Do you need extra postage to mail to an APO address?

You only have to provide standard domestic postage on mail going to an APO or FPO address. If you pay 47 cents for a stamp to mail something within the continental United States, it only costs 47 cents to mail it overseas as long as you have an APO / FPO / DPO address and associated ZIP code.

Who can ship to an APO address?

Military Mail is the only way for a package to get mailed to an APO or FPO. UPS, FedEx and other shipping services aren’t able to send packages to this USPS offshoot. Packages sent by Military Mail must be less than 70 pounds and cannot include perishables, alcohol, firearms or explosive materials.

How do you send mail to a military base?

How do I format a military address?

1. The full name of the addressee. Mail sent without a full name will not be delivered.
2. The unit or Post Office box number.
3. A three letter code associated with the type of location. APO is used for Army and Air Force installations.
4. The “state” of the addressee.

What Cannot be shipped to an APO address?

These items are normally subject to customs duties and taxes upon entry into Germany, and so importing through the APO is a violation of German law and tax evasion. Specifically, liquor, wine, beer, alcohol-based candy and perfumes, cigars, cigarettes, chewing tobacco and packaged coffees are illegal.

Can I mail a cell phone to an APO address?

No cell phones, computers, furniture, outdoor living items and some apparel, camera and photo, electronics, health and personal care, housewares, jewelry, software, sports, tools and hardware, or [email protected] items can be shipped to APO/FPOs.

Does UPS deliver to APO addresses?

UPS will only accept shipments to a valid street address. We do not deliver to P.O. Additionally, Army Post Office (APO) and Fleet Post Office (FPO) addresses are not accepted.

Does FedEx Ship to an APO address?

Although other shipping services such as FedEx and UPS send packages to other countries where military forces are concentrated, USPS is the only entity that can actually deliver them to APO, FPO, and DPO addresses due to governmental security reasons.

What does APO mean in an address?

Army Post Office
APO stands for Army Post Office, and is associated with Army or Air Force installations. FPO stands for Fleet Post Office, and is associated with Navy installations and ships. DPO stands for Diplomatic Post Office and is associated with U.S. embassies overseas.

Will FedEx ship to an APO address?

How long does it take for a letter to get to an APO address?

Mail addressed to most APO/FPO destinations can be combined with Delivery Confirmation (Tracking) either at the local post office or online at Click-n-Ship. Typically military mail can be delivered between seven and 10 days depending on country of destination. Priority Mail parcels will take 10 to 15 days.

How do APO addresses work?

Military addresses must show the grade, full name with middle name or initial, and PSC number, unit number, or ship name. Replace the city name with “APO ” or “FPO,” and the state with “AA,” “AE,” or “AP,” and use a special ZIP Code. All APO / FPO shipments must be made by using the United States Post Office (USPS).

Does FedEx deliver to APO addresses?

How do you address a letter with an APO address?

Addressing an Item. When sending a letter or package to an APO or FPO, use the correct address format. This should start with the addressee’s rank and name, followed by the full name of their unit; the Army gives this example: “123rd ENG 2nd PLT – B CO.”. The final element of the address is APO or FPO, followed by a ZIP code,…

How much postage to mail to an APO address?

Cost of APO/FPO Mail. You only have to provide standard domestic postage on mail going to an APO or FPO address. If you pay 47 cents for a stamp to mail something within the continental United States, it only costs 47 cents to mail it overseas as long as you have an APO / FPO / DPO address and associated ZIP code.

Can I ship an order to an APO/FPO address?

Shipping to APO/FPO/DPO addresses is possible with the USPS only. There are 2 main approaches you can take. You can either ship with the USPS directly, or use a package forwarder like Planet Express. We explain the pros and cons of both ways below.

Can you mail alcohol to an APO address?

Mailing of Alcohol. Please be advised that alcohol is strictly prohibited from being mailed to APO, FPO, and DPO locations. Per our policies, we will not ship these types of items for you.