BOISE, Idaho — The Boise mail processing and distribution facility, located at 2201 S. Cole Road, will collect tax returns until 8 p.m. on April 18 to assist tax filers. In addition, customers who print a mailing label before midnight, at any of the six Self-Service Kiosks in the Boise area, will receive an April 18 postmark (see list of locations below).

Customers are encouraged to mail their tax returns early in the day, and check the collection times on each box to ensure pick up on April 18. Correct postage is a must. First-Class letter-size postage is 47 cents for the first ounce and 21 cents for each additional ounce. If you use a larger envelope, First Class postage is 94 cents for the first ounce and 21 cents for each additional ounce. Customers wanting certification that their tax forms are received by the IRS, should mail them using Certified Mail Service.

Stamps can always be purchased through Self-Service Kiosks, which accept debit and credit cards, and alternate locations, such as grocery stores and ATMs.

The following Post Offices in the Boise area have Self-Service Kiosks. Customers using credit or debit cards & requesting a mail label will receive an April 18 postmark if the label is printed before midnight:

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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