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What You Need to Know About Certified Mail

Whether you're sending a legal document or a confidential business correspondence, you'll want to use certified mail. For a small fee, the United States Postal Service (USPS) provides a dependable way to prove the delivery of your letters.



When you send certified mail, you will get a mailing receipt. This document contains a 22-digit tracking number, which allows you to track the progress of your package. You can enter the number into USPS Tracking to find out where your package is headed.


When a package arrives, the carrier will leave a delivery reminder slip at your address. If the recipient doesn't pick up the letter within five to seven days, the post office will leave a second notice. You can also track your mail piece online by visiting the USPS website. You can search by the date, name, or reference information to find out where your letter has been delivered.


If you don't want your documents to be delivered in this way, you can refuse the certified mail. This option is available for first-class mail and registered mail. However, you will have to pay for a return receipt.


Refusing a tax notice or summons can have serious consequences. You should know the details of the case before you decide. Some financial services require that you send documents via certified mail.



Unlike regular mail, certified mail can be sent to any address. In addition, certified mail provides an extra layer of security. In most cases, you will need to sign the delivery form when you receive the letter. You may also have to show your photo ID.


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