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An INDICIA is a printed graphic that signifies to the United States Post Office (USPS) that postage on a particular piece will be paid by using a mailing permit. Indicias are used in place of a stamp.

The indicia must be placed in a clear area that is free from any other text, graphics or markings. The actual size of the indicia must be a minimum of one-half inch high by one-half inch wide. It must be placed no more than 1.5 inches below, or to the left of, the upper right hand corner of your postcard.

To qualify for Standard Mail (bulk) rates, mailings must: Consist of a minimum of 200 addressed pieces (or 50 pounds). Be made of printed pieces identical in content, size, and weight.

For targeted advertising mail, USPS Marketing Mail is the cheapest and most commonly used category of bulk mail. It's used for most advertising mail, newsletters, political mail, etc. In the past, Marketing Mail has also been called Standard Class, Standard A, or Third Class.

Qualifications for Standard Mail (Bulk) Rates Consist of a minimum of 200 addressed pieces (or 50 pounds). Be made of printed pieces identical in content, size, and weight. Weigh less than 1 pound (each piece). Contain only domestic addresses, certified as deliverable.

How to Apply for a Permit Imprint Download a copy of PS Form 3615, Mailing Permit Application and Customer Profile. ... Take your completed PS Form 3615 to your local Business Mail Entry Unit or Post Office. ... At the Post Office, submit your PS Form 3615 and pay the permit imprint application fee.

An indicia is not actual postage. You don't pay anything to print it. You just include it when you have your mail piece printed. You pay the postage when you actually mail the piece at a postal bulk mail unit. You generally must be mailing at least 200 pieces or 50 pounds of mail at one time to use an indicia.