For the first time since 1995, the Postal Service's familiar and trusted products for shipping domestically and internationally will have a new look.  The Postal Service has redesigned all Priority Mail and Express Mail packages and envelopes, including the popular Flat Rate boxes and envelopes. Mailers can use the same Priority Mail and Express Mail packaging whether they are shipping within the United States or to another country, beginning May 14.

 The Postal Service logo is prominent alongside international symbols for use by foreign posts. The new design has space for required forms, labels and Intelligent Mail® barcodes.  The new packaging is expected to begin arriving in Post Offices across the country this week. All packaging also is available online at USPS.com. The Postal Service will continue to accept all existing international and domestic Priority Mail and Express Mail packaging. Express Mail and Priority Mail packages and envelopes remain available free of charge - as does package pickup.

Customers can take advantage of the personal convenience and service of having packages picked up at no extra charge at their home, saving a trip to the Post Office. Unlike other shipping companies, there is no fee for the service. Carrier Pickup is available for packages being sent by Express Mail or Priority Mail - domestic or international. There is no limit to the number of packages that can be picked up.