postage prices. As mentioned above, postal stamps do not expire and can be used indefinitely. In the event of a price increase, customers can purchase Denomination Stamps to make up the price for postage or use Forever Stamps.
You can use Denomination stamps of that value. Stamps which are mutilated or defaced are not valid for U. S domestic or U. However, a minor tear at the corner of a stamp does not render a stamp invalid. This standard needs to be applied in a common sense fashion allowing for the possibility of minor tears in stamps when they are removed from their host sheet or booklet. However, if more than a minor portion of a stamp has been torn and is missing, the stamp should be exchanged for another stamp of equal value provided the remaining portion of the stamp is in substantially whole condition and its denomination is evident.
No, a used stamp cannot be reused. Stamps that have not yet been used, but have been attached to an envelope may still be used. However, you may not cut an unused stamp from an envelope and use tape to apply to a new envelope. Forever Stamps are special, non-denominated stamps created to save customers time and money.
According to USPS:. Therefore, when a customer buys a Forever Stamp, they pay the current First-Class Mail one 1 ounce price and it is always worth the First-Class Mail one 1 ounce price no matter how many times the price of the stamp changes in the future.
If you buy a Forever Stamp at the current postage rate one year, and the rates rise in the intervening years, the Forever Stamp will still be valid, saving you the time and money it would take to upgrade the stamp. If you are wondering if your stamp is a Forever Stamp, look for the Forever logo on the stamp. As of January 24, , USPS proposed price changes to take effect for additional ounces on single piece letters, metered mail and postcard stamps.
The current domestic and international mailing prices from USPS :. Keep in mind that any stamp, no matter how rare or valuable, is only recognized by the USPS as a regular stamp.
Online shipping is less than ideal if you need a stamp immediately, but it is a simple and convenient option for those responsible few who think ahead. You can buy stamps from USPS. You can also buy a wide variety of stamps online from Amazon. Stamps ordered online are only available by the sheet. Some single stamps are available on Amazon, but these are usually collectible items at a much higher cost than regular stamps.
The nice part about ordering stamps online is that you can choose from a selection of commemorative designs and specialty patterns. Many designed stamps are the same price as regular stamps whilst highlighting anything from The First Moon Landing, to Woodstock, to Sesame Street, to the Tyrannosaurus Rex.
You can buy booklets or sheets of postage stamps any day of the week from Walmart, but not individual stamps. One downside to Kroger is that they do not sell individual stamps, but booklets and sheets are available.
Similar to Walmart, Kroger has the added benefit of offering a variety of other stationery supplies. While there are not a lot of banks or ATMs that have stamps available for purchase, there are some that do. This is sometimes a frustrating experience, as the banks that do sell stamps do not have them available at every branch or ATM. You can find stamps at many gas stations.
If you ever need to send an item or postcard from the road, try a gas station. Walgreens and a few other pharmacies across the US also sell stamps. There are a number of days throughout the year beyond regular Sunday closures when USPS offices are closed.
These closures give postal workers a well-deserved break. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, when the post office is already closed, the closing holiday may be moved to the following Monday.
Check the holiday calendar for the current year to see the exact date of closure. The best place to buy envelopes depends on the size you need, and how often you plan on sending mail. A post office will have a wide variety of envelopes and a person working there who can guide your decision making to ensure you purchase the correct size.
If you are unfamiliar with envelope sizes, or if you are mailing a large or abnormally-sized item, you should consult the post office. You may also want to purchase an envelope directly from the post office for valuable items that require a padded envelope or tracking number. Purchasing envelopes online is simple and affordable if you know what size envelope you need. And if you also need writing paper, an envelope or two and perhaps some wrapping paper, this is the place where you can get it.
Banks will carry stamps. This is a shame as many gas stations are open all day and all night too. This is a relatively new development, and while you can buy stamps at many of the newer ATMs, not all of them have stamps available. Furthermore, many of the ATMs that do sell stamps as part of their service are mainly to be found on the west coast. However, expect this service to spread as time passes. Others carry a wide variety of stamps as well.
Nearly all the big grocery stores will carry stamps.
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