Can I still use my old postage stamps?

Short answer: no, they never expire, even though postage rates are increasing in 2020! They are valid forever as long as they can be validated as legitimate postage. This means if you put an old stamp that looks stained and ratty on a letter with tape, it will likely be rejected.

What do you do with old postage stamps?

Recycle your postage stamps Postage stamps are recyclable and you don’t even need to remove them from the envelope they’re on — just throw the whole envelope in the recycling bin and you’re done!

How do I use old forever stamps?

The Postal Service states that Forever Stamps can be used to mail a ​1-ounce​ letter regardless of when the stamps were purchased. Even if prices change in the future, a Forever Stamp can still be used to mail a standard letter.

How can I tell if my stamps are still good?

If you look closely at any currently issued first-class stamp, you’ll see the words “Forever” printed on one side but no dollar value. This is because the value of a Forever Stamp changes as the cost of first-class postage changes. A Forever Stamp will *forever* be worth the current value of first-class postage.

Can you put two old stamps on a letter?

You can use them any time. Any combination of stamps may be used in meeting the postage requirements. You may think it looks “tacky” to have a variety of stamps on your envelope, but the Post Office encourages you to utilize all the stamps you have.

Are used postage stamps worth anything?

Most cancelled, or used, 20th-century U.S. stamps are worth less than the paper they’re printed on. But used stamps are priceless in the way they tell the story of America, through images of its presidents, technological achievements, prominent citizens, and natural wonders.

How long are stamps good for?

Do U.S. Postal stamps expire? No, U.S. postage never expires; you can use existing stamps indefinitely. All postage stamps issued by the United States since 1860 are valid for postage from any point in the United States or from any other place where U.S. Mail service operates.

Do the forever stamps expire?

Can I use a 2014 Forever Stamp in 2019?

USPS Raises Postage Rates for 2019, Including Forever Stamps, Priority Mail, Certified Mail. No need to worry, as the name of the product indicates, any Forever stamps you already have on hand remain valid. Effective as of Jan.