Call your post office and make an appointment with the Postmaster or supervisor. This will save you time and alert the Postmaster to the purpose of your visit. 

1. Bring 2 completed but unsigned copies of forms 1583-A and 1583 (one for you and one for the Postmaster). For more detailed instructions for completing steps 1 and 2, click here to view the iPostal1 CMRA tip sheet.

2. Make sure you write down the first and last name of the Postmaster or supervisor you met with, their email address and the date of the meeting.

3. Confirm with the Postmaster or supervisor that your 1583-A will be uploaded to the USPS Facilities Database (FDB).If your Postmaster does not know what to do, use our FDB tip sheet.

4. Confirm your registration status by signing up for a BCG account on gateway.usps.com.

Note: For a detailed list of steps, view the Phase 1 letter from USPS.