How do you fill out a military shipping label?

How do you fill out a military shipping label?

The proper format to enter a military address is:

  1. Name – First and Last.
  2. Address Line 1 – Unit and Box numbers.
  3. Address Line 2 – Usually not needed, but if the address includes an FOB (Forward Operating Base) it can be put here.
  4. City – APO (Army Post Office)/FPO (Fleet Post Office)/DPO (Diplomatic Post Office)

What is an MSL label?

Military shipping labels (MSLs) are used to identify who the shipper is, what supplies or assets are being delivered and the final destination of the shipment.

What is MIL 129R?

MIL-STD-129R, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE STANDARD PRACTICE: MILITARY MARKING FOR SHIPMENT AND STORAGE (18-FEB-2014)., This standard provides the minimum requirements for uniform military marking for shipment and storage. Additional marking may be required by the contract or the cognizant activity.

How do you write military address in customs?

C / O full name (includes first name, middle name or initial, and last name) “UNIT”, “CMR”, or “PSC” and number; and box number assigned. APO or FPO (“city”) designation and the appropriate two-letter AA, AE, or AP (“state”) abbreviation followed by the ZIP Code™ or ZIP+4® Code number.

What is an APO or FPO?

APO stands for Army Post Office and is associated with Army or Air Force installations. FPO stands for Fleet Post Office and is associated with Navy installations and ships. DPO stands for Diplomatic Post Office and is associated with U.S. Diplomatic locations.

What is DA Pam 385 64?

This pamphlet prescribes Army policy on ammunition and explosives (also referred to as military munitions) safety standards. It implements the safety requirements of DOD M6055 .

Do I need a customs form for APO address?

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 you format an APO address?

How do I format a military address?

  1. The name of the recipient.
  2. The type of address where the mail is going.
  3. The number of that address.
  4. The recipient’s Military PO box number (if they have one).
  5. The post office type (APO, FPO or DPO)
  6. The “state” designator (either AA, AP or AE).

What does APO AA mean?

AA stands for Armed Forces (the) Americas. AE stands for Armed Forces Europe. AP stands for Armed Forces Pacific. Two “City” equivalents: APO stands for Army Post Office.

Can I print a blank USPS customs form?

Luckily, USPS does offer a blank customs form that you can print for free, no postage necessary 🎉 Click here to check it out!