Photo: Cardiff PostalPrivate mailbox rental in Katy
A private mailbox at a real street address on FM 1463 (written with PMB and your box number), for business mail or personal mail. Letters and packages come to your box number, at a counter that also ships, prints and notarizes.
What you get
- A street address, not a P.O. BoxThe store's street address plus your box number, so couriers that won't deliver to a P.O. Box can deliver here.
- Mail and packagesLetters and parcels come to your box number.
- A notary for your Form 1583The USPS form every mailbox needs can be signed in front of the store's staff, and a notary is on staff too. The notary on staff
Your new address
Write your PMB address exactly like this.
USPS rules: because the store's address already has Suite 40, your box number goes after PMB. Type your name and box number to see your address.
4031 FM 1463 RD STE 40 PMB 123
KATY TX 77494
- Yes 4031 FM 1463 RD STE 40 PMB 123
- No 4031 FM 1463 RD Suite 123
- No 4031 FM 1463 RD Ste 40-123
- No P.O. Box 123
Before you come in
What to bring
- A current photo ID issued by a U.S. state or the federal government, with your signature on it (driver's license, state ID card or U.S. passport).
- Everyone who is signing, there in person.
- The complete document, not signed yet. If it says to sign in front of a notary, wait.
- Know which form you need: a notary can't choose it for you or give legal advice.
- Call ahead to make sure the notary is in.
- Glasses off. (Only if a doctor says they can't come off, and then bring the signed statement.)
- No hat or head covering, unless it's worn for religious or medical reasons and doesn't hide your face.
- No uniform, camouflage or anything that looks like one, and no headphones or earbuds.
- For a baby, eyes may be closed, and no parent can be in the photo.
- Child's passport with one parent absent? The DS-3053 must be signed in front of a notary or a passport authorizing officer, with a copy of the front and back of that parent's ID. Photos, notary and copies are all at this counter.
- One current photo ID: driver's license, state ID, passport, military ID, permanent resident card or similar.
- One more ID: a lease, mortgage or deed, a voter or vehicle registration card, a home or vehicle insurance policy, or a second photo ID.
- Not accepted as ID: a Social Security card, a birth certificate or a credit card.
- USPS Form 1583, signed in front of the store's staff or a notary.
- The full delivery address with ZIP code, plus a phone number for the person receiving it.
- What's inside and about what it's worth, for insurance or a customs form.
- No box? Boxes, tape and mailers are sold at the counter, or have it packed for you.
- Going abroad? A list of each item, how many and the value, for the customs paperwork.
- The return label, or the QR code from the store's email or app.
- A FedEx QR code and no printer? The counter can scan it and print the label.
- A Happy Returns drop-off: bring the QR code from your return.
- Pack it and seal it if the retailer asks for a box.
- Email the file ahead to print@cardiffpostal.com. A PDF keeps your layout exactly as you made it.
- Know the size, the paper, how many and when you need them.
- Not sure what you need? Bring an example; the counter can help you choose.
- The fax number it's going to, and the pages.
- Receiving one here? Give the sender the store's fax number: (832) 437-6157.
At the store
See it for real.
Mailbox questions
How do I sign up?
Fill in USPS Form 1583 and sign it in front of the store's staff or a notary, with two current IDs: one photo ID and one more ID (the list is on this page). USPS rules require this for every private mailbox.
How do I write my new address?
Your name, then the street address with PMB and your box number, then Katy, TX 77494. The address builder on this page shows the exact format. Never write it as Suite 123 or Ste 40-123.
Can I get a P.O. Box here?
No. P.O. Boxes are rented at Post Offices. A private mailbox here gives you a street address instead, written with PMB and your box number.
What sizes and terms are there?
Ask at the counter or call (281) 394-5778 for current box sizes, terms and prices.
What happens to my mail after I close the box?
USPS rules have the mailbox store remail your mail, with new postage, for at least six months after the box closes, unless you give it written instructions otherwise.
Also at the counter
Visit
Suite 40, FM 1463.
In the Cardiff Ranch area of Katy, across FM 1463 from Walgreens, under the lit sign that reads Pack . Ship . Print & More. Free parking in the lot, with spaces out front signed for Cardiff Postal customers.
Katy, TX 77494
| Monday to Friday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 9 AM to 2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking. Holiday hours can change: call to check.