One must be a current photo ID (like a Driver's License or Passport) and the other must prove your physical address (like a lease, mortgage, or vehicle registration). 🌐 100% Online Alternatives (Virtual Mailboxes)
Fill out the digital PS Form 1093 , accept the terms, and pay using a credit or debit card. 🔑 The Mandatory In-Person Visit
Bring the reservation confirmation or the printed Form 1093 generated online.
Enter a ZIP code on USPS.com to find available boxes and local pricing.
You receive photos of your mail and can request scans, forwarding, or shredding through an app.
Within of your online payment, you must visit the specific post office where your box is located to "activate" it. You will need:
Unlike a USPS PO Box, these often provide a "real" street address, allowing you to receive packages from private carriers like UPS and FedEx. PO Boxes - USPS
You can often verify your ID via an online notary service for a fee.