This article applies to U.S. military APO, FPO, and DPO addresses shipped through the United States Postal Service (USPS).
If a military address isn’t formatted correctly:
- Your order could be delayed or canceled.
- Sellers may be unable to generate a shipping label.
In this article:
Need to check or update your address? Add or update your shipping address.
Format your military address correctly
When adding or editing a U.S. military address, make sure it follows USPS formatting rules so it's accurate and complete.
1. Use English characters only
Replace any non-English characters with the closest English equivalent. Special characters may prevent the address from being recognized.
2. Enter your full name
Include both a first and last name. Some carriers require both names to process shipments.
3. Use the correct city, state, and country
Your address must include:
- City: APO, FPO, or DPO
- State: AP, AE, or AA
- Country: United States
- ZIP Code: Your assigned military ZIP code
- Unit, box, or PSC numbers (and make sure they’re entered on the correct address line)
Example:
4. Double-check before placing your order
Incorrect formatting may prevent checkout or result in shipping delays or cancellations.
Tip: Review USPS military address guidelines to confirm your address is entered correctly and will be accepted by their system.
For sellers shipping to APO/FPO/DPO addresses
U.S. military addresses are treated as domestic USPS shipments but must meet strict formatting requirements.
Before generating a label:
- Confirm the city is APO, FPO, or DPO
- Confirm the state is AP, AE, or AA
- Confirm the country is United States
- Make sure all unit or box numbers are included
Some carriers require both sender and recipient names to include a first and last name (each with more than one character). If a name field contains only one word, you may not be able to generate a shipping label.
If your return address or the buyer’s address is formatted incorrectly, you may not be able to generate a label or complete the shipment.