Presorted First-Class Mail  
A proven cost-effective business tool.
Discount mail is your best option if you mail in volume. For discounted First-Class Mail, you must have 500 or more pieces per mailing and you must do some additional work to make your mail easier for the postal service to handle. The work you do in terms of preparing and sorting your mail can lower your postage costs. The postage depends on the characteristics of your mailpiece. You must pay an annual mailing fee at each facility where you enter mail. Mailpieces must weigh less than 13 ounces.

Automation prices are available for cards, letters, and large envelopes compatible with automation standards. To qualify for the lower automation prices, your mailpiece must meet specific addressing, barcoding, and design standards.

Business Mail 101
A “How To” primer for discount mail. Learn how to make an informed decision.
 
  Calculate Postage
Find out how much First-Class Mail costs.
Go to Calculate Postage

  Business Mail Help
For detailed answers to your discount mail questions.
Go to Business Mail Entry Locator

  Mail Entry Locations
Find a USPS unit where standard mail can be dropped off for delivery.
Find Mail Entry Locations

Quick Service Guides - Learn More Now

Letters

Presorted Letters and Cards - Machinable Quick Service Guide
Automation Letters and Cards Quick Service Guide

Large Envelopes

Presorted Large Envelopes Quick Service Guide
Automation Large Envelopes Quick Service Guide

Parcels

Presorted Parcels Quick Service Guide

Add Extra Services:

Certificate of Mailing – Provides evidence of mailing.
Certified Mail™ – Provides a mailing receipt and online access to delivery information.


Related Publications
Presorted First-Class Forms - Find the forms you need here.
Postal Explorer - A comprehensive information source for discount mailers. Search the Domestic Mail Manual, Quick Service Guides, and related publications.