Who needs a PS Form 1509?
Form PS 1509, Sender’s Request for USPS Package Intercept Service is used by a person requesting the interception of an item sent through the Postal Service before it is delivered.
The applicable fee must be paid along with the submission of this form.
What is PS Form 1509 for?
As mentioned above, the USPS form 1509 is used to request the interception of a shipment before delivery. Package Intercept is not available for any non-viable item or a tailpiece that bears surface-only transportation markings, such as Label 127, Surface Mail Only, or bears other hazardous materials markings, such as Consumer Commodity ORM-D.
The submitter should indicate the class of mail of the item sent, the shape of the item, and the extra service barcode or tracking number.
How do I fill out PS Form 1509?
The following sections of the USPS Sender’s Request form should be filled out in order to complete the form:
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Class of Mail (the type of mailing must be indicated);
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Shape (whether the mail is letter, large envelope, or parcel);
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Extra Service / Tracking Barcode Number;
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The ZIP Code of the mailer;
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Complete addressing information;
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Statement of Understanding;
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Processing of Application;
The definition of Letter-size mail, Flat or large envelope-size mail, and Parcel-size mail is given on the second page of this form. The instructions given on the second page of the 1509 form should be read before filling out the form.
Where do I send PS Form 1509?
Once completed and signed, the form 1509 should be submitted to the nearest post office. Also, the fee must be paid in order for the form to be valid.
