For those who use credit cards in the US, getting your cards sent from a US address is very important. You need a US bank account, a simple and easy way to change Canadian money into American dollars, and an address for mail forwarding.
This is important before applying for any credit card in the US. You will also need an ITIN later on, but getting your first US credit card using Global Transfer or Nova Credit is a usual method. This will help you start building your credit history in the United States.
Let us look at what 24/7 Parcel can do for us and why we should think about using them to send goods from the US to Canada. You can read about their various services on their website: 247parcel.com. But, for people from Canada wanting to send US credit cards, their online mail service would be the most important thing.
- What is 24/7 Parcel
- Discount for Frugal Flyer Readers
- How to Set Up Your Parcel Mailbox for 24/7 Renting
- Conclusion
- People May Also Ask
- Can US mail send credit cards to new addresses?
- Can I get US mail sent to Canada?
- Can you use US credit cards in Canada?
- Can you send cards with credit through the mail?
- What mail Cannot be forwarded?
What is 24/7 Parcel
24/7 Parcel is a mail and parcel service for people in the United States who need to get and handle deliveries. The main idea is they give their address so you can get mail or packages (like from online shopping).
24/7 Parcel provides some different group services like parcel pickup and parcel lockers where you go to get your package during working hours. They also give out mailbox rentals, both real and online, and send your mail to different places.
They are found in Washington state and have two spots for delivery, one in Lynden and another in Blaine. This service costs $90 per year to get letters. But if you use the Frugal Flyer discount, it will only be $20 less and cost $70 USD each year. With the mailbox service, you can get your letter mail. After receiving it, you need to pay $1.50 USD for each letter’s forwarding cost plus postage.
For more information, you can read more about their different types of services: 247parcel.com. But, for people from Canada wanting to send US credit cards, their online mail service would be the most important thing. This service costs $90 per year to get letters. But if you use the Frugal Flyer discount, it will only be $20 less and cost $70 USD each year.
With the mailbox service, you can get your letter mail. After receiving it, you need to pay $1.50 USD for each letter’s forwarding cost plus postage.
Discount for Frugal Flyer Readers
24/7 Parcel is a wonderful service and has proven to be dependable and kind to the travel-hacking groups in Canada. To make this point clear, 24/7 Parcel is giving readers of Frugal Flyer a $20 USD reduction on yearly mailbox charges. So rather than customers paying $90 USD each year, join Frugal Flyer and you will only pay $70 USD. This includes when it comes time to renew your membership too.
As said before, when you email to turn on your mailbox account say in the note that you read Frugal Flyer. Then 24/7 will lower the price for your account because of it.
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How to Set Up Your Parcel Mailbox for 24/7 Renting
Make a 24/7 Parcel Account
Create an account on 24/7 Parcel by signing up here. Give your name, mail and phone number. Click on the link sent to your email to verify you have an account.
In the first email you get, it will tell you how to fill out USPS Form 1583 and give ID papers. You will also get your mailing addresses for your own, in the following format:
Remember to use only the Lynden address for your online mailbox.
Provide Identification Documents and Complete Form 1583
Application to Have Mail Delivered by Agent. The form is simple. Write the date, your name, two types of ID you will use and where you live at home. Put your name on the paper under ‘Signature of Applicant’.
Load Your Funds Account
To start using your email service, you need to have a total cost of the first year fee ($70 in US dollars after the Frugal Flyer discount). We suggest adding a bit extra to cover your first uses of the postal forwarding service.
To add accounts, visit the home page of your account, then select any one option:
- Purchase credit using Interac eTransfer in Canada’s money or
- With a credit card, buy credit online.
You will save on the foreign exchange rate of 3% with Interac Transfer which most Canadian credit cards charge.
You have to pick certain amounts here and then go to the PayPal payment site to finish up the deal.
Email Help and Request for Frugal Flyer Discount
With your money in place, send an email to [email protected] and request that your online mailbox be turned on at the Lynden spot.
Say here you are a reader of Frugal Flyer and want the special $70 USD discount for yearly subscription fees.
You should get an email saying you’re confirmed. It will tell you how to use your mail address once it’s been started in the computer system online.
Making Many Players Use One Account in Gaming
If you and the other one are in the US credit card game and both live at the same address, you can add your partner to your 24/7 Parcel mailbox for an extra charge of $45 a year. This will help forward mail between you two.
To do this, just call 24/7 Parcel and tell them you want to add another person. Give them the first name and last name of that person. They will send you an email to confirm, telling you there’s extra cost and now both users are in the mailbox.
This is the best way because it’s cheaper than getting two different mailboxes. It also makes things easier by letting you send both your and your partner’s US credit cards to one address. They will also spread the cost for the rest of your yearly subscription if you add a new user in the middle of the year.
Conclusion
24/7 Parcel might be the easiest way to make a forwarding address for US mail. This is important for everyone who wants to use the market of US credit cards. It is getting bigger and more expensive than the points and miles system in Canada.
If you join 24/7 Parcel, don’t forget to say that you are a reader of Frugal Flyer and get your USD 20 discount on yearly subscription fees for virtual mailboxes.
People May Also Ask
Can US mail send credit cards to new addresses?
Yes, USPS mail sending can use debit and credit cards. Remember, there are some rules and limits on sending mail with money details. Always talk to USPS for information about sending debit and credit cards forward.
Can I get US mail sent to Canada?
Yes, many people have used this choice to send mail from a U.S. place to a Canadian place without any problems. You need to show your ID for USPS. Here is a list of places that give this service. and here are some problems when getting US mail sent to Canadian addresses, 1.
Can you use US credit cards in Canada?
Yes, you can use your credit card in Canada but some kinds of cards will work better than others. Mastercard and Visa are the easiest credit card types to use in Canada, so you should be okay using them at places that accept credit cards.
Can you send cards with credit through the mail?
All things that can be sent by airmail are able to be mailed as Priority Mail. Some things MUST be mailed as Priority Mail (or First-Class Mail), including Handwritten or typewritten material. Bills, account statements or invoices. Credit cards.
What mail Cannot be forwarded?
Regular Mail A (leaves, books, catalogues and ads) is not sent forward unless the sender asks for it. Standard Mail B (packs that weigh 16 ounces or more) are given free local forwarding for 12 months without cost. You have to pay extra costs if you move away from where you live.
