Outer Dimensional Volume - measurements indicating the volume of the container in cubic inchesįor more information, please visit the Priority Mail Page. Girth - measurement of the distance around the container (i.e. Inside Dimensions - measurements of the inside of the container The following examples can assist mailers in determining length or length and girth combined for rectangular and nonrectangular parcels.Outside Dimensions - measurements of the outside of the container See 231.23 for determining length or length and girth combined for rectangular and nonrectangular parcels.įor all parcels, length is the longest side of the parcel, and girth is the measurement around the thickest part that is perpendicular to the length.

The maximum size dimensions for Priority Mail International parcels vary by country and are noted in the Individual Country Listings.

PS Form 2976-E is approximately 10-1/4 inches wide and 7-1/4 inches high.

For Priority Mail International parcels, the surface area of the address side of the item to be mailed must be large enough to completely contain the postage, PS Form 2976-E (the envelope for the customs label), and any other applicable endorsements or markings.

The minimum and maximum dimensions for Priority Mail International parcels are as follows: 231.22 Dimensions - Priority Mail International Parcels To determine the maximum weight limit for each country, see the Individual Country Listings. The maximum weight limit for Priority Mail International service is 70 pounds, but lower country-specific weight limits might apply. 231.213 Priority Mail International Ordinary Parcels The weight limit for items mailed using the Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes is 20 pounds. 231.212 Priority Mail International Medium and Large Flat Rate Boxes

The maximum weight for items mailed using Flat Rate Envelopes and Small Flat Rate Priced Boxes is 4 pounds. 231.2 Physical Characteristics 231.21 Weight Limits 231.211 Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes and Small Flat Rate Priced Boxes

Priority Mail International service is considered a parcel stream for mail exchange purposes. USPS Marketing Mail Eligibility Decision TreeĢ30 Priority Mail International 231 Description and Physical Characteristics 231.1 General.Designing Letter and Reply Mail (PUB 25).

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