Mailers' responsibilities Published Dec. 15, 2011 By From Staff Reports 100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs RAF MILDENHALL, England -- Post office customers are reminded that all mail originating outside the territory of the United States is subject to customs examination. Mailers are responsible for legibly and accurately completing U.S. Postal Service customs forms, PS Form 2976, Custom Declaration CN-22 or PS Form 2976-A, Customs Declaration and Dispatch Note, when mailing parcels or packages containing merchandise to the U.S. "Mailers are also required to sign these forms to certify the information provided is correct and the items do not contain any dangerous article, or articles prohibited by legislation or by postal or customs regulations," said Lionel Rivera, U.S. Air Forces in Europe postal training manager. Failure to complete the form properly could delay item delivery. Also, a false, misleading or incomplete declaration may result in the items seizure or return, or possibly disciplinary action for military members. Civilian personnel could face possible administrative action or revocation of personal military postal system privileges. Civil fines could also be levied against customers for violating statues of Federal Law. Living overseas brings added mailing restrictions, because host nation customs may prohibit the importation of some items and materials. If customers are not sure what can and cannot be mailed through the military and USPS mail systems, they should contact the RAF Mildenhall Post Office at DSN 238-2219. Information on shipping hazardous, restricted and perishable mail and the USPS Domestic Mail Manual can be found on the USPS website at http://pe.usps.com. "Remember, the items you mail may be subject to restriction and it is your responsibility to inquire about, and to abide by, any import or export regulations and restrictions," said Rivera.