A couple of questions

Does APO mail go through customs?

Starting August 13, 2020 anyone sending a package with an APO, FPO, or MPO Zip Code in the return address will need to create a customs form online, or fill out PS Form 2976-R before visiting a retail counter for the clerk to create the label.

Is shipping to APO considered international?

Even though these customers reside in foreign countries, APO/FPO/DPO addresses are not considered international addresses by the USPS. APO/FPO/DPO mail will be delivered to military personnel across the globe as long as the military service member has an assigned ZIP code, also referred to as an APO/FPO/DPO number.

Does military mail get searched?

Soldiers are not to reveal anything about their troop in letters to home, particularly information like location, movement, and information about the wounded. During the World Wars, a unit's commanding officer was required to read all outgoing mail from his troops to make sure security was not breached.

Do international letters go through customs?

Mail entering the U.S. from abroad arrives at a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) sorting facility (International Mail Facility). Upon initial screening at arrival, USPS sends packages to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for examination. CBP then refers FDA-regulated products to the FDA's investigators for review.

Does military mail go through USPS?

A First-Class® Mail stamp can deliver a letter to a U.S. military service member located halfway around the world. The United States Postal Service processes APO (Air/Army Post Office), FPO (Fleet Post Office), and DPO (Diplomatic Post Office) mail similar to domestic mail.

Do I need a customs form to ship to APO?

You often need a customs form to ship overseas. … Starting August 13, 2020 anyone sending a package with an APO, FPO, or MPO Zip Code™ in the return address will need to create a customs form online, or fill out PS Form 2976-R before visiting a retail counter for the clerk to create the label.

How do I fill out a customs form for APO?

Just fill in whatever your service member gives you. This should include the 5 or 9 digit number at the end of the address (the military zip codes usually start with 0 or 9) in the "Postcode" box. In the "City" box, you should enter one of APO/FPO/DPO— whichever one your service member gave you.

Can the military hold your mail?

The secrecy of mails cannot be violated. Depredation against or tampering with mails is an offense under the UCMJ and can be punished as decided by a court martial.