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Procedures for Processing Unsealed Envelopes

These guidelines will assist you in processing unsealed envelopes through the Mail Services Unit:

Envelopes must be bundled with envelope flaps down and not interlocked.
Bundle envelopes in stacks no greater than four inches deep.
Secure each stack with rubber bands.
Envelopes can contain up to four folded sheets.
Envelope addresses must be typed.
Envelope addresses must face the same direction.
Envelope size cannot exceed 4 x 9 1/2 inches.

Important Notes:

Do not mix sealed and unsealed envelopes in the same bundle.
Envelopes larger than 4 x 9 1/2 inches must be sealed.

If you need more information, or have a mailing that is too large for PONY pick up, please Click Here to email Ron Parrott, Jr., Supervisor, Mail Services Unit, or contact him by phone at 301-279-3149.

Modified August 8, 2006 by DMM Webmaster