The USPS announces their plant-verified drop shipment (PVDS) procedures for the May 12 implementation of new prices are as follows:

Current Prices

Mailers may use the current prices for PVDS mailings verified and paid before May 12. We will accept these mailings at destination entry postal facilities up to May 27 when presented with appropriate verification and payment documentation.

New Prices

Mailers may use the new prices for PVDS mailings verified and paid beginning April 12 for deposit on or after May 12. We will accept these mailings at destination entry postal facilities beginning May 12 when presented with appropriate verification and payment documentation.

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