How to Open a Mailbox
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What You’ll Need to Get StartedOpening a private mailbox requires a few steps because mailbox rentals are regulated by USPS. Before your mailbox can be activated, you’ll need to complete USPS Form 1583 and provide the required identification.
Most customers can get set up quickly as long as they bring the correct documents. |
How
It
Works
Step 1
Choose Your
Mailbox
Mailbox
Choose the mailbox size and rental term that fit your needs.
Step 2
Bring Your
Identification
Identification
Bring two forms of ID:
• one valid photo ID
• one address ID with your current residential address
• one valid photo ID
• one address ID with your current residential address
Step 3
Complete USPS
Form 1583
Form 1583
USPS requires Form 1583 to authorize us to receive mail on your behalf.
Step 4
Open Your Mailbox
Once your paperwork and ID are approved, we’ll complete your setup and issue your mailbox key.
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Identification Requirements
To open a mailbox, USPS requires two forms of identification.
Eligible Photo IDs include:
- U.S. State/Territory/Tribal Driver's or Nondriver's ID Card
- Uniformed Service ID
- Passport
- Certificate of Naturalization
- U.S. Permanent Resident Card
- U.S. University ID Card
Eligible Address IDs include:
- U.S. State/Territory/Tribal Driver's or Nondriver's ID Card
- Current Lease
- Home or Vehicle Insurance Policy
- Mortgage or Deed of Trust
- Vehicle Registration Card
- Voter Card
Important:
A driver’s license or state ID may only be used once as one form of ID, even if it appears in both categories.
Social Security cards, utility bills, and birth certificates are not accepted by USPS for mailbox setup.
Social Security cards, utility bills, and birth certificates are not accepted by USPS for mailbox setup.
USPS Form 1583
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Required for every applicant
Required for authorized individuals collecting mail on the applicant’s behalf
Required for business mailbox applicants
Notarized section — required if not signing in person
*USPS Form 1583 must be signed in person with us, or in front of a Notary Public, before your mailbox can be opened.
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Before You Visit
Bring both forms of ID, make sure they meet USPS requirements, and do not sign Form 1583 in advance unless you are signing in front of a Notary Public.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can review and complete most of the form in advance, but do not sign it ahead of time unless you are signing in front of a Notary Public. If you are signing with us in store, the form must be signed in person at that time.
Yes. Additional recipients can be added as long as they complete the required USPS paperwork and provide valid identification. Each added recipient must complete their own Form 1583. Recipient limits depend on mailbox size, and added recipients are $5 per month each.
We won’t be able to open your mailbox until the required identification is provided. To avoid delays, make sure you bring one valid photo ID and one address ID that meets USPS requirements.
Yes. A one-time $10 setup fee and a $10 refundable key deposit are due when you open your mailbox.
In many cases, yes, as long as you bring the correct IDs, complete the required paperwork, and the mailbox is available. If anything is missing, setup may be delayed.
An appointment is not required, but calling ahead is a good idea, especially if you want to confirm what documents to bring.
Still have a question? Contact Us
Call before your visit so you know what to bring and can avoid setup delays.
