Can a minor sign a direct signature?

FedEx obtains a signature from someone at the delivery address who is at least the age of majority (no longer a minor) in the destination country. Government-issued photo identification or other identification customarily accepted by local authorities is required.

Can a kid sign for a USPS package?

USPS Signature Confirmation is a value-added service that requires the recipient or a responsible party to sign for the release of a package. USPS Adult Signature Confirmation requires someone 21 years or older to sign for the package. USPS Signature Confirmation is only available for domestic US shipments.

How old do I have to be to sign for a package?

21 years of age
USPS Adult Signature requires the signing recipient to be at least 21 years of age, and can provide a government-issued photo ID to verify the signee’s age. USPS Signature Confirmation only requires a signing recipient, regardless of how old they are.

What is an indirect signature for a package?

Refers to the signature requirement for delivering a package. The package requires a signature but does not have to be the actual recipient named on the package. Another person can sign the receipt of the package such as a neighbor, building manager or someone at a neighboring address.

What packages require a signature USPS?

Some pieces of mail require a signature from the recipient at the time of delivery. This includes items sent with Priority Mail Express (if requested), Certified Mail, Collect on Delivery, Insured Mail (over $500), Registered Mail, Return Receipt, Signature Confirmation, and Adult Signature.

Do you have to be 21 to sign for a USPS package?

n Adult Signature Restricted Delivery — requires the signature of a specific addressee (or authorized agent), who must be 21 years of age or older. Prior to signing for the mailpiece, the recipient must show government-issued photo identification that includes his or her date of birth.

Can I leave a note for indirect signature?

Can you leave a note for the FedEx signature required? Yes, you can leave a signed note that FedEx can take as evidence, and leave your package in a safe place at the courier’s discretion. This could be a signed door tag alongside a FedEx signature release form.

Does USPS require adult signature?

Adult Signature Required is a service that ensures that the recipient of the mail items is at least 21 years of age or above. The recipient or a resident of the recipient’s address is required to show a form of photo identification to the delivery employee for age confirmation.

What does “indirect signature required” mean?

The FedEx “Indirect Signature Required” message means FedEx will obtain a signature from someone at the delivery address or somebody nearby, like a neighbor or the building manager. To be sure that your package will still be released even if there is no one present at the address, you can also choose the FedEx Door Tag option.

What is the age requirement for FedEx direct signature delivery?

For U.S. deliveries, the recipient must be 21 years of age and present government-issued photo identification. Someone at the recipient’s address may sign for the delivery. Direct signature deliveries are made to the address on the mailing label, not to an individual recipient. If no one is at the address, FedEx may reattempt the delivery.

Can I use an electronic signature for a package?

Electronically sign for the package on your computer or phone if the required signature is an indirect signature. But you cannot use electronic signatures on shipments that require a direct or an adult signature; Re-schedule the delivery time or re-direct your package to a different location. You have to pay a fee for this option; and

What happens when you sign for a package at the door?

The driver takes the signed door tag as proof of permission. If the package requires a direct signature, that signature must be gotten in person by the driver from someone who has access to the inside of the residence. It does not have to be the recipient named on the package, but in some cases, it must be an adult.