FCM
Writing & Everyday abbreviation · Mail and Postal
| Stands for | First-Class Mail |
|---|---|
| Categories | Writing & Everyday |
FCM stands for First-Class Mail, a mail and postal abbreviation.
Names the USPS service for letters, cards, bills and other lightweight items, with delivery typically in one to five days and free forwarding when the recipient moves.
Example: The invoices go out by FCM, so expect them within three days in most of the country.
Usage notes
First-Class Mail is sealed against inspection, meaning USPS cannot open it without a warrant. Postage depends on weight and shape, and a standard one-ounce letter takes a single Forever stamp. Lightweight retail parcels moved to the USPS Ground Advantage service in 2023.
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