What are suggested care package items? Are there any restricted items? Click here for a care package guide.
What if my contact requests a restricted item? Soldiers may ask participants to send them restricted items, such as: candy that melts, pressurized items, religious items, and sexually explicit materials. If your contact requests a restricted item, do not comply or the package may be confiscated by authorities. What size care packages are recommended to send to soldiers? Packages that are no larger than the size of a shoebox are strongly recommended. Smaller packages have a more ensured delivery. Do I have to use the US Postal Service? You must use the US Postal Service when mailing packages and flat mail. Mailing a letter to an APO address requires only a regular postage stamp. For care packages, Priority Mail offers free oversized envelopes/boxes and on average costs about $5.00. All packages sent to military addresses must have a customs form (available at all post offices). Do I have to send my packages Priority Mail? Not necessarily.
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- What are suggested care package items? Are there any restricted items? Click here for a care package guide.
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