Example address
Camille DUPONT
GENERAL DELIVERY
CITY STATE ZIP-9999
USA
Greyed out: replace with your own details. Write the rest exactly as shown.
Holding period, cost and tips
Held for
30 days
Cost
No fee announced
ID document
Required
The official regulations (DMM) mention no fee.
- The "-9999" format comes from travel guides, not from an official text: ask the post office for its exact ZIP code.
- Generally only one site per multi-facility post office; you can only use one location.
- The postmaster may refuse the service without adequate ID or limit the volume.
The holding period, the cost and the address format are confirmed by an official page.
Source: USPS ↗