Ensuring those serving in the nation’s armed forces and diplomatic service receive their holiday mail in time is a priority for the Postal Service. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
Deadlines for Christmas delivery to U.S. Military and APO/FPO depend on the destination. For most destinations, the following cutoff dates apply:
Priority Packages and First-Class cards and letters: Dec. 9
Priority Express Mail: Dec. 16
The Postal Service offers a $2 discount on its largest Flat Rate Priority Box when sent to an APO/FPO/DPO address.
USPS offers a free Military Kit consisting of two Priority Mail APO/FPO/DPO flat rate boxes; two Priority Mail medium flat rate boxes; Priority Mail tape; Priority Mail address labels; and customs forms.
To order the kit, call 800-610-8734. Other information is at www.usps.com.