Shipping

[scansmom]

<p>I just posted a link to the resmail FAQ in another thread, but one thing to be careful about when shipping packages is to make sure that the package is addressed correctly:</p>

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How should my mail be addressed?</p>

<p>Correctly addressing the envelope is the most important aspect of any mailing. To facilitate efficient sorting and processing, USPS recommends capital letters without punctuation and requires the use of standard abbreviations. Your mail should be addressed as follows:</p>

<p>Your Name # (your mailbox number) Mailing Address City State 5-Digit ZIP</p>

<p>Example:
MAY B ANYBODY</p>

<h1>116</h1>

<p>10 FORSYTH ST
BOSTON MA 02115</p>

<p>More tips:</p>

<p>-USPS recommends that the preface “BOX” is not used, however, the # sign is an acceptable substitution. The term “BOX” causes the USPS mail sorting machines to automatically assign the mail piece to a USPS PO Box and could lead to delays or possible mis-delivery of your mail.
-If you live on Columbus Ave. your zip code is 02120.
-Do not include Northeastern University in your address, as it will cause delays.
-Address mail by box number and NOT room number if you are living in a building that is delivered by ResMail.
-Do not mail any packages to yourself at Northeastern until one week before the start of the term.

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