heidismiles t1_jeadk9z wrote on March 30, 2023 at 4:04 PM

If you can, it's worth it to get a mailbox at UPS/FedEx/similar places. They can accept packages from other carriers (USPS po boxes won't do this), and your mail will be safe.

elcheapodeluxe t1_jeafjd4 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 4:17 PM

Actually many USPS PO boxes CAN get packages from other carriers - you just can't use the standard addressing scheme.

https://www.usps.com/manage/po-boxes.htm#streetaddress

>What is Street Addressing and how can I get it for my PO Box?
>
>An additional service to consider adding to your PO Box is Street Addressing. With Street Addressing (if available), you have the option of using the street address of your Post Office location, combined with your PO Box number, as your mailing address. This lets you receive packages from private carriers (such as UPS, FedEx, DHL and Amazon), as long as they comply with USPS mailing standards.

I think I just had to tick a box on the form. There was no additional charge.