PO Boxes
Secure Your Mail at a Post Office
Secure your personal or small business mail with a Post Office Box™ (PO Box™), a protected mailbox inside a Post Office™ facility. Renting a PO Box is quick and easy:
- Apply online: Locate, book, and make a payment for a PO Box at a nearby Post Office.
- Pick up your keys in person: Bring your filled-out application along with two forms of identification to the designated Post Office to collect your keys.
- Receive mail at your convenience: Enjoy flexible access hours, allowing you to check your PO Box whenever it suits you.

Why Rent a PO Box?
Security
Rest assured that your packages and mail are secure at the Post Office and can only be retrieved by you or authorized individuals you designate.
Privacy
Protect your home address and keep important documents confidential, ensuring your privacy and peace of mind.
Security
Retrieve your mail at your convenience with flexible PO Box options, available in various sizes and rental terms of 3, 6, or 12 months.
PO Box Size Options
Many Post Offices offer five PO Box sizes, subject to availability.* Options range from extra small (XS – Size 1) to extra large (XL – Size 5). Select the right size based on your mail volume and whether you receive letters, packages, or both.
Larger Packages for PO Boxes
If you get packages that don’t fit into your PO Box, you’ll either:
- Get a slip to pick them up from the counter during normal business hours
*Note: The depth of most PO Boxes is 14.75″. All sizes not available in all locations. Prices differ depending on your location

Already Have a PO Box?
Renew or Manage a PO Box Online
Save time and make an online payment for the PO Box that you’re currently renting.
Add an Existing PO Box to Your Online Account
If you already have a PO Box, link it to your USPS.com account so you can easily manage it online.
Informed Delivery by USPS
Bonus: Maximize your PO Box experience with the free Informed Delivery® feature for eligible personal and business accounts. Preview incoming letter-sized mail,
Find a PO Box Near You
Reserve a box with your existing or new USPS.com account.