The sender may request a Return Receipt by paying an additional fee. Because registered mail must be signed for each time it changes hands, it may not reach its destination as quickly as First Class Mail. In order to insure delivery by required date proper planning for lead-time is necessary. Because of the expense of Registered Mail, persons are encouraged to use other types of mailing, unless the contents of an item are of significant value. This service is available only when First Class or Priority postage is paid.
Fees increase in proportion to the registered value.
Registered mail is protected against loss or damage only when the fees are paid. Rates will rise periodically, please refer to the most resent Price Summary Card for up to date prices. An insured item will have a higher fee. A mailer who does not know the replacement value costs should contact a person or firm familiar with such documents and determine replacement costs before mailing the articles. Mailers who fail to declare full value or fail to pay the appropriate fee may be denied payment of indemnity in case of loss or damage.