Forever Postcard Stamps
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Quick answer: Postcard stamps are a distinct nondenominated postage type intended for eligible domestic postcards. They do not represent the same postage value as ordinary Forever stamps for one-ounce letters. Read Are Postcard Stamps Forever? for the detailed value comparison.
Current Postcard Postage Value
As of July 12, 2026, the domestic postcard price is 65 cents. The ordinary Forever value is 82 cents on the same effective date. These are postage values, not this store's retail selling prices. Rates can change, so verify the current amount before mailing.
Postcard Stamp vs Ordinary Forever Stamp
| Stamp type | Rate it follows | Typical eligible use |
|---|---|---|
| Postcard stamp | Current domestic postcard rate | A qualifying postcard |
| Ordinary Forever stamp | Current one-ounce First-Class Mail letter rate | A qualifying domestic one-ounce letter |
An ordinary Forever stamp can provide enough postage for an eligible postcard, but it may pay more than the postcard rate. A single Postcard stamp is not enough for a one-ounce letter when the letter rate is higher.
Does Your Card Qualify for the Postcard Price?
Postcard pricing depends on more than the printed design. The finished card must meet applicable USPS standards for rectangular shape, length, height, thickness, and flexibility. Rigid, square, oversized, folded, or unusually constructed cards can require letter pricing or another category. Review the USPS physical standards and confirm the exact postage with the USPS calculator.
Common Postcard Uses
Postcard-rate stamps can suit qualifying travel postcards, thank-you cards, event reminders, announcements, and promotional cards. Always measure and inspect the finished piece; the intended occasion does not determine the postal rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Postcard stamps Forever?
Nondenominated USPS Postcard stamps follow the applicable domestic postcard rate after later rate changes. They are different from ordinary Forever stamps tied to the one-ounce letter rate.
Can I use an ordinary Forever stamp on a postcard?
Yes, if the stamp is valid, but its postage value may be higher than the amount required for a qualifying domestic postcard.
Can I use a Postcard stamp on a letter?
It contributes its current postcard-rate value, but one Postcard stamp alone does not cover a one-ounce letter when the letter rate is higher. Add sufficient valid postage and verify the total.
What size card qualifies for the postcard price?
The finished card must meet current USPS physical standards. Check the official Domestic Mail Manual because size, shape, thickness, and rigidity all matter.
Do old Postcard stamps lose value after a rate increase?
A valid nondenominated Postcard stamp follows the current applicable postcard rate. A fixed-denomination stamp remains worth only the amount printed on it.