CHARLOTTE, NC — While Automated Postal Centers (APCs) will meet most of your shipping needs throughout the year, you will find that they are especially convenient during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.
“The APC provides quick, easy, and convenient access to postal services,” says Postmaster Tom Callahan. “Just as an ATM is a virtual stand-alone bank, the APC is a virtual stand-alone Post Office. But unlike the ATM, there’s no transaction fee. And with its easy access, you can avoid the lines for the window counter.” APCs support up to 80 percent of retail transactions including the purchase of stamps. Customers can even pay for PO Box renewals at any APC in the United States.
APCs provide access to postal services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Transactions may be conducted in English or Spanish. Using your credit or debit card, you can ship holiday packages weighing up to 70 pounds. Additional services may also be purchased at APCs such as Delivery Confirmation and insurance.
In addition to having a built-in electronic scale, the APC allows customers to calculate and obtain postage in any amount for Express Mail, Priority Mail, First-Class Mail, and Parcel Post. APCs also provide mailing information, including a convenient ZIP Code lookup feature.
“We know your time is important,” adds Callahan, “especially during the holiday rush. Using the convenience the APC provides will make mailing this season much easier.” APCs can be found at the following locations in Charlotte, NC:
| Carmel Station | 6300 Carmel Rd |
| Yorkmont Station | 4800 Express Dr |
| Ballantyne Station | 8240 Ballantyne Commons Parkway |
| Downtown Station | 201 N McDowell St |
| Idlewild Station | 6501 Albemarle Rd |
| Mint Hill Station | 8920 Lawyers Rd |
| Park Road Finance Station | 4117 Park Rd |
| South Providence Station | 11035 Golf Links Dr |
| W T Harris Station | 3515 David Cox Rd |
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