April 15th is Quickly Approaching!

TOPEKA, Kan. – On tax night, April 15, midnight collections will be made only at the General Mail Facility at 1410 NW Gage Blvd. All other Topeka postal locations will maintain a regular weekday schedule.

Regular Retail Hours for Topeka Postal Stations

Gage Center Station, 1430 SW Woodhull St 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
General Mail Facility, 1410 NW Gage Blvd. 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Hicrest Station, 2921 SE Adams St. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Main Post Office, 424 S Kansas Ave 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
North Topeka Station, 220 NW Lyman Rd. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Here are a few helpful tax mailing tips:

• Use First-Class postage.  The IRS recognizes the inexpensive First-Class letter postmarked as proof that a return has been mailed on time.
• Write clearly.  Handwritten addresses on tax return envelopes should be legible – and include a return address.
• Double-check postage.  Weigh any return that feels heavier than one ounce.  Tax agencies do not accept postage due mail; tax returns bearing insufficient postage will be returned – meaning taxpayers will be penalized for filing late returns.
• Mail returns in local mailboxes.  This helps avoid a mad rush to the Post Office.  But keep in mind:  Collection boxes have final pick up times; look for the last time posted on the box to ensure returns will have an April 15 postmark.
• Use Registered Mail.  This is a good idea for customers who send original receipts to tax agencies without making copies.
• For 65 cents you can buy Delivery Confirmation and confirm when your taxes are delivered.  You can use this service only if you send your return by Priority Mail.  Check with your nearest Post Office.  
• Information about after hours mailing on Tax Day, April 15 is also available by calling 1-800-ASK-USPS (275-8777).
• The Postal Service website, usps.com, provides mailing tips, shipping information and lists cities that will offer extended service and tax night activities.