Overview

This statement of policy constitutes the controlling document for the acceptance of mail bypassing a postal facility or facilities. The bypass mail program was initiated for the mutual benefit of shippers, carriers, addressees, and the Postal Service. Bypass mail is defined as bulk Standard Mail (B) that is prepared so as not to require handling in a postal facility. Bypass shipments will be accepted only in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Nothing in this statement of policy should be construed to relieve the shipper of the responsibility of complying with all postal laws and regulations.