Pitney Bowes statements and invoices

This guide walks you through the different types of Pitney Bowes statements—how to identify them, how to read them, and what each section means. It includes Lease Invoice details alongside Purchase Power, Reserve (Deposit) account, and PB Inc. invoice information.

Which statement do I have?

Pitney Bowes provides several types of statements. Here’s how to quickly determine which one you’re viewing:

• Purchase Power (Line of Credit)
  • A credit line used for postage refills and shipping charges. You’ll receive a monthly itemized bill with flexible payment options.

• Reserve (Deposit) account
  • A prepaid postage account, held in an FDIC‑insured bank, used to download postage.

• Pitney Bowes Inc. invoice
  • For rental, service, and supply charges unrelated to funding postage.

• Lease invoice
  • For charges related to leased equipment, billed according to the terms of your lease contract. Includes lease fees, taxes, and any additional charges.

How your billing works

• Purchase Power (Line of Credit)
  • Monthly statements
  • Pay the full amount, minimum due, or any amount in between
  • Payment is due 27 days from the statement date

• Reserve (Deposit) account
  • Monthly statements including payments, postage activity, and credits
  • Balances under $500 incur a $5 service fee
  • Funds must be available before downloading postage

• Pitney Bowes Inc. invoice
  • Covers supplies, rentals, and services billed upon order or per contract
  • Payment due within 30 days

• Lease invoice
  • Covers equipment lease charges based on your contract
  • Recurring charges only reflect the current billing period
  • Payment terms follow your lease agreement
  • Taxes, additional fees, and payment instructions are included directly on the invoice

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why does my statement list meter numbers?
   • Meter serials or reference numbers appear in Postage Activity for both Purchase Power and Reserve (Deposit) accounts.
2. Why do I see a $5 fee on my Reserve (Deposit) account statement?
   • It’s an account service fee applied when your daily balance falls below $500.
3. What are “credits” on my statement?
   • They include unused postage credits or other account adjustments.
4. Why are shipping charges on my statement?
   • Shipping appears for both Purchase Power and Reserve (Deposit) account customers.
5. Where can I get details on all fees?
   • A separate Understanding Fees article provides full definitions.
6. Where can I get a copy of my statement or invoice?
   • Statements and invoices can be downloaded from Your Account.

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Paying your Pitney Bowes invoices