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PS Form 1583 Application for Delivery of Mail Through Agent
What Is PS Form 1583?
PS Form 1583, Application for Delivery of Mail Through Agent - also referred to as the USPS Form 1583 - is a form used to authorize commercial mail receiving agents (CMRAs) to receive their customer's mail. It also proves a link between the mailbox and a responsible party. A CMRA should keep an original of the form for each customer renting a Post Office (PO) box.
CMRAs are private companies that receive mail on their customer's behalf. Depending on the agreement with a customer, CMRAs can forward the mail to their home address or hold it until pickup. In addition, CMRAs also receive courier packages and provide additional services, such as facsimile.
The PS 1583 was last updated by the United States Postal Service (USPS) on April 1, 2023 . The form is related to the PS Form 1583-A, Application to Act as a Commercial Mail Receiving Agency, which is filed by CRMAs to provide information necessary for registration as a postal agent.
Where to Get USPS Form 1583?
The USPS Form 1583 fillable version can be downloaded from the USPS website or through the link below.
Who Fills out USPS Form 1583?
The PS Form 1583 is needed in order to rent a PO box from an approved Commercial Mail Receiving Agency. The application for delivery of mail through an agent can be submitted either by an individual or by a firm representative. The completed form should be notarized and mailed to the CMRA office. The form can be sent by mail, fax or email.
How to Fill Out USPS Form 1583?
The PS Form 1583 instructions are provided below:
- Block 1, Date. Enter the date of filling out the form;
- Block 2, Name in Which Applicant's Mail Will Be Received for Delivery to Agent;
- Enter your name as the person whose mail will be received by the CMRA;
- Block 3, Address to be Used for Delivery. Provide the exact address where the mail will be sent to, and the number which was selected upon signing up the contract with the CMRA. Enter the city, state and ZIP code in Blocks 3b-d;
- Block 4, Applicant authorizes delivery to and in care of. This block requires information about the CMRA and is filled by the agency's staff. Leave this block blank;
- Block 5, This authorization is extended to include restricted delivery mail for the undersigned(s). Sign this block to authorize the CMRA to receive your mail;
- Block 6, Name of Applicant. Enter the name of the person or business that is applying for a mailbox;
- Block 7a, Applicant Home Address. Provide your home or business address. Enter the city, state and zip code in Blocks 7b-d;
- Block 7e, Applicant Telephone Number. Enter your phone number;
- Block 8. Two forms of addressee's identification are required and at least one of them must contain a photograph. Social security cards, credit cards, and birth certificates cannot be accepted as the form of identification. This block is filled by the agent;
- Blocks 9-14 apply only for business customers;
- Block 9, Name of Firm or Corporation. Enter the business name of the applicant;
- Block 10, Business Address. Enter the business address of the applicant company. Provide the city, state and ZIP code in Blocks 10b-d;
- Block 10e, Business Telephone Number. Enter the phone number of the applicant company;
- Block 11, Type of Business. Enter the type of service or products the business provides;
- Block 12. If an applicant is a firm, name each person that will have access to the mailbox. Each person must be verified;
- Block 13. If an applicant is a corporation, enter the names and addresses of its offices;
- Block 14. If a business name is registered, enter the country, state, and date of registration;
- Block 15, Signature of Agent/Notary Public. Leave blank. This block should contain the signature of a notary or authorized agent;
- Block 16, Signature of Applicant. Sign the form. If an applicant is a business, an officer should sign the form.
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