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How to Locate a Drop Box

Whether it's a forgotten birthday present or important project grant that you have to send by mail, finding a nearby drop box can be a challenge if you don't know where to look. The United States Postal Service, UPS and FedEx all have websites designated to make the search easier and quicker, so you don't have to waste any more time.

Instructions

United States Postal Service
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  Go to the United States Postal Service website (see Resources) and click on the "Locate a Post Office."
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  Select the type of service that you are looking for in the "What Are You Looking For" box.
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  Enter your street address and city or ZIP code and state, and click "Search." This will drag up a list of USPS post offices near you. Make sure that your package is carefully labeled and cushioned and sealed properly for safe transport once received at the post office.
UPS
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  Go to UPS website (see References) to find the nearest UPS drop box.
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  Enter your country and address and select the location type that you are searching for.
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  Click "Find" and select "View Results" tab to find the nearest drop box.
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  Click "Driving Directions" for directions from your address to the nearest drop box.
FedEx
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  Go to the FedEx website and select "Dropoff" (see Resources) to find the nearest FedEx drop box.
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  Enter your ZIP code or your address or phone number.
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  Check the boxes of the locations you want to find and click "Find Locations."

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