USPS Tracking Labels are changing.
Here’s what you need to know.
USPS has proposed changes to several tracking and insurance labels
The USPS has proposed discontinuing several pre-printed labels commonly used to add tracking, signature confirmation, and insurance services to metered mail and packages.
Affected labels include:
- Label 888 (formerly known as label 400) – USPS tracking
- Label 889 – Signature Confirmation
- Label 891 – Insurance up to $500
- Label 892 – Insurance over $500
Key dates*
January 17, 2027USPS proposed final date to purchase labels
January 31, 2028Proposed final date USPS would accept remaining labels
*Dates remain subject to final USPS rulemaking.
This affects you if:
- Applying the above labels to envelopes or packages
- Using meter tape to print Priority Mail
- Applying signature confirmation or insurance labels separately from postage
- Using meter tape to print Ground Advantage
- Applying USPS tracking labels separately from postage
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