PO Boxes are as secure as mailboxes but provide more flexibility for mail pickup. The convenience of earlier mail delivery is helpful to small business owners. Boxes provide home-based businesses with the ability to separate business and personal mail.
"Many people have discovered that Post Office Box service is a safe, convenient way to receive their mail," said Pat Donahoe, Deputy Postmaster General. "Boxes allow customers to choose a location that's close to either home or work. You hold the key to convenience with a PO Box."
Five box sizes are available. Fees are based on a six-month term and determined by box size. Many Post Office Box lobbies have extended hours and are open 24 hours a day.
Interested customers should log on to the USPS Web site and click on "Locate a Post Office Box" on the right-hand side of the page. Boxes can be found by inserting either a ZIP Code or street address. One more click will list PO Box lobby hours.
