How can I sign up for a P.O. box?
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May 29th, 2013
When filling out the 1093 application I was under the impression that I needed 2 of any forms of identification. I then realized that a non-photo ID is required that proves my physical address.
My problem with this is that I’m paying rent with a friend and the lease is not under my name. I don’t own a vehicle and most of my insurance is still under my parents. I don’t have any sort of documentation with my name and any of my addresses so I was wondering if there’s a way to get around this?
It’s practically impossible to speak to a human that works at USPS over the phone, but is a library, life insurance, or debit card acceptable non-photo ID’s?
If I were to use my parents’ bills as proof, would they have to be with me in person when turning it in or is it possible for me to turn in their bill with their name on it?
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Why not visit your local post office in person and see what they will accept? Try showing them what you have (perhaps a student ID?) and take their advice.
They’re also going to be interested in your mode of payment. If you receive bills or statements at your present address, those might help.
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Valid driver’s license or state ID card.
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Current lease, mortgage, or deed of trust.
Voter or vehicle registration card.
Home or vehicle insurance policy
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Isn’t there also an age requirement?
@Jeruba My university ID and drivers license both qualify as my photo ID, the requirements are 1 photo and 1 non photo ID
Neither of which you mentioned having.
Well I was asking about non photo ID’s specifically.
And to put him/herself as your landlord. BUT you should be registered to vote where you live.
Though now that I think about it, I don’t see why I can’t use my school ID as my picture ID and my drivers license as proof of address.
You must have a non-photo ID.
Does anyone have any personal experience with this? Such as using a bank statement instead.
Does you bank statement for your debit card go to your physical address? They should take that as proof of residence.
Another option would be a UPS Store mailbox. They may be more flexible than the government-run postal service. I just ran a web search for “mailbox rental”, and several options came up in my area.
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