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Postage Fees

(Effective 01/27/2019)

US Postal Service Postage Rates

When ShipitAPO mails out a package on behalf of its Members, postage is charged at published U.S. Postal Service rates. See rate details below. Our Pennsylvania package processing facility is strategically located to service those from Military States AA and AE. Our California package processing facility is strategically located to service those from Military State AP.

Reminder

The only way to get packages to an APO/FPO/DPO address is via the U.S. Postal Service. This means that ALL size, weight and content restrictions must be adhered to in order for a package to be mailed out. While each APO/FPO/DPO has its own specific set of Zip Code Restrictions, in general no package can exceed 70 pounds, be larger than 130 inches when you add the length (always the longest side) and the girth, or contain prohibited items (flammables, air conditioners, etc.).

NOTE: ANY APO/FPO/DPO ZIP CODE SIZE OR WEIGHT RESTRICTION ALWAYS SUPERCEDES THE NORMAL WEIGHT LIMIT OF 70 POUNDS AND NORMAL SIZE LIMIT OF 130 INCHES (length + girth). Please see your local Postmaster for further details.

Postage Rates are based on both size and weight

The United States Postal Service postage rates, which went into effect January 18, 2009 brought with them many fundamental changes as to how postage for a package is determined. These changes, which carry forward to all future postage rate changes, subsequently affect how ShipitAPO handles and processes packages to ensure compliance with these new Postal regulations.

As postage rates change, these links will be updated as the USPS transitions from Rate Case terminology to actual/effective rates.

Shape-based Pricing

While postage has always been determined based on the weight of a package and the distance it traveled before being delivered using a "Zone" structure, the new postage rates now couple the "Zone distance" with the shape and size of a package. There are eight (8) postal Zones, each one a predetermined distance from the point of origin to the destination, Zone 1 being the shortest distance, Zone 8 the longest.

Dimensional Weight: Packages addressed for delivery in Zones 5-8 for mail class Priority Mail that measure more than 1 cubic foot in volume will be charged the higher of their actual weight and a dimensional weight. The dimensional weight is the volume of the parcel divided by 194 and rounded up.

Oversized Parcel (formerly Oversized Parcel Post): Packages that exceed 108 inches in postal dimension but do not exceed 130 inches in postal dimension (where the length cannot exceed 72 inches) are considered oversized and can only be mailed as Oversized Parcel as long as they do not exceed 70 pounds. Postage for Oversized Parcel is a flat rate, independent of weight, priced per Zone.

To ensure compliance with these shape-based postage requirements, ShipitAPO has to measure each package so affected. These dimensions are entered into our package processing system; a proprietary system that incorporates the USPS certified "PC postage" services of Endicia to determine the proper postage for each package we mail out. Accordingly, you will note "Dimensional" and "Oversize" on ShipitAPO invoices when those types of postage rates are determined to be applicable.

Dimensional Weight Postage

Priority Mail: Zones 5-8
Parcel Select: N/A

1. Measure the length, width, and height in inches. Round each measurement to the nearest whole inch.
2. Multiply the length (always the longest side) x height x width: (21 x 20 x 20) = 8,400 cubic inches.
3. If the result exceeds 1,728 cubic inches, divide the result by 194 and round up to nearest whole number to determine the dimensional weight in pounds: (8,400/194 = 43.29) 43.29 is rounded up to the next pound of 44lbs.
4. The postage rate is based upon the actual weight or the dimensional weight, whichever is greater.

1. Measure the length, width, and height in inches. Round each measurement to the nearest whole inch.
2. Multiply the length (always the longest side) x height x width: (30 x 9 x 18) = 4,860 cubic inches.
3. Multiply the result by an adjustment factor of 0.785: 4,860 x 0.785 = 3,815.1 cubic inches.
4. If the final results exceeds 1,728 cubic inches, divide the result by 194 and round up the nearest whole number to determine the dimensional weight in pounds: (3,815.1/194 = 19.66) 19.66 rounded up to the next pound is 20lbs.
5. The rate is based upon the actual weight or dimensional weight, whichever is greaer.
6. If the dimensional weight exceeds 70lbs, the package pays the 70lb. rate.

Oversized Parcel:

Priority Mail: N/A
Parcel: All Zones

1. Measure the length, width, and height in inches. Round each measurement to the nearest whole inch.
2. Add the length and the girth: 31 + (20 + 20 + 20 + 20) = 110".
3. If the result exceeds 108" but does not exceed 130", the package falls into the Oversized Parcel rate category. The postage is a flat rate (Zone dependent) regardless of weight, but the weight cannot exceed 70lbs.
4. The rate is based upon destination Zone.

Note: Oversized Parcel packages usually take a very long time to be delivered. While the MPSA indicates a 30-day delivery timeframe, we see more like 6-8 weeks. Please do not associate long delivery times with ShipitAPO. We are at the mercy of the U.S. Postal Service and MPSA, just like everyone else.

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Handling Fees

(Effective 01/27/2019)

Membership

There are two membership types - Basic & Premier.

Basic Membership offers an a la carte, pay as you go type of service. Our Basic Membership account has no registration fee or annual fee. When you register with ShipitAPO, you automatically become a Basic Member. Upgrading to Premier Membership is optional and can be done at any time from our Members Area.

Premier Membership offers a combination of reduced normal handling fee rates, discounted special handling fees and some optional services remain free. Also, included is $100.00 worth of insurance coverage on all packages at no additional charge. However, it is for PERSONAL USE only. Any business, institutional, government, corporate or non-profit Members, using our service for non-personal use, are NOT ELIGIBLE for Premier Membership.

The annual Premier Membership fee is $75.00. Once you enroll as a Premier Member you cannot downgrade until the end of "membership year." You can of course, opt not to re-enroll. On your anniversary date, when we attempt to renew your Premier Membership, if you have opted not to re-enroll as a Premier Member prior to your anniversary date, your account will automatically revert to Basic membership, which is free. Successful Premier Membership enrollment begins when the Premier Membership account fee is paid in full. The Premier Membership fee is non-refundable. We may elect to close Premier Membership enrollment at any time.

When ShipitAPO processes a package for forwarding via the U.S. Postal Service, here is what we do:

1. Upon delivery by the incoming shipping carrier, we sign for packages as required and inspect every one.
2. We identify the "owner" of each packages against our database.
3. We weight it, determine the correct postage and affix it to the package.
4. We charge your billing profile the balance of the total postage plus any optional insurance fees and the ShipitAPO handling fee.
5. A new address label is created which contains the destination address on record in your account profile, along with a US Postal Service Delivery Confirmation number.
6. We affix the new label to the package.
7. We complete the appropriate Customs form and affix this form to your package as well.
8. Once completed, we update your account and send you an email notification and get the packages into the hands of the US Postal Service for delivery to your forwarding address.

	Basic	Premier
Subscription	None	$75.00/year
Weight, postage class or action
All Packages (Regardless of weight)	$10.00	$8.00
Service Requests/Storage
Package Service Requests	$2.50/package	Included
Issue Resolutions	$2.50/package	$1.50/package
Storage (after 14 day grace period)	$2.50/day	$1.50/day

Service Fees

Package Inspection	$15.00
Lithium Battery Resolution	$20.00
Alternate Shipping	Carrier Rates
Re-processing	Second handling fee
Special Services	Email for quote
Repack Assessment	$15.00
Repack	Starts @ $45.00
Pallet Processing	$25.00/pallet
Forklift* (> 70lbs or ≥ 45lbs and too large)	$15.00
Jump The Queue**	$15.00
Refuse Package**	$15.00
Package Disposal	$5.00
Overpack	$20.00
Chargeback Resolution	$35.00
Third-party Paperwork/Payment	$25.00
New Package Creation	$15.00
Adminstrative Fee	$30.00

* For packages over 70lbs or when the package is too large to mail and the package weighs 45lbs or more.
** No charge if service was unable to be performed.

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Insurance Fees and Coverage Rules

(Effective 01/27/2019)

Insurance Rates

The purchase of insurance is completely optional. You may elect to purchase insurance coverage at the rates detailed below. Please be aware that ShipitAPO uses a 3rd-party insurance carrier, which provides insurance coverage that may differ from what is provided by the USPS. One example is that you cannot insure TVs when using our service. You can change the amount of insruance coverage at any time, even on a per-package basis, so that you always have the right amount of insurance on all your packages, except for items that are not insurable. Should you want to purchase insurance, just set your account insurance preferences to how much coverage you want.

NOTE:

Effective 1/22/2017, all packages insured for $400.00 or more must be Overpacked for an additional fee of $20.00. Such Overpacking will serve to disguise the original package, which will prevent potential thieves from recognizing the name of the item/merchant and size/shape of the original package. Changing the size/shape is fundamental to confusing anyone looking to open your package and remove items. The folks who steal stuff from within the mailstream are very experienced and specific packages are targeted. They are not stealing diapers. They can spot a cell phone box or a laptop box at 30 feet. So, for example, if a cell phone package is put into a bigger and more generic box, it will not appear as a cell phone to these people as the package moves through the mail stream.

Accordingly, as we process a package on your behalf, if we detect that you have requested $400.00 or more insurance, we will automatically Overpack it and charge you an additional $20.00 for this service, which would be added to your forwarding invoice.

Based on your account settings, you will be charged the cost of insurance as we process your package at the following rates:

Insurance Coverage	Basic	Premier
$0.01 - $50.00	$2.20	Included
$100.00	$2.80	Included
$200.00	$3.50	$3.50
$300.00	$4.60	$4.60
$400.00	$5.80	$5.80
$500.00	$6.95	$6.95
$600.00	$9.35	$9.35
$9.35 plus $1.35 per $100 or fraction thereof over $600.00 in desired coverage, up to $5000.00 max. coverage. NOTE: Effective 01/27/2019, all packages insured for $400.00 or more must be Overpacked for an additional fee of $20.00.

NOTE: Claims must be submitted to ShipitAPO within 85-days of the shipment date but no earlier than 45-days if claiming loss; 60-days for packages mailed Parcel Select. Email and fax submissions are acceptable to meet deadline dates but hard copies with original signatures are required to be submitted unless otherwise instructed during the claims process. All insurance claims over $150.00 must be notarized. Claim forms and instructions can be downloaded from our UserCenter.