Postal Letter

How to ship an item from the post office?

Should I just put the item in the box, tape it up, and bring it to the post office? And if I'm going to ship it from the post office, do I need to print a shipping label before I bring it to them? Or will they do that for me?

Public Comments

1. ...why don't you pick up your telephone and call your Local Post Office and ask the "nice" Postal Clerk who will answer ALL of your questions with the CORRECT ANSWER ! ...not the millions of Yahoo answers that you'll get from these IDIOTS !
2. Your questions are why I would never buy from an eBay seller with a feedback of (0). Find a box. The box needs to be larger than the item you are shipping. If it's not a book, allow for 1 inch on all sides and add padding. Include an "invoice"--something with their name, address and yours. Tape shut. Personally I print up the their name/address and put this under clear tape. Buy postage. This can be done at home (and some postage systems let you add the recipient's name/address too) or at the post office. Affix to the package. Hand to the clerk or put in the bin. No, you cannot get a fully filled out shipping label at the post office. You can buy boxes or if, paying for priority postage, use one of theirs.
3. Put filler material in the box to cushion the item, and so it does not rattle around during shipment. Tape the box securely. You can either write the address boldly in marker right on the box, or tape a piece of paper (or a label) to the box with the address written on it. Cover the paper or label completely with clear tape to make sure it doesn't come loose. They will ask how you want it shipped - priority, first class, parcel post, etc. They will also ask if you want proof of delivery, insurance, or other optional services. Research the rates online before you go so you can give the right answer.